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2021 BMW M240i xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 M240i xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 BMW M240i xDrive is EPA-rated at 21/30/24 mpg city/highway/combined.

Model year20212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/30/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428583896. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428583896 alt 11427826799
Engine air filter13718632502
Spark plug12122455258
Battery61216806755
Front wiper blades61619478361
Thermostat11538658571 alt 11537642854
Cabin air filter64119237555 alt 64116821995

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length174.4 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase105.9 in
Curb weight4065 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 30 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs168.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1422 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

At 1,200 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the M240i xDrive get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 30 highway / 24 combined mpg.