BMW 120i
184 hp, 7,1 s 0-100 : among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 120i ranks 66th of 97 in Combined consumption, 51th of 90 in Tank range, 35th of 99 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
- Power
- 184 hp
- 270 Nm
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 7.1 s
- VMax 225 km/h
- Cons.
- 6.1 L
- /100 km
- Tank
- 52 L
Full specifications
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
- Architecture
- 4 cyl.
- Displacement
- 1,998 cm³
- Power
- 184 hp
- Couple
- 270 Nm
- Gearbox
- Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique
Consumption
- Cons. WLTP
- 6.1 L/100 km
- Tank
- 52 L
Performance
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 7,1 s
- VMax
- 225 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
- 1,375 kg
- Cd
- 0.316533860050447
- CO₂ WLTP
- 140 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 methodologyManufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 99 compacts, the 120i ranks (in the bottom third) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Tailored to this vehicle?
Fuel consumption: 6.1 L/100 L/100 (66th of 97 in Combined consumption)
The 120i consumes 6.1 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the BMW 216d Gran Coupe (4.1 L/100).
Tank range: 852 km (51th of 90 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 120i covers 852 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 simulatorLong-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a tripTimes & acceleration
0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.
See the performanceWhere the 120i stands against compacts
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
Cross-energy alternatives
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Popular duels involving the 120i
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BMW 120i: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
Where does the 120i rank in its segment?
Among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 120i ranks 66th of 97 in Combined consumption (6.1 L/100, behind the BMW 216d Gran Coupe), 51th of 90 in Tank range (852 km, behind the BMW 116d), 35th of 99 in 0–100 km/h (7.1 s, behind the BMW M140i xDrive).
What is the range of the 120i?
852 km on a full tank (6.1 L/100 on the combined cycle) - 51th of 90 in Tank range.
How much does the 120i cost to run?
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
Why not a BMW 216d Gran Coupe instead?
The BMW 216d Gran Coupe leads in Combined consumption (4.1 L/100 vs 6.1 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 120i vs BMW 216d Gran Coupe duel for a detailed comparison.
How does Caralogy calculate its figures?
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.