10-09-2015, 09:05 PM | #1 |
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Engine spec change for 2016 models
I was browsing the 2 series configuration page on BMW Canada and noticed a slight change in engine power for the 2016 model year. Both the 228i and M235i have a slight drop in torque but an increase in MPG (with the exception of the RWD 228i). Anyone know if these figures are accurate or what's behind the change? My guess is BMW had slightly detuned their engines to help meet fuel efficiency goals.
Here are the specs as listed for automatics: 2015 BMW 228i Coupé - 258 lb-ft - 8.4 l/100km (28 mpg) 2016 BMW 228i Coupé - 255 lb-ft - 8.4 l/100km (28 mpg) 2015 BMW 228i xDrive Coupé: 258 lb-ft - 8.7 l/100km (27 mpg) 2016 BMW 228i xDrive Coupé: 255 lb-ft - 8.4 l/100km (28 mpg) 2015 BMW M235i Coupé - 332 lb-ft - 10.2 l/100km (23 mpg) 2016 BMW M235i Coupé - 330 lb-ft - 9.9 l/100km (24 mpg) 2015 BMW M235i xDrive Coupé - 332 lb-ft - 10.0 l/100km (24 mpg) 2016 BMW M235i xDrive Coupé - 330 lb-ft - 10.2 l/100km (23 mpg) |
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I'd also add I only posted the MPG for automatics since it wasn't listed for the 2016 manuals. |
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10-10-2015, 03:00 AM | #4 |
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THanks I understood that but would be interested to see the power too (h-p / k-w).
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10-10-2015, 08:42 AM | #5 |
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The OP said the hp was the same...only the tq changed slightly.
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10-10-2015, 08:00 PM | #6 |
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My 2015 228i has the N26 engine vs the N20. Same engine but slightly different emissions protocol (I forget the acronym…SULEV?) that, according to Dinan, makes slightly less torque at peak rpm. I was a little distressed by this until I experienced the very pleasing effect of a Stage 1 tune on my car. Anyway, these variances in engine emissions standards might account for the numbers cited by the OP.
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