F44 · GENERATION 2019 · COMPACT
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218i

140 hp, 8,7 s 0-100 : among the 138 compacts 2017–2021, the 218i ranks 62th of 134 in Combined consumption, 102th of 128 in Tank range, 90th of 138 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Energy cost · estimate1,47115,000 km · UK mix · home UK £/kWhCustomise →

Power

140hp

220 Nm

0 → 100 km/h

8.7s

VMax 215 km/h

Cons.

5.7L

/100 km

Tank

42L

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Full specifications BMW 218i

Manufacturer data and values calibrated by the Caralogy simulation engine.

Powertrain

ArchitectureUnknown
Displacement1,499 cm\u00b3
Power140 hp
Couple220 Nm
GearboxDual Clutch 6 rapports Automatic
Transmission218i

Consumption

Cons. WLTP5,7 L/100km
Tank42 L

Performance

0 → 100 km/h8,7 s
VMax215 km/h

Dimensions and environment

Length4,526 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Width1,800 mm
Height1,420 mm
Boot430 L
Kerb weight1,350 kg
Cd0.25
CO₂ WLTP131 g/km

Caralogy Methodology

Motorway and performance values calibrated by the Caralogy physics simulation engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves).

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Manufacturer data · motorway values calibrated by the Caralogy engine

Among the 138 compacts, the 218i ranks (mid-table) in fuel consumption. Caralogy simulates its real-world cost: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

Caralogy Analysis · tailored to this vehicle

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: 5.7 L/100 L/100 (62th of 134 in Combined consumption)

The 218i consumes 5.7 L/100 on the WLTP combined cycle. The segment reference is the Bmw 216d Steptronic (3.9 L/100).

Tank range: 737 km (102th of 128 in Tank range)

On a full tank, the 218i covers 737 km on the combined cycle. The segment reference reaches 1308 km.

Segment positioning

Where the 218i stands against compacts

Comparison across 138 compacts marketed between 2017–2021.

Combined consumption

62eout of 134

5.7 L/100
Min10 L/100 · Bmw M2 Competition
Max3.9 L/100 · Bmw 216d Steptronic

Tank range

102eout of 128

737 km
Min520 km · Bmw M2 Competition
Max1 308 km · Bmw 216d Steptronic

0–100 km/h

90eout of 138

8,7 s
Min12,3 s · Hyundai i30 1.5 DPi 110 PS
Max4,4 s · Bmw M140i xDrive

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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.

Where does the 218i rank in its segment?#

Among the 138 compacts 2017–2021, the 218i ranks 62th of 134 in Combined consumption (5.7 L/100, behind the Bmw 216d Steptronic), 102th of 128 in Tank range (737 km, behind the Bmw 216d Steptronic), 90th of 138 in 0–100 km/h (8.7 s, behind the Bmw M140i xDrive).

What is the range of the 218i?#

737 km on a full tank (5.7 L/100 on the combined cycle) — 102th of 128 in autonomie du segment.

How much does the 218i 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 5.7 L/100). The choice depends on your priorities: check the 218i 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.