Car Buyer's Guide

BMW 116i

F20 · launched Sep 19 2013 · Hatchback · CKD

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The BMW 116i is the entry of 5 1 Series variants, priced at RM170,800.

BMW 116i

Colours — exterior

  • Black Solid
  • Crimson Red Solid
  • Estori Blue Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Liquid Blue Metallic
  • Midnight Blue Metallic
  • Sparkling Bronze Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Cloth Move Anthracite seats

How this variant compares

Stepping up to the 118i Urban costs RM20,000 more and adds 34 PS more (170 vs 136), a quicker 0–100 km/h time (7.2s vs 8.7s) and Cruise Control.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing
Capacity
1,598 cc
Horsepower
136 hp at 4,400 rpm
Torque
220 Nm at 1,350 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Inline 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
77 mm × 85.8 mm
Compression Ratio
10.5

Drivetrain

Transmission
Conventional Automatic
Transmission Name
8 Speed Automatic
Gears
8
Transmission Manufacturer
ZF
Driveline
Rear Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
8.7 seconds
Rated Economy
5.8 L/100 km
Top Speed
210 km/h
Co2
134 g/km

Dimensions

1,4214,324 mmWheelbase 2,690 mm

Representative body-type outline, drawn to scale from the car's length and height.

Length
4,324 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
1,421 mm
Wheelbase
2,690 mm
Weight
1,395 kg
Fuel Tank
52 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
360 litres
Front Tyre
205/50R17
Rear Tyre
205/50R17

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Wheels
17" Y Spoke Style 380 Alloy
Rear Wheels
17" Y Spoke Style 380 Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars
ANCAP
5 stars

Safety

Airbags
6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Child Safety Lock
Manual for rear doors
Seat Belts
5 Three-point
ISOFIX
Available on two outer rear passenger seats

Lighting

Headlamps
Bi-Xenon Projector
Taillamps
LED light bar with normal bulb brake light
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
Manual Adjustable
Rear Seats
60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-con
Manual air-con
Rear Air-con
Rear Vents
Power Sockets
1 Front, 1 Rear
Interior Lighting
Map Lights with Ambient Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front
Audio
BMW Professional Audio with MP3 compatible CD Drive, 6.5" monitor operated by iDrive, Bluetooth, USB + 6 Speakers

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Push Button
Locks
Remote Control Activation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓

Driving aids

Auto Start/Stop
✓
Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Tiptronic
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
2 years

116i FAQ

How much is the BMW 116i in Malaysia?

The BMW 116i was priced at RM170,800 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

Is it worth paying more for the 118i Urban?

The 118i Urban costs RM20,000 more than the 116i and adds 34 PS more (170 vs 136), a quicker 0–100 km/h time (7.2s vs 8.7s) and Cruise Control — worth it only if you want that kit.