Among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 218i ranks 49th of 97 in Combined consumption (5.8 L/100, behind the Bmw 216d Gran Coupe), 43th of 90 in Tank range (879 km, behind the Bmw 116d), 75th of 99 in 0–100 km/h (9.3 s, behind the Bmw M140i xDrive).
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218i
140 hp, 9,3 s 0-100 : among the 99 compacts 2016–2020, the 218i ranks 49th of 97 in Combined consumption, 43th of 90 in Tank range, 75th of 99 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
140hp
220 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
9.3s
VMax 205 km/h
Cons.
5.8L
/100 km
Tank
51L
Technical identity card
Full specifications BMW 218i
Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.
Powertrain
| Architecture | 3 cyl. |
| Displacement | 1,499 cm³ |
| Power | 140 hp |
| Couple | 220 Nm |
| Gearbox | Double embrayage 6 rapports Automatique |
Consumption
| Cons. WLTP | 5.8 L/100km |
| Tank | 51 L |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 9,3 s |
| VMax | 205 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,354 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm |
| Boot | 468 L |
| Kerb weight | 1,355 kg |
| Cd | 0.28 |
| CO₂ WLTP | 132 g/km |
Caralogy Methodology
Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine
Among the 99 compacts, the 218i ranks (mid-table) 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.
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 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: 5.8 L/100 L/100 (49th of 97 in Combined consumption)
The 218i consumes 5.8 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 216d Gran Coupe (4.1 L/100).
Tank range: 879 km (43th of 90 in Tank range)
On a full tank, the 218i covers 879 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 218i stands against compacts
Comparison across 99 compacts marketed between 2016–2020.
Combined consumption49e / 97
5.8 L/100
Min 10 L/100 · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 4.1 L/100 · Bmw 216d Gran Coupe
Tank range43e / 90
879 km
Min 520 km · Bmw M2 CompetitionMax 1 209 km · Bmw 116d
0–100 km/h75e / 99
9,3 s
Min 12,3 s · Hyundai i30 1.5 DPi 110 PSMax 4,4 s · Bmw M140i xDrive
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
A3 allstreet150 hp · 0-100 8.4 s
A3 allstreet150 hp · 0-100 8.8 s
A3 allstreet150 hp · 0-100 8.3 s
A3 Sedan150 hp · 0-100 8.4 s
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Frequently asked questions
BMW 218i: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
879 km on a full tank (5.8 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 43th 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 5.8 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 218i 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.