BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 — Reliability

F45 2014–2021 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine B38 — 72/100 ACCEPTABLE
Known Issues 3

Engine in this model

ACCEPTABLE 72

B38

1.5L Turbo I3

Budget modern BMW. Reliable but not exciting. 136hp adequate for city. Limited tuning.

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Timing chain wear (rare — oil dependent) B38 moderate 120,000 km – 180,000 km
Intake valve carbon buildup (DI) B38 minor 80,000 km – 150,000 km
Wastegate rattle (cold start) B38 minor 30,000 km – ∞