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Available B38 A15 A engines

Discover our diverse range of engines – perfectly tailored to your individual needs. Whether you're looking for affordable replacement engines, complete engines, or professional engine overhauls: with us, you're guaranteed to find the right solution for your vehicle.


The listed prices vary depending on the mileage and current stock levels/capacities. You will receive a binding price with a customized offer upon request.

Our used B38 A15 A engine without attachments includes the following scope of delivery:

  • Tested short block (engine block with oil pump, crankshaft, bearings, connecting rods, pistons)

  • Cylinder head including camshaft and valves

  • Oil pan & valve cover (used as transport protection, may need to be reused from the old part)

  • Testing procedures: Leak-down test, cylinder inspection with endoscope camera, inspection of oil pan and valve cover, visual check of crankshaft & camshafts, examination of residues in oil pump and oil pan

The timing chain/belt must be replaced before installation.
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Our complete used B38 A15 A engine with attachments includes the following scope of delivery:

  • Tested engine (engine block + cylinder head)

  • Untested attachments such as starter, injectors, injection system, turbocharger, ignition coils, intake manifold, and much more

  • Oil pan & valve cover used as transport protection (may need to be reused from the old part)

  • Testing procedures: Leak-down test, cylinder inspection with endoscope camera, inspection of oil pan and valve cover, examination of residues in oil pump and oil pan

Attachments are included free of charge, but without any warranty.
The timing chain/belt must always be replaced before installation.
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Our overhauled B38 A15 A engine without attachments has been fully reconditioned to 0 km and includes:

  • Fully overhauled engine block with cylinder head

  • New parts: valves, valve stem seals, piston rings, main/connecting rod bearings, oil pump, internal timing chain/belt

  • Processing & testing procedures: camshaft and crankshaft are measured, polished, crack-tested, and ultrasonically cleaned; cylinder head is measured, resurfaced, and ultrasonically cleaned; block is honed, ground, and measured; pistons are inspected, cleaned, and undergo UV crack testing

A durable engine in like-new condition – ideal for the highest demands.
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With our customer engine overhaul service, we recondition your defective B38 A15 A engine:

  • Collection of your engine (without attachments)

  • Professional overhaul to 0 km with high-quality new parts (e.g., Kolbenschmidt, FEBI, FAI)

  • New parts: valves, piston rings, oil pump, bearings, internal timing chain/belt

  • Processing & testing procedures: camshaft and crankshaft are measured, polished, crack-tested, and ultrasonically cleaned; cylinder head is measured, resurfaced, and ultrasonically cleaned; block is honed, ground, and measured; pistons are inspected, cleaned, and undergo UV crack testing

After approximately 10–12 business days, you will receive your reconditioned engine back.
Request the availability of the overhaul service now—free and without obligation.

Check compatibility and availability of engine B38 A15 A

Kindly complete the “request for quote” form. We will confirm whether the engine B38 A15 A matches your vehicle and provide you with detailed proposals for all the available options, whether you’re looking for a used engine, a reconditioned one, or prefer it bare or complete. Following this, you may proceed to place your order directly.
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" I'll assess the availability and verify the compatibility of the engine B38 A15 A using your vehicle's VIN before sending a detailed quote to your email.

Each engine is subject to another rigorous quality check prior to dispatch to ensure only those in prime condition are shipped from our warehouse.

Our exclusive partnership with the DB-Schenker delivery service enables us to offer engines at unbeatable prices and ensure the quickest possible delivery times. "

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" I'll assess the availability and verify the compatibility of the engine B38 A15 A using your vehicle's VIN before sending a detailed quote to your email.

Each engine is subject to another rigorous quality check prior to dispatch to ensure only those in prime condition are shipped from our warehouse.

