2021 BMW 230i specifications

2021 BMW 230i data
Applicable to the European domestic market(s).
bodywork
Body type2+2 seater fixed-head coupé
Number of doors2
Designer
dimensions & weights
Wheelbase 2690 mm 105.9 inches
Track/tread (front) 1521 mm 59.9 inches
Track/tread (rear) 1556 mm 61.3 inches
Length 4432 mm 174.5 inches
Width 1774 mm 69.8 inches
Height 1418 mm 55.8 inches
Ground clearance 140 mm 5.5 inches
length:wheelbase ratio 1.65
Kerb weight 1540 kg 3395 lb
Weight distribution
fuel tank capacity 52 litres 11.4 [13.7] UK [US] gal.
aerodynamics
Drag coefficient 0.29
Frontal area 2.14
CdA 0.62
Powertrain
engine type turbocharged petrol
Engine manufacturer BMW
Engine code
Cylinders Straight 4
Capacity 2 litre
1998 cc
(121.925 cu in)
Bore × Stroke 82 × 94.6 mm
3.23 × 3.72 in
Bore/stroke ratio 0.87
Valve gear double overhead camshaft (DOHC)
4 valves per cylinder
16 valves in total
maximum power output 252 PS (248.5 bhp) (185 kW)
at 5200-6500 rpm
maximum torque 350 Nm (258 ft·lb) (35.7 kgm)
at 1450-4800 rpm
Specific output 92.7 kW/litre
126.1 ps/litre
124.4 bhp/litre
2.04 bhp/cu in
Specific torque 175.18 Nm/litre
2.12 ft·lb/cu3
Engine construction
Lubrication wet sumped
compression ratio 11:1
Fuel system direct petrol injection
bmep (brake mean effective pressure) 2201.3 kPa (319.3 psi)
Maximum RPM
crankshaft bearings 5
Engine coolant Water
Unitary capacity 499.5 cc
Aspiration Turbo
Compressor BMW TwinPower turbocharger
Intercooler
Catalytic converter Y
performance
Acceleration 0-80km/h (50mph)
Acceleration 0-60mph
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.6 s
Acceleration 0-160km/h (100mph)
Standing quarter-mile
Standing kilometre
Maximum speed 250 km/h (155 mph)
Power-to-weight ratio Higher is better
163.61 PS/tonne (1000 kg)
0.16 PS/kg
120.33 kW/tonne (1000 kg)
0.12 kW/kg
161.36 bhp/tonne (1000 kg)
0.16 bhp/kg
0.07 bhp/lb
Weight-to-power ratio Lower is better
8.31 kg/kW
13.88 lb/bhp
fuel consumption
Fuel consumption 7.6/5.2/6.1 l/100km urban/extra-urban/combined
universal fuel consumption (calculated from the above)
litres/100km7.6/5.2/6.1 l/100km urban/extra-urban/combined
km/litre13.2/19.2/16.4 km/l urban/extra-urban/combined
UK MPG37.2/54.3/46.3 UK MPG urban/extra-urban/combined
US MPG30.9/45.2/38.6 US MPG urban/extra-urban/combined
Carbon dioxide emissions 140.0 g/km NEDC
166.00 g/km WLTP
Carfolio Calculated CO2 ?
VED band (UK) E
CO2 Effizienz (DE) B
chassis
Engine position front
Engine layout longitudinal
Drive wheels rear wheel drive  
Torque split N/A
Steering power assisted rack & pinion
turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Wheel size front 7J x 17
Wheel size rear 7J x 17
Tyres front 205/50 R 17 89Y
Tyres rear 205/50 R 17 89Y
Brakes F/R VeDi/VeDi-S-ABS
Front brake diameter
Rear brake diameter
Braked area
Gearbox 8 speed automatic
Top gear ratio 0.64
Final drive ratio 2.81
general
Carfolio.com ID721996
Production total
Model code
Model family F22 LCI
RAC rating 16.7
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available
2021 BMW 230i added 2021-03-23.
Last modified 2021-03-28.

BMW 2 Series - F22 LCI models

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2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1998 cm3/121.9cuin 136 PS 134 bhp 100 kW 137.0 CO2 1510 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1998 cm3/121.9cuin 184 PS 181 bhp 135 kW 136.0 CO2 1515 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 2998 cm3/182.9cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW 168.0 CO2 1600 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 6M 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 150 PS 148 bhp 110 kW 106.0 CO2 1455 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 150 PS 148 bhp 110 kW 101.0 CO2 1475 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 6M 1499 cm3/91.5cuin 136 PS 134 bhp 100 kW 119.0 CO2 1420 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1499 cm3/91.5cuin 136 PS 134 bhp 100 kW 118.0 CO2 1440 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 6M 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 190 PS 188 bhp 140 kW 107.0 CO2 1470 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 190 PS 188 bhp 140 kW 104.0 CO2 1490 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FA 8A 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 190 PS 188 bhp 140 kW 113.0 CO2 1565 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1998 cm3/121.9cuin 184 PS 182 bhp 135 kW 127.0 CO2 1480 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1995 cm3/121.7cuin 224 PS 221 bhp 165 kW 114.0 CO2 1505 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 1998 cm3/121.9cuin 252 PS 249 bhp 185 kW 131.0 CO2 1505 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 6M 2998 cm3/182.9cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW 179.0 CO2 1550 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FR 8A 2998 cm3/182.9cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW 163.0 CO2 1565 kg
2 door fixed-head coupé FA 8A 2998 cm3/182.9cuin 340 PS 335 bhp 250 kW 169.0 CO2 1615 kg
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