Engine for BMW 118i, 318i, X2, and Mini Cooper (B38A15 1.5L)
The BMW B38A15 is a 1.5-liter inline-three turbocharged gasoline engine introduced in 2014. This engine is widely utilized in compact front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models across the BMW and Mini brands, delivering a power output ranging from 101 to 156 horsepower and a torque range of 133 to 170 pound-feet.
Description
General Specifications
Cylinder Layout: Inline-3
Displacement: 1,499 cc (1.5 L)
Bore: 82 mm
Stroke: 94.6 mm
Compression Ratio: 11:1
Block/Head Material: Aluminum Alloy
Valve Mechanism: DOHC (Dual Overhead Camshafts), featuring Double VANOS and Valvetronic technology
Common Applications
The B38A15 engine serves as the powertrain core for a wide range of vehicle models, including the BMW 1 Series, BMW X1, BMW X2, and various Mini Cooper variants.












