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BMW 1-Series 2011-2019
2011–2019
Overview
The second generation of the BMW 1 Series consists of the BMW F20 (5-door hatchback version) and BMW F21 (3-door hatchback version) compact cars. The F20/F21 generation was produced from 2011 to 2019 and is often collectively referred to as the F20.
Specifications
Look up BMW 1-Series specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Chassis
- Type:
- F20
- F21
Engine 3.0L 6-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 26-32 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 6.9 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 3.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.044″
Coolant
- Type: G11
Oil
- Capacity : 4.49 qt(4.25 L)
Fuel
- Capacity: 14.0gal (53.0L)
Washer Fluid
- Capacity: 3.17 gal (3.0 L)
Manual Gearbox Oil
- Capacity: 1.37qt (1.3L)
Automatic Gearbox Oil
- Capacity: 9.5qt (9.0L)
Powertrain
Engine
- Petrol:
- 1.5 L B38 I3
- 1.6-2.0 L N13/N20/B48 I4
- 3.0 L N55/B58 I6
- Diesel:
- 1.5 L B37 I3
- 1.6-2.0 L N47/B47 I4
Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Cornering Light Bulb: H3-55W
- Daytime Running Light Bulb: H8-35W
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H11LL
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 12496
- 7507AST
- High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: HID-D1S
- High Beam Headlight Bulb: H7LL
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H7LL
Rear Lights
- Cornering Light Bulb: H3-55W
- Daytime Running Light Bulb: H8-35W
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H11LL
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 12496
- 7507AST
- High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: HID-D1S
- High Beam Headlight Bulb: H7LL
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb H7LL
Interior Lights
- Courtesy Light Bulb: 2825L
- Dome Light Bulb: 2886X
- Glove Box Light Bulb: 6418
- Map Light Bulb: 2886X
- Trunk Light Bulb: 6411
- Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 6411
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