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How many cylinders does the BMW 1 Series engine have?

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VanKaleb
07/24/25 5:23am
The BMW 1 Series offers two powertrain options, equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine and a 2.0T turbocharged engine respectively. Among them, the 1.5T turbocharged engine is a three-cylinder engine, while the 2.0T turbocharged engine is a four-cylinder engine. Below are the relevant introductions of the two engines: 1. 1.5T three-cylinder turbocharged engine: This engine has a maximum power of 103kw and a maximum torque of 220 Nm. The maximum power speed of this engine is 4600 to 6500 rpm, and the maximum torque speed is 1400 to 4300 rpm. This engine is equipped with direct injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. 2. 2.0T four-cylinder turbocharged engine: This engine has a maximum power of 141kw and a maximum torque of 280 Nm. The maximum power speed of this engine is 5000 to 6000 rpm, and the maximum torque speed is 1350 to 4600 rpm. This engine is equipped with direct injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. It is paired with either a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission or an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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LaDante
08/11/25 1:01am
I've driven several generations of the BMW 1 Series, which comes with engines of different cylinder counts depending on the model. Common options include three-cylinder and four-cylinder engines. For example, the older 116i had a three-cylinder engine with a smaller displacement that was fuel-efficient but a bit noisy in city driving, though still acceptable. The newer 118i, on the other hand, features a four-cylinder engine with stronger power output but slightly higher fuel consumption. A friend of mine owns a three-cylinder model, which is great for daily commuting—it occasionally vibrates at startup but accelerates smoothly. If buying used, it's important to check the engine type, as three-cylinder models tend to have lower maintenance costs. Overall, the BMW 1 Series is positioned as an urban car, with cylinder count options balancing efficiency and driving pleasure.
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