Base véhicules
BMW i8
I12 / 2014-2020 / 2-door Coupe / Roadster / Coupe / Roadster
Global (markets with hybrid vehicle regulations, including EU, USA, Japan)Global (Europe, USA, Asia, others)Global excluding certain restricted markets; mainly Europe, North America, China, AustraliaCouverture: expanded
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2014 BMW i8 B38K15T0/Synchronous electric motor (I12)
I12 / B38K15T0, Synchronous electric motor / Plug-in hybrid powertrain with a 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine (engine code B38K15T0) combined with a synchronous electric motor driving the front axle.
GoldOpen details
Type d’huile: BMW Longlife-01 FE approved synthetic oilCapacité d’huile: Approximately 5.7 liters total, including filter; service-fill capacity recommendedRelated: B38K15T0 (petrol engine), I12 (chassis code)
2017 BMW i8 B38K15T0 (petrol)/Electric Motor (synchronous) (I12)
I12 / B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous) / Combined 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol engine with electric motor in plug-in hybrid setup
GoldOpen details
Type d’huile: BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30Capacité d’huile: 4.5 liters service-fill including filter changeRelated: B38K15T0 engine code, I12 chassis code
2020 BMW i8 B38A15T1 (3-cylinder turbo petrol)/BMW eDrive electric motor (I12)
I12 / B38A15T1 (3-cylinder turbo petrol), BMW eDrive electric motor / Plug-in hybrid powertrain combining a 1.5L turbocharged 3-cylinder petrol engine (B38A15T1) with a rear-mounted electric motor; total system output approximately 369 hp and 420 Nm torque.
GoldOpen details
Type d’huile: BMW Longlife-01 FE SAE 0W-20 syntheticCapacité d’huile: Approximately 4.0 liters including filter; use service-fill volume with filter changeRelated: B38A15T1, I12 chassis
Codes moteur par année
| Année | Version | Codes moteur | Cylindrée | Système carburant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | technical-profile | B38K15T0, Synchronous electric motor | 1499 cc (1.5 L) | Direct injection turbocharged petrol engine with electric hybrid system |
| 2017 | technical-profile | B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous) | 1499 cc | Direct Injection Turbocharged petrol engine paired with electric drive |
| 2020 | technical-profile | B38A15T1 (3-cylinder turbo petrol), BMW eDrive electric motor | 1499 cc petrol engine | Direct fuel injection with turbocharging |
Capacité d’huile par moteur
| Année | Codes moteur | Type d’huile | Capacité d’huile | Fluide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | B38K15T0, Synchronous electric motor | BMW Longlife-01 FE approved synthetic oil | Approximately 5.7 liters total, including filter; service-fill capacity recommended | BMW-approved specific ATF (consult manual for model-specific fluid) |
| 2017 | B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous) | BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30 | 4.5 liters service-fill including filter change | BMW ATF synthetic fluid specified per service manual |
| 2020 | B38A15T1 (3-cylinder turbo petrol), BMW eDrive electric motor | BMW Longlife-01 FE SAE 0W-20 synthetic | Approximately 4.0 liters including filter; use service-fill volume with filter change | BMW ATF synthetic automatic transmission fluid |
Spécifications techniques
- Moteurs: B38K15T0, Synchronous electric motor, B38K15T0 (petrol), Electric Motor (synchronous), B38A15T1 (3-cylinder turbo petrol), BMW eDrive electric motor
- Transmissions: No manual transmission option; 6-speed automatic (Aisin) for petrol engine coupled with electric motor, 6-speed automatic single-clutch transmission integrated with petrol engine, BMW-approved specific ATF (consult manual for model-specific fluid), No manual transmission available, 6-speed automatic (for petrol engine) + eDrive automatic integration, BMW ATF synthetic fluid specified per service manual, No manual transmission offered; automatic only, 6-speed automatic (petrol engine to front wheels) integrated with hybrid drive system
- Dimensions des pneus: Front 215/45 R20, Rear 245/40 R20, Front: 215/45 R20, Rear: 245/40 R20
- Entraxe: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Couple de roue: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluides et données de service
- Huile moteur: BMW Longlife-01 FE approved synthetic oil / BMW Longlife-01 FE synthetic 5W-30 / BMW Longlife-01 FE SAE 0W-20 synthetic
- Fluide de transmission: BMW-approved specific ATF (consult manual for model-specific fluid) / BMW ATF synthetic fluid specified per service manual / BMW ATF synthetic automatic transmission fluid
- Liquide de refroidissement: Circa 6.5 liters (combined engine and electric system cooling) / Approx. 7 liters (combined engine and e-drive cooling circuits) / Approx. 5 liters
- Liