Among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 120d ranks 26th of 97 in Combined consumption (4.7 L/100, behind the Bmw 216d Gran Coupe), 11th of 90 in Tank range (1106 km, behind the Bmw 116d), 38th of 99 in 0–100 km/h (7.2 s, behind the Bmw M140i xDrive).
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120d
190 hp, 7,2 s 0-100 : among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 120d ranks 26th of 97 in Combined consumption, 11th of 90 in Tank range, 38th of 99 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
190hp
400 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
7.2s
VMax 228 km/h
Cons.
4.7L
/100 km
Tank
52L
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 120d
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 4 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,995 cm³ |
| Power | 190 hp |
| Couple | 400 Nm |
| Gearbox | Convertisseur de couple 6 rapports Automatique |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 4.7 L/100km |
| Tank | 52 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 7,2 s |
| VMax | 228 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,329 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,421 mm |
| Boot | 360 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,415 kg |
| Cd | 0.31 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 124 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 99 compacts, the 120d ranks (top 26 in segment) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure. 26th of 97 in Combined consumption (4.7 L/100), 11th of 90 in Tank range (1106 km).
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Combined consumption, the Bmw 216d Gran Coupe (1st with 4.1 L/100) takes the lead. If the priority is Tank range, the Bmw 116d (1st with 1209 km) takes the lead.
Fuel consumption: 4.7 L/100 L/100 (26th of 97 in Combined consumption)
The 120d consumes 4.7 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 216d Gran Coupe (4.1 L/100).
Tank range: 1106 km (11th of 90 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 120d covers 1106 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1209 km.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the 120d stands against compacts
Comparison across 99 compacts marketed between 2016–2020.
Combined consumption26e / 97
4.7 L/100
Min 10 L/100 · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 4.1 L/100 · Bmw 216d Gran Coupe
Tank range11e / 90
1 106 km
Min 520 km · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 1 209 km · Bmw 116d
0–100 km/h38e / 99
7,2 s
Min 12,3 s · Hyundai i30 Wagon 1.5 DPi 110 PSMax 4,4 s · Bmw M140i xDrive
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A3 Sedan116 hp · 0-100 10.1 s
A3 Sportback116 hp · 0-100 10.1 s
A 200 d150 hp · 0-100 8.2 s
i30 1.6 CRDi 48V 136 PS136 hp · 0-100 10.2 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 120d: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
1106 km on a full tank (4.7 L/100 on the combined cycle) - 11th of 90 in autonomie du segment.
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Bmw 216d Gran Coupe leads in Combined consumption (4.1 L/100 vs 4.7 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 120d vs Bmw 216d Gran Coupe duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.