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In a class of its own. Image by Shane O' Donoghue.

In a class of its own
Turbodiesel engines keep getting better, with BMW one of the front runners. The new twin-turbo 123d is a cracker.

   


Reviews homepage -> BMW reviews -> 2008 BMW 1 Series -> 123d M Sport technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 148
0-62 mph (seconds): 7.0

Urban mpg: 43.5
Extra urban mpg: 64.2
Combined mpg: 54.3
CO2 (g/km): 138


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4360
Height (mm): 1423
Width (mm): 1748
Wheelbase (mm): 2660
Front track (mm): 1474
Rear track (mm): 1507
Cargo volume (litres): 370
Gross weight (kg): 1860
Kerb weight (kg): 1495
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 51


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Twin-turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine mounted longitudinally in front.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1995
Bore x stroke (mm): 90.00 x 84.00
Max. power (bhp): 210 at 4400 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 295 at 2000 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual gearbox. Rear-wheel drive. Electronic limited slip differential.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Double-joint tiebar spring strut axle, made in aluminium.

Rear: Five-arm axle made in lightweight steel.

Steering: Power assisted rack and pinion steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 10.70

Brakes: ABS, CBC, ASC, DSC, DTC, DBC.

Wheels: 7.0J x 17-inch alloys.

Tyres: 205/50 R17. Pirelli tyres fitted to test car.







 

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