BMW 120d

DieselcompactGENERATION F40, 2020

190 hp, 7,3 s 0-100 : among the 143 compacts 2018–2022, the 120d ranks 29th of 137 in Combined consumption, 21th of 130 in Tank range, 64th of 143 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power
190 hp
400 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
7.3 s
VMax 231 km/h
Cons.
4.6 L
/100 km
Tank
50 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
1,995 cm³
Power
190 hp
Couple
400 Nm
Gearbox
Convertisseur de couple 8 rapports Automatique

Consumption

Cons. WLTP
4.6 L/100 km
Tank
50 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h
7,3 s
VMax
231 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
1,450 kg
Cd
0.26
CO₂ WLTP
121 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.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 143 compacts, the 120d ranks (top 29 in segment) 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. 29th of 137 in Combined consumption (4.6 L/100), 21th of 130 in Tank range (1087 km).

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: 4.6 L/100 L/100 (29th of 137 in Combined consumption)

The 120d consumes 4.6 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the BMW 216d Steptronic (3.9 L/100).

Tank range: 1087 km (21th of 130 in Tank range)

On a full tank, the 120d covers 1087 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1308 km.

Where the 120d stands against compacts

Comparison across 143 compacts marketed between 2018–2022.
Combined consumption29e / 137
4.6 L/100
Min 10 L/100 · BMW M2 CompetitionMax 3.9 L/100 · BMW 216d Steptronic
Tank range21e / 130
1 087 km
Min 520 km · BMW M2 CompetitionMax 1 308 km · BMW 216d Steptronic
0–100 km/h64e / 143
7,3 s
Min 12,3 s · Hyundai i30 Wagon 1.5 DPi 110 chMax 4,4 s · BMW M140i xDrive

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

Cross-energy alternatives

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BMW 120d: 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 120d rank in its segment?

Among the 143 compacts 2018–2022, the 120d ranks 29th of 137 in Combined consumption (4.6 L/100, behind the BMW 216d Steptronic), 21th of 130 in Tank range (1087 km, behind the BMW 216d Steptronic), 64th of 143 in 0–100 km/h (7.3 s, behind the BMW M140i xDrive).

What is the range of the 120d?

1087 km on a full tank (4.6 L/100 on the combined cycle) - 21th of 130 in autonomie du segment.

How much does the 120d 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 Steptronic instead?

The BMW 216d Steptronic leads in Combined consumption (3.9 L/100 vs 4.6 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 120d vs BMW 216d Steptronic 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.