Our exclusive partnership with the DB-Schenker delivery service enables us to offer engines at unbeatable prices and ensure the quickest possible delivery times. "

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Engine description:

  • Engine code: B38 A15 A, B38A15A
  • Engine condition: Rebuilt, Remanufactured or Used engine
  • Contents of delivery Bare engine (without attached parts) or a complete engine (depending on your choice)
  • Mileage: 0km (overhauled) or up to max 130,000km (details in the PDF offer)

Your benefits:

  • Security: 12 months warranty
  • Reliability: Engine specialist and wholesaler since 1993
  • Superior Quality: All engines are rigorously tested

Compatible vehicles with engine B38 A15 A:

  • Makes: BMW, MINI
  • Models: 1 Series F40, 2 Series F44, 2 Series F45, 2 Series F46, MINI CLUBMAN F54, MINI COUNTRYMAN F60, MINI F55, MINI F56, MINI F57, X1 F48, X2 F39
  • Motorization: 116i 109hp 80kW, 118i 136hp 100kW, 118i 140hp 103kW, 216i 102hp 75kW, 216i 109hp 80kW, 218i 136hp 100kW, 218i 140hp 103kW, 225 xe PluginHybrid 125hp 92kW, 225 xe PluginHybrid 136hp 100kW, 225 xe PluginHybrid 220hp 162kW, 225 xe PluginHybrid 224hp 165kW, Cooper 136hp 100kW, Cooper ALL4 136hp 100kW, Cooper SE ALL4 125hp 92kW, Cooper SE ALL4 136hp 100kW, Cooper SE ALL4 220hp 162kW, Cooper SE ALL4 224hp 165kW, One 102hp 75kW, One First 75hp 55kW, sDrive 18i 136hp 100kW, sDrive 18i 140hp 103kW, xDrive 25e PluginHybrid 125hp 92kW, xDrive 25e PluginHybrid 220hp 162kW
Detailed list of compatible vehicles

B38 A15 A Engine Technical Specifications & Compatibility.

Additional information

Engine Code

B38 A15 A, B38A15A
Make

BMW, MINI
Model

1 F40, 2 F44, 2 F45, 2 F46, MINI CLUBMAN F54, MINI COUNTRYMAN F60, MINI F55, MINI F56, MINI F57, X1 F48, X2 F39
Motorization

116i, 118i, 216i, 218i, 225 xe PluginHybrid, Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper SE ALL4, One, One First, sDrive 18i, xDrive 25e PluginHybrid
Power (hp)

136hp, 102hp, 109hp, 125hp, 140hp, 220hp, 224hp, 75hp
Power (kW)

100kW, 103kW, 162kW, 165kW, 55kW, 75kW, 80kW, 92kW
Fuel

Petrol
Number of Cylinders

3
Engine Capacity (ccm)

1499
Bore (mm)

82
Stroke (mm)

94.6
Number of Bearings

4
Number of Valves

12
Engine Charging

Exhaust Turbocharger, Turbo/Intercooler
Combustion

Petrol Engine
Fuel Mixture

Direct Injection
Engine Type

Straight
Cylinder Type

DOHC
Engine Management

Chain
Price Used Engine (€)

2209
Price Complete Engine (€)

3169
Price Engine Overhaul (€)

3169

About Us

  • Our firm, with its headquarters in Mittenwalde, Germany, has been a prominent distributor of used and reconditioned engines since 1993
  • As of June 2022, we've sold over 36,000 engines and transmissions, making us one of the world’s leading engine suppliers.
  • A significant portion of our sales are to intermediaries and automotive workshops, a testament to our competitive prices and dependable service.

Robust and durable B38 A15 A engine for BMW, MINI

  • Our used engines come from second-hand/accident-damaged vehicles (insurance). These are not repaired or makeshift engines.
  • That's why our engines are notably long-lasting and sturdy.

Thoroughly tested BMW, MINI B38 A15 A engine

  • The B38 A15 A, B38A15A engine undergoes a thorough inspection before sale:
  • Compression test (leakdown)
  • Endoscopic inspection, oil pan, cylinders,
  • Valve cover, crankshaft, camshaft, oil pump, etc., are all checked.
  • Detailed control procedures are available in the PDF offer.

