The new equipment options will create further possibilities for individualisation that is directly aligned to the driver’s personal preferences. In future, the models Advantage, Luxury Line, Sport Line and M Sport will offer an alternative to the basic equipment range.
Compact, powerful, strong in character: The new three-cylinder petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology featured in the BMW 218i Coupe.
Responsiveness, running smoothness and efficiency characterise the three-cylinder petrol engine featured in the new BMW 218i Coupe. From a cubic capacity of 1.5 litres, the newly developed power unit delivers a maximum output of 100 kW/136 hp and a maximum torque of 220 Nm available at 1,250 rpm. The car’s BMW TwinPower Turbo technology comprises a supercharger that is integrated into the exhaust manifold, a further developed direct petrol injection system, the latest version of the variable valve control system VALVETRONIC and Double VANOS variable camshaft control. The new power unit is conventionally positioned lengthwise at the front under the bonnet. Its low weight benefits the well-balanced load distribution of almost 50:50 between the front and rear axle.
The new BMW 218i Coupe accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds (automatic: 8.9 seconds). Top speed is 212 km/h in each case. The spirited power delivery during acceleration is accompanied by a distinctively sporty engine sound. Furthermore, the character of the three-cylinder engine is marked by brand-typical running smoothness. In terms of vibration behaviour, the engine shows parallels to BMW’s straight six-cylinder power unit and features a forged steel roller-bearing supported balancer shaft in order to reduce vibration.
Likewise, a further developed transmission also contributes towards the outstanding efficiency of the new model variants. Equipped with the standard 6-speed manual transmission, the new BMW 218i Coupe has an average fuel consumption of 5.6 to 5.1 litres per 100 km (CO2 emission level: 130 to 118 grams per km). In conjunction with the 8-speed Steptronic transmission, the corresponding figures are between 5.5 and 5.1 litres and 129 and 118 grams respectively (figures as per EU test cycle, depending on selected tyre size).