Is the three-cylinder BMW 118i a good engine?

The 1.5-litre B38, used in the 118i since 2015, is smooth for a three-cylinder and economical in town. On the motorway with a full load, it has less in reserve than the four-cylinders.

Does the petrol BMW 1 Series have timing chain problems?

The 1.6 turbo N13 in pre-2015 F20 116i and 118i models is known for chain and tensioner wear. A rattle on a cold start is the sound to listen for before buying.

What engine does the BMW M135i have?

In the F20, the M135i and later the M140i use a straight-six with rear-wheel drive. In the F40, the M135i switched to a 2-litre four-cylinder with xDrive all-wheel drive.

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Used petrol BMW 1 Series cars

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From €1,350 to €76,569, half under €23,950 · Typically 2021 with 67,922 km. Petrol suits drivers doing short trips who want no diesel particulate filter. In pre-2015 F20 cars the 1.6 turbo N13 needs its timing chain watched; the three-cylinder B38 and four-cylinder B48 came after.