The BMW 116i is a car belonging to the first series of the world famous Munich company. Concern “BMW”, having launched this model into production, surprised everyone with a very non-trivial design design, as well as other technical solutions. This small series appealed to many. Well, it’s worth telling about the most important advantages of this car, which so quickly gained popularity among fans of “BMW” and who know a lot about critics' cars.
About expense
So, what is the original Munich showed, unveiling a new generation with a number of advanced engines? The first is increased power. And you need to talk about her first thing. The BMW 116i has a standard 1598cc engine that squeezes a maximum of 100 kW of power. This is approximately 136 liters. from. The maximum speed of the car is about 210 km / h. Previously, in previous versions, this figure was less than 10 km / h. In addition, the acceleration time decreased to “hundreds”, by 0.5 seconds. Now it is 8.5 s. From 80 kilometers per hour to 120, the BMW 116i accelerates in 8.6 seconds. And, of course, profitability. Fuel consumption was significantly reduced compared to the predecessors of the model. Now it is about 7.3 liters per 100 kilometers in the city! On the highway, the indicator, of course, is less - about 4.9 liters. In mixed mode, it takes about 5.6 liters per 100 km. In principle, this “BMW” model achieved great popularity precisely thanks to such efficiency. True, a brand new car is not quite budget. About 900,000 rubles will have to be paid for the brand new BMW 116i in Russia (in the basic configuration - either a 5 or 3-door hatchback).
Motor
Initially, on the BMW 116i, the characteristics of which are pleasing in its efficiency, an engine such as the N45B16 was installed. This is a four-cylinder in-line DOHC, and it existed until 2011. What should be noted from the features of this motor? Perhaps the variator of the phases of gas distribution. In other words, the Vanos system. However, there was no other important system - Valvetronic. The very first generation of engines for the new 116i could squeeze 85 kW. This is approximately the same 114 hp. But now the technology has gone far ahead, and now there are more powerful versions that are installed under the hood of the BMW 116i, the characteristics of which are becoming better with each restyling and modernization.
Dynamics and Efficiency
"BMW 116i" received a good review. Car owners who value economical and moderately fast, but beautiful cars, this car is quite satisfied. Moreover, it is very dynamic and functional. The developers managed to increase these indicators without even changing the volume of the engine. It remained a 1.6-liter. And all thanks to the fact that the power unit is not just an engine, but TwinPower Turbo.
The updated engine lineup for a modification like the 116i (and its 118i followers) also boasts high-precision fuel injection, as well as a TwinScroll turbocharger. Good add-ons that have a significant impact on machine performance. The BMW 116i engine began to show excellent torque even with significantly reduced fuel consumption.
Appearance
Many people are interested in a topic such as tuning the BMW 116i. So, it should be noted with special attention such a limited version of this car as the Sport Line Edition. It was brought to the attention of the public in 2013. The car looks really worthy. The design turned out to be athletic and even a little aggressive, brutal - but in moderation. It was decided to emphasize the expressive lines of the body with a spectacular grille and air intakes decorated in gloss black. In order to enhance external power, designers increased the distance between the ribs of the radiator grille. And their number was reduced to eight. The chrome horizontal inserts look interesting, due to which it turns out to expand the lower part of the body. Due to this, “BMW” became as if squat. There are obvious similarities with the sports car. Strictly speaking, this is what the manufacturers sought. Another effect was strengthened due to the central black strut, which has certain external similarities with the diffuser of a racing car.
The rear of the car also looks sporty - due to the twin exhaust pipe of the muffler, decorated in dark chrome, and the rear pillar in black gloss. All this looks very bold and impressive.
Salon
The interior is also a very important part. More precisely, a topic that needs to be addressed when talking about a car. Especially if it is a BMW 116i, the price of which is very solid. So it’s logical to assume that it’s unlikely that bad materials will be used in a car sold for that amount.
Well, the assumptions are correct - the interior is really impressive. It is designed in a very spectacular, dynamic style, like the whole appearance of the car. The only thing that is different is the black gloss inside combined with bright red accents. It does not look vulgar, but very attractive. There are no large scarlet elements - only lines on the seats and on the steering wheel, as well as the edging of door cards. And some more display elements on the dashboard.
Sporty and expressive seats can be entwined with either soft fabric or high-quality leather in two colors (optional, or Everest Gray, or Coral Red). Such a “sports” version of the 116i will cost the potential buyer about 1,111,111 rubles.
"Filling"
Many people are interested in spare parts for BMW 116. Well, getting them is easy - the model is not old, so there will be no problems.
Special attention should be paid to a more interesting topic, namely, equipment and electronics of the machine. So, the first thing is the 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission . Due to it, the handling of the car becomes problem-free and delivers maximum pleasure to the owner. This, incidentally, is noted by all the people who bought this model.
Also attention is drawn to the 16-inch alloy wheels Star-spoke. The car also has safe Runflat tires, bi-xenon headlights and their washers. Secret bolts, multi-function steering wheel, emergency proximity alarm (when parking), a sports steering wheel trimmed with leather - all this can boast a brand new “BMW”. But the transmission, of course, attracts the most attention. And it is worth telling more about it.
Automatic Steptronic
Test drive BMW 116i due to this 8-speed gearbox has become a real pleasure for all people who wanted to try out this car. This is the only automatic transmission of its kind that it was decided to install on a small model. This gearbox in the bud refutes the view that the “automatic” is a very uneconomical option. Bavarian developers have increased the number of speeds and, at the same time, reduced the number of revolutions of the motor at high speeds. Due to this, it turned out to reduce the noise level of the engine and fuel consumption. The innovative design gave the result that the developers expected.
By the way, many are concerned about the question of how quietly the speeds switch. One replaces the other so noiselessly that the process of changing gears can be tracked only by the indicators of the dashboard - by how the number of revolutions has changed.
Tuning from Hartge
116 “BMW” many tuning studios inspired the creation of body kits and kits for this car. And one of those was Hartge. This company specializes in bringing BMW production cars after they are sold. So they announced a brand new tuning kit for the 116th version. It turned out great. Similar tuning packages existed before, for more expensive modifications, and their result was excellent. The result was immediately apparent both in terms of improving fuel economy and performance.
The improved version has not 136, but 169 horsepower. In addition, tuning specialists reconfigured the electronic control unit, due to which they also managed to increase productivity. Acceleration from 80 to 180 km / h also became less - by six seconds! The maximum speed, however, remained in the same place. Also, experts made stainless steel exhaust and 19-inch wheels. And such nice little things as branded floor mats, aluminum pedals and stickers with the company logo.
Comments and reviews
Finally, a few words should be said about the reviews that BMW owners leave. Well, this car is definitely not for lovers of power and high speeds, preferring to gain “hundred parts” in a couple of seconds. This is a car for those people who value moderately calm driving, comfortable and stylish interior, attractive appearance. This car is rather weak for the track, but ideal for the city. In principle, the price is normal - about a million for a good version equipped with everything necessary. In the used version, and in very good condition, you can find it for a lower price. And those people who want to purchase a sports version will definitely be satisfied with the excellent control and gearbox, which creates maximum comfort for the driver.
Well, what conclusion can be drawn? A beautiful car, well designed both from the outside and from the inside, a well-developed assembly, but rather weak technical characteristics. Many Mercedes of the late 80s show more solid performance new 116i. But this is a small car, so demanding more from it is simply illogical. So you can purchase and enjoy a comfortable ride around the city.