The B38A15 is a 1.5L inline-three-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine in BMW’s modular engine family, belonging to the B38 series (which shares a modular design with the B48 four-cylinder and B58 six-cylinder engines). It is known for its lightweight construction, high efficiency, and low emissions, and is widely used in front-wheel-drive models. The China 6 version (China 6 / National VI emissions standard) has been adapted for the Chinese market to meet stricter emissions requirements (typically corresponding to Euro 6 or higher specifications, including a particulate filter (GPF), etc.) and is commonly found in later-production vehicles.
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Specifications
Engine Code: B38A15 (Common variants: B38A15A, B38A15M0, B38A15M1, B38A15U0/U1, etc.)
Displacement: 1,499 cm³ (1.5 L)
Bore × Stroke: 82.0 mm × 94.6 mm
Compression Ratio: Approx. 11.0:1
Cylinder Configuration: Inline 3-cylinder, aluminum alloy block + aluminum alloy cylinder head
Valve Train: DOHC 12-valve + Double-VANOS + Valvetronic
Fuel System: Direct injection
Turbocharging: Single turbocharger (Twin-Scroll or similar design)
Power Range: Approx. 75–140 PS (Common China VI ratings: 100–140 PS)
Torque Range: Approx. 180–220 Nm (Available from low RPM)
Timing Drive: Timing chain
Engine Oil Capacity: Approx. 4.25–4.3 L (Recommended: BMW Longlife-17 FE+ / 0W-20 or specified grade)
Emissions Standards: China 6 / Euro 6
Production Years: Approx. 2014 onward (China 6 versions are mostly later models)
A long block typically includes core components such as the cylinder block, crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, cylinder head, and timing system. The China VI version features targeted optimizations for emissions control (such as the GPF and fuel injection strategies).
OE / OEM Reference Numbers
Common Related OE Numbers (for reference regarding long cylinder blocks/engine assemblies; actual verification must be strictly based on the VIN):
11002469460 (commonly found on China VI-compliant aftermarket/remanufactured products)
Other common references: 11002455307, 11000003073, B38A15A, and related numbers
Note: BMW engine OE numbers may vary by model year, market, and production batch. China VI versions may have specific differences in emissions-related parts; be sure to provide the vehicle’s VIN to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
| Model Number | B38A15 Ⅵ |
Primary Compatible Models
The B38A15 (including China VI versions) is primarily installed in front-wheel-drive/transverse-engine platform models:
BMW 1 Series: F40 118i, etc.
BMW 2 Series: F45 / F46 Active Tourer / Gran Tourer (218i, etc.), F44 Gran Coupé
BMW X1: F48 sDrive18i
BMW X2: F39 sDrive18i
MINI: F55 / F56 / F57 Cooper / One, F54 Clubman, F60 Countryman, etc.
Some hybrid versions (such as the 225xe) also use related variants.
China VI versions are commonly found in later model years of the above vehicles in the Chinese market.
| Place of Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Condition | New |
| Purpose | for replace/repair |
| Type | Gas / Petrol Engine |
| Power | OEM Standards |
| Quantity (pieces) | 1 - 10 | 11 - 50 | > 50 |
| Lead time (days) | 7 | 15 | To be negotiated |
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