BMW B38 Engine — 1.5 Turbo Three-Cylinder
Used & Reconditioned for Sale
B38A15, B38A15A, B38A15C, B38A15M0, B38A15M1, B38A15P, B38A12U0, B38K15T0, 1.5 TwinPower Turbo, 1.5T
Displacement
Fuel
Production
Fits BMW and MINI models — also known as B38A15, 1.5T. Verified fitment, fixed prices, UK delivery.
Displacement
Fuel
Production
Configuration
Applications
Verified Fitment
Checked by registration
12-Month Warranty
On reconditioned units
UK Nationwide Delivery
2-4 working days
14-Day Returns
Uninstalled, full refund
Buy a B38 Engine for Your Vehicle
Our B38 engine hub covers 6 distinct application groups, each configured and priced for its specific vehicle — from 1/2/3 Series and X1/X2 SUVs to the 2 Series Active Tourer, MINI applications, i8 hybrid, and 225xe PHEV. Every group has a dedicated listing page for your chassis.
MINI Hatch (F56/F55) & Convertible (F57) — One, Cooper
Fits Hatch 3dr, Hatch 5dr, Convertible — 2014–present
1450
Coming soonMINI Clubman (F54) — One, Cooper
Fits Clubman F54 — One, Cooper — 2015–present
1450
Coming soonMINI Countryman (F60) — One, Cooper
Fits Countryman F60 — One, Cooper — 2017–present
1500
Coming soonFull B38 Compatibility
Use the compatibility tables below to match your BMW or MINI chassis code and model year to the correct B38 application group. Each row links to its unit listing, and you can confirm fitment instantly with our registration checker.
| Model | Chassis | Variants | Years | Config. | Unit page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i8 | I12 | i8, i8 Roadster | 2014–2020 | Transverse mid-engine | Coming soon |
| 1 Series | F20/F21 | 116i, 118i | 2015–2019 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 1 Series | F40 | 116i, 118i | 2019–present | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 2 Series | F22/F23 | 218i | 2015–2021 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 2 Series | F44 | 218i Gran Coupé | 2020–present | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 2 Series Active Tourer | F45 | 218i, 225xe (PHEV) | 2014–2021 | Transverse | Coming soon |
| 2 Series Gran Tourer | F46 | 218i | 2015–2022 | Transverse | Coming soon |
| 3 Series | F30/F31 LCI | 318i | 2015–2019 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X1 | F48 | sDrive18i | 2015–2022 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X1 | U11/U12 | sDrive18i | 2022–present | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X2 | F39 | sDrive18i | 2018–2023 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X2 | U10 | sDrive18i | 2023–present | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| Hatch | F55/F56 | Cooper, Cooper S | 2014–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Clubman | F54 | Cooper, Cooper S | 2015–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Countryman | F60 | Cooper, Cooper S | 2017–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Hatch (3dr) | F56 | One, Cooper | 2014–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Hatch (5dr) | F55 | One, Cooper | 2014–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Convertible | F57 | One, Cooper | 2015–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Clubman | F54 | One, Cooper | 2015–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
| Countryman | F60 | One, Cooper | 2017–present | Transverse | Coming soon |
Confirm your exact specification with the registration checker above.
B38 Engine Prices
Our B38 prices are grouped by vehicle application to reflect chassis-specific fitment and specification differences. Choose your group below — all prices are fixed, with no hidden fees.
| Application | Used from | Reconditioned from |
|---|---|---|
| MINI Hatch (F56/F55) & Convertible (F57) — One, Cooper | £1,450 | £2,100 |
| MINI Clubman (F54) — One, Cooper | £1,450 | £2,100 |
| MINI Countryman (F60) — One, Cooper | £1,500 | £2,200 |
Prices shown are current lowest listed prices and update as stock changes. The price on each listing is the price you pay — no hidden fees at checkout.
What You Get with a B38 Engine
What You Get with a B38 Engine
What's included
Complete long-block assembly; Renewed timing chains, tensioners and guides (recon); Rebuilt cylinder head with new valve stem seals (recon); Tested-before-dispatch; 6–12 month warranty
Not included
- Turbocharger (reusable if sound — B38 single-scroll turbo)
- Fuel injectors and high-pressure fuel pump
- Ancillaries (alternator, starter, A/C compressor)
- Fitting and installation
Used or reconditioned?
Used units are widely available for high-volume B38 applications (1 Series, 2 Series, X1, MINI), offering good value across most groups. Reconditioned units are more commonly selected for low-volume/high-value applications (i8, 225xe PHEV), where replacement cost justifies the premium. The BMW B38 is BMW's modern 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder, introduced in 2013 as part of the brand's modular engine family. Replacement demand is driven by the B38's widespread application across BMW and MINI models — every unit we supply has its timing chain, water pump, and turbocharger inspected as standard before dispatch.
B38 Engine Buying FAQs
Answers to common fitment, condition, warranty and delivery questions.
A:A: The B38 is fitted to BMW 1 Series (F20/F21/F40 116i/118i), 2 Series (F22/F23/F44 218i, F45/F46 218i/225xe), 3 Series (F30/F31 LCI 318i), X1 (F48/U11/U12 sDrive18i), X2 (F39/U10 sDrive18i), i8 (I12), and MINI Hatch/Clubman/Countryman (Cooper).
A:A: The B38 is known as B38A15 (1.5L variant) with sub-variants B38A15A, B38A15M0, B38A15M1, B38A15P, and B38K15T0 (i8 high-output). The 1.2L variant B38A12U0 exists but has minimal UK relevance. It is also referred to as "1.5 TwinPower Turbo" or "1.5T.
A:A: Used units are widely available for high-volume applications like the 1 Series, 2 Series, X1, and MINI. Reconditioned units are preferred for low-volume applications like the i8 and 225xe PHEV, where the higher replacement cost is justified by the vehicle's value and hybrid system integration.
A:A: Use our registration checker or verify against your V5C and engine code stamp. B38 engines carry codes B38A15A, B38A15M0, B38A15M1, or B38K15T0 on the cylinder block. Check your chassis code against our compatibility matrix — F20/F21/F40 (1 Series), F22/F23/F44 (2 Series), F30/F31 (3 Series), F48/U11/U12 (X1), F39/U10 (X2), I12 (i8), F55/F56/F54/F60 (MINI).
A:A: All B38 units come with a 6–12 month warranty (varies by condition), with UK nationwide palletised delivery and a free compatibility check before dispatch.
Find Your B38 Engine by Registration
Enter your vehicle registration to confirm fitment instantly and see available B38 units at fixed prices. No registration? Use our chassis code checker or contact our team.