BMW 118i (F20)

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BMW 1 series 2011 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback BMW 118i has been produced from January, 2011 to January, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 250 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and twinscroll turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW 1 series 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

BMW 118i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 118i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 118i fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 26% 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 automatic gearbox (BMW 118i AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 5.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 7.9 litres per 100 km.

BMW 1 series 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 118i technical data

Model:	BMW 118i
Body style:	Hatchback
Production period:	2011. January ... 2015. January
Engine:	1598 cm³ Petrol, 4 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	134 g/km
Power:	170 HP ON 4800 RPM	Torque:	250 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (6 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	225 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	7.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	5.8 (combined) 7.5 (urban) 4.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	7.3 l/100km (32.2 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:	1825 kg

BMW 118i engine N13B16 M0

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 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	1598 cm³
Number of cylinders	4
Bore (cylinder diameter)	77 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	85.8 mm
Compression ratio	10.5 : 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	Injection
BMW 118i oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	6.9 litres (7.3 quarts)
Power	170 - 177 HP ON 4800 RPM
Torque	250 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year)	2011
Duration of production	5 years
Engine also used on	BMW 3 sērija

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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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

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