Among the 143 compacts 2018–2022, the 118i ranks 74th of 137 in Combined consumption (5.9 L/100, behind the Bmw 216d Steptronic), 108th of 130 in Tank range (712 km, behind the Bmw 216d Steptronic), 103th of 143 in 0–100 km/h (8.9 s, behind the Bmw M140i xDrive).
BMW 118i
136 hp, 8,9 s 0-100 : among the 143 compacts 2018–2022, the 118i ranks 74th of 137 in Combined consumption, 108th of 130 in Tank range, 103th of 143 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
136hp
220 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
8.9s
VMax 213 km/h
Cons.
5.9L
/100 km
Tank
42L
Full specifications
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
- Architecture
- 3 cyl.
- Displacement
- 1,499 cm³
- Power
- 136 hp
- Couple
- 220 Nm
- Gearbox
- Double embrayage 6 rapports Automatique
Consumption
- Cons. WLTP
- 5.9 L/100 km
- Tank
- 42 L
Performance
- 0 → 100 km/h
- 8,9 s
- VMax
- 213 km/h
Dimensions and environment
- Length
- 4,319 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,670 mm
- Width
- 1,799 mm
- Height
- 1,434 mm
- Boot
- 380 L
- Kerb weight
- 1,290 kg
- Cd
- 0.26
- CO₂ WLTP
- 135 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 143 compacts, the 118i ranks (mid-table) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Good compromise for regular use without available charging infrastructure.
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Combined consumption, the Bmw 216d Steptronic (1st with 3.9 L/100) takes the lead. If the priority is Tank range, the Bmw 216d Steptronic (1st with 1308 km) takes the lead.
Fuel consumption: 5.9 L/100 L/100 (74th of 137 in Combined consumption)
The 118i consumes 5.9 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 216d Steptronic (3.9 L/100).
Tank range: 712 km (108th of 130 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 118i covers 712 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1308 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 tripChronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performanceWhere the 118i stands against compacts
Comparison across 143 compacts marketed between 2018–2022.
Combined consumption74e / 137
5.9 L/100
Min 10 L/100 · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 3.9 L/100 · Bmw 216d Steptronic
Tank range108e / 130
712 km
Min 520 km · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 1 308 km · Bmw 216d Steptronic
0–100 km/h103e / 143
8,9 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)
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BMW 118i: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
712 km on a full tank (5.9 L/100 on the combined cycle) - 108th of 130 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 Steptronic leads in Combined consumption (3.9 L/100 vs 5.9 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 118i vs Bmw 216d Steptronic 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.