BMW 116d (F20)

BMW 1 series 2011 2.0 diesel description

Hatchback BMW 116d has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 116 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 260 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing  ...  This BMW 1 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.

BMW 116d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 116d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 116d in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.4 litres per 100km (22.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1180 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1360 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 5.6 litres per 100 km, which is 27% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 1 series fuel consumption.

BMW 1 series safety

During safety testing BMW 1 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 1 series is evaluated with outstanding rate 91 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 1 series got 63 points from 100.
BMW 1 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

With the same engine there is also BMW 1 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 116d MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 10.3 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 4.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 5.3 litres per 100 km.
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BMW 1 series 2011

BMW 116d technical data

Model: BMW 116d
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2011. January ... 2015. January 
Engine: 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 115 g/km
Power: 116 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 260 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.4 (combined) 5.3 (urban) 3.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.6 l/100km (42 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres (13.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.32m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 360 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1200 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1875 kg

BMW 116d engine N47D20

Engine reliability and common problems:

The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace the timing chain. The cause of the timing chain problem was reportedly eliminated for engines produced after 2015. Also, the crankshaft damper on this engine tends not to last very long. Cracks between the cylinders tend to appear due to overheating of the engine.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1995 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 100,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 116d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7 litres (7.4 quarts)
Power 116 - 177 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 260 - 350 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2007
Duration of production 17 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X3 BMW X1 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 1 series hatchback [2011 - 2015] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 114i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 102 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 116i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 136 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 116i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 1.6 Petrol 136 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 118i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 1.6 Petrol 170 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 118i Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 1.6 Petrol 170 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 114d Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 1.6 Diesel 95 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 116d Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel 116 HP 3.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 125i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 2.0 Petrol 218 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 125i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 2.0 Petrol 218 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 116d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 116d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 118d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 118d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 118d 4x4 Jan 2013 — Dec 2015 2.0 Diesel 143 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 120d 2.0 Diesel 184 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 120d Jan 2011 — Jan 2015 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 120d 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 2.0 Diesel 184 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 125d Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP)

2.0 Diesel 218 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 125d Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most powerfull diesel version (218 HP)

2.0 Diesel 218 HP 4.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW M135i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 3.0 Petrol 320 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW M135i Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 3.0 Petrol 320 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW M135i 4x4 Jan 2012 — Dec 2015

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds

3.0 Petrol 320 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 1 series 2011 reviews
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