Our service for the B38 A15 A engine

  • Depending on availability, we offer various B38 A15 A, B38A15A engines for your BMW, MINI:
  • A tested used bare engine without ancillary parts
  • A reconditioned engine reset to 0km
  • A complete engine with ancillary parts
  • Customer's engine reconditioning
  • Engine installation/mounting (This is no longer offered due to capacity reasons)

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Information about the BMW, MINI replacement engine B38 A15 A:

The B38 A15 A, B38A15A engine is used by the manufacturer BMW, MINI in the following models: 1 Series F40, 2 Series F44, 2 Series F45, 2 Series F46, MINI CLUBMAN F54, MINI COUNTRYMAN F60, MINI F55, MINI F56, MINI F57, X1 F48, X2 F39.

Engine type and performance:

Depending on the engine control unit, the Petrol engine B38 A15 A has an output of 136hp, 102hp, 109hp, 125hp, 140hp, 220hp, 224hp, 75hp, which is equivalent to 100kW, 103kW, 162kW, 165kW, 55kW, 75kW, 80kW, 92kW.

The 3-cylinder Exhaust Turbocharger engine is Water-cooled and produces a torque of Nm with a displacement of 1499ccm.

The 116i, 118i, 216i, 218i, 225 xe PluginHybrid, Cooper, Cooper ALL4, Cooper SE ALL4, One, One First, sDrive 18i, xDrive 25e PluginHybrid B38 A15 A engine features 12 valves, 4 bearings, and achieves a compression ratio of with a stroke of 94.6 mm and a bore of 82 mm.

It is a DOHC Petrol Engine Straight engine with Direct Injection, powered by a Chain.

Detailed list of compatible vehicles for the engine B38 A15 A:

Make Model Motorization
BMW1 (F40) [from 2019/07]116 i [109 hp, 80 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/11]
BMW1 (F40) [from 2019/07]118 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/11]
BMW1 (F40) [from 2019/07]118 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2019/07]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]216 i [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2015/02 to 2018/02]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]216 i [109 hp, 80 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]218 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/07]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]218 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]225 xe Plug-in-Hybrid [125 hp, 92 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/11]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]225 xe Plug-in-Hybrid [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/11]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]225 xe Plug-in-Hybrid [220 hp, 162 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/11]
BMW2 Active Tourer (F45) [from 2013/11]225 xe Plug-in-Hybrid [224 hp, 165 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/11]
BMW2 Active Tourer Van (F45) [from 2013/11]218 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMW2 Gran Coupe (F44) [from 2019/11]216 i [109 hp, 80 kW, 1499 cc, from 2022/05]
BMW2 Gran Coupe (F44) [from 2019/11]218 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/11]
BMW2 Gran Coupe (F44) [from 2019/11]218 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2019/11]
BMW2 Gran Tourer (F46) [from 2014/07]216 i [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/09 to 2018/02]
BMW2 Gran Tourer (F46) [from 2014/07]216 i [109 hp, 80 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMW2 Gran Tourer (F46) [from 2014/07]218 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2015/03]
BMW2 Gran Tourer (F46) [from 2014/07]218 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/04]
BMW2 Gran Tourer Van (F46) [from 2014/07]218 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMWX1 (F48) [from 2014/11]sDrive 18 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2015/11]
BMWX1 (F48) [from 2014/11]sDrive 18 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/07]
BMWX1 (F48) [from 2014/11]xDrive 25 e Plug-in-Hybrid [125 hp, 92 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/03]
BMWX1 (F48) [from 2014/11]xDrive 25 e Plug-in-Hybrid [220 hp, 162 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/03]
BMWX1 Van (F48) [from 2015/07]sDrive 18 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/07]
BMWX2 (F39) [from 2017/11]sDrive 18 i [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMWX2 (F39) [from 2017/11]sDrive 18 i [140 hp, 103 kW, 1499 cc, from 2018/03]
BMWX2 (F39) [from 2017/11]xDrive 25 e Plug-in-Hybrid [125 hp, 92 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/03]
BMWX2 (F39) [from 2017/11]xDrive 25 e Plug-in-Hybrid [220 hp, 162 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/03]
MINIMINI (F55) [from 2013/09]Cooper [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2013/09]
MINIMINI (F55) [from 2013/09]One First [75 hp, 55 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/11]
MINIMINI (F55) [from 2013/09]One [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/11]
MINIMINI (F56) [from 2013/12]Cooper [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2013/12]
MINIMINI (F56) [from 2013/12]One First [75 hp, 55 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/11]
MINIMINI (F56) [from 2013/12]One [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/11]
MINIMINI CLUBMAN (F54) [from 2014/11]Cooper [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/12]
MINIMINI CLUBMAN (F54) [from 2014/11]One [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2015/02]
MINIMINI Convertible (F57) [from 2014/11]Cooper [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2014/11]
MINIMINI Convertible (F57) [from 2014/11]One [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/11]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper ALL4 [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2016/10]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper SE ALL4 [125 hp, 92 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/07]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper SE ALL4 [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/01]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper SE ALL4 [220 hp, 162 kW, 1499 cc, from 2020/07]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper SE ALL4 [224 hp, 165 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/01]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]Cooper [136 hp, 100 kW, 1499 cc, from 2016/10]
MINIMINI COUNTRYMAN (F60) [from 2016/10]One [102 hp, 75 kW, 1499 cc, from 2017/07]

FAQ:

The quickest way is to fill out the “request for quote” form. Please provide the engine code B38 A15 A and your VIN number so we can accurately identify the engine that is compatible with your vehicle. You will swiftly receive a detailed offer in PDF format via email. If everything matches, you can then proceed with the order.

It depends on the inventory. We sell B38 A15 A engines either complete or bare. The complete engines come with spare parts included.

The engine is compatible with the following make and models:
BMW, MINI | 1 Series F40, 2 Series F44, 2 Series F45, 2 Series F46, MINI CLUBMAN F54, MINI COUNTRYMAN F60, MINI F55, MINI F56, MINI F57, X1 F48, X2 F39

To be certain, you should provide us with your VIN number so we can verify the engine’s compatibility.

The contents of the delivery vary depending on the engine. For the complete engine, we deliver the engine block with the cylinder head, valve cover, oil pan, and the injection system, turbocharger, alternator, manifold, wiring harness, etc. For the bare engine without ancillary parts, we deliver the engine block with the cylinder head, valve cap, and oil pan.

  • The contents of the delivery may vary. Please check the exact contents of the delivery in the PDF offer.

The mileage depends on the condition of the engine. The overhauled engine has been reset to 0km. The mileage of the used engine can vary. Make a brief inquiry on our website, and you will receive a detailed offer with precise mileage information.

The following parts are replaced with NEW ones:

  • Valves
  • Valve stem seals
  • Piston rings
  • Connecting rod bearings and main bearings
  • Oil pump
  • Timing chain with tensioner

Additional revision steps:

  • The camshaft and crankshaft are measured, polished, checked for cracks, and ultrasonically cleaned.
  • The cylinder head is measured, leveled, and ultrasonically cleaned.
  • The block is planed, sanded, and measured.
  • Pistons are inspected, cleaned, and subjected to UV crack testing.
  • Leakdown tests

✅ We can, of course, also overhaul your faulty engine.

FULL SERVICE:

We handle everything in-house, from engine overhauling to marketing and web design. This cuts down on many costs.

EFFICIENT USE OF OUR MACHINES:

Our processes are finely tuned, ensuring no downtime. Our machines and staff are fully utilized.

OPTIMIZED TASK DISTRIBUTION:

Each person works solely within their area of expertise. For instance, we have different specialists for various makes/types of engines. This saves a significant amount of time and enhances quality.

Yes, sometimes. The deposit varies depending on the engine.

The price of the engine varies depending on the engine’s condition:

Used engine: 2209 €

Complete engine: 3169 €

Overhauled engine: €

Engine Overhaul: 3169 €

Please note: Prices and availability are provided for guidance only!

Make an inquiry on the website to receive a detailed and final offer.

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