2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12)

I12 / 2-door Coupe / Roadster / Global (Europe, USA, Asia, others)

B38K15T0 (petrol)Electric Motor (synchronous)Exact year/trim recordGold

Engine identity

Engine code

B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous)

Engine summary

Combined 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine with electric motor in plug-in hybrid setup

Displacement

1499 cc

Power

369 hp combined (231 hp petrol + 141 hp electric)

Torque

570 Nm combined (320 Nm petrol + 250 Nm electric)

Fuel system

Direct Injection Turbocharged petrol engine paired with electric drive

Timing drive

Chain driven valvetrain

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Oil type

BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30

Oil capacity

4.5 liters service-fill including filter change

Coolant

Approx. 7 liters (combined engine and e-drive cooling circuits)

Fluid

BMW ATF synthetic fluid specified per service manual

Differential fluid

Limited slip differential with manufacturer specified fluid

Brake fluid

DOT 4 with min. boiling point 230°C

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

No manual transmission available

Automatic transmission

6-speed automatic (for petrol engine) + eDrive automatic integration

Spark plugs

BMW part (specific iridium plugs for B38 turbo engine)

Service interval

Typically every 15,000 km or 1 year (whichever earlier), hybrid system checks vary by market

Tire sizes

Front: 215/45 R20, Rear: 245/40 R20

Wheel torque

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Common and chronic problems

Battery degradation in extreme climates
High voltage system maintenance costs

First checks

Battery state of health
Hybrid system cooling efficiency
Turbo system condition

Before replacing parts

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2017 model year includes both coupe and roadster configurations with minor technical updates
Exact power output may vary slightly with regional market emission requirements

Common codes

Source and verification notes

BMW official technical specifications 2017 i8 global release
Verified third-party technical reviews and repair manuals covering 2017 BMW i8

Compatible tools

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FAQ

What engine code does the 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) use? 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) is listed here with engine code B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous); engine summary: Combined 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine with electric motor in plug-in hybrid setup.
What oil and capacity does the 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) use? 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) is listed with BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30 and oil capacity 4.5 liters service-fill including filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) problems? Highlighted checks for 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12): Battery degradation in extreme climates, High voltage system maintenance costs.

Engine identity

Engine code

B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous)

Engine summary

Combined 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine with electric motor in plug-in hybrid setup

Displacement

1499 cc

Power

369 hp combined (231 hp petrol + 141 hp electric)

Torque

570 Nm combined (320 Nm petrol + 250 Nm electric)

Fuel system

Direct Injection Turbocharged petrol engine paired with electric drive

Timing drive

Chain driven valvetrain

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Oil type

BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30

Oil capacity

4.5 liters service-fill including filter change

Coolant

Approx. 7 liters (combined engine and e-drive cooling circuits)

Fluid

BMW ATF synthetic fluid specified per service manual

Differential fluid

Limited slip differential with manufacturer specified fluid

Brake fluid

DOT 4 with min. boiling point 230°C

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

No manual transmission available

Automatic transmission

6-speed automatic (for petrol engine) + eDrive automatic integration

Spark plugs

BMW part (specific iridium plugs for B38 turbo engine)

Service interval

Typically every 15,000 km or 1 year (whichever earlier), hybrid system checks vary by market

Tire sizes

Front: 215/45 R20, Rear: 245/40 R20

Wheel torque

Verify by VIN and market

FAQ

What engine code does the 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) use? 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) is listed here with engine code B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous); engine summary: Combined 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine with electric motor in plug-in hybrid setup.

What oil and capacity does the 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) use? 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) is listed with BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30 and oil capacity 4.5 liters service-fill including filter change. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12) problems? Highlighted checks for 2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12): Battery degradation in extreme climates, High voltage system maintenance costs.

2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes

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2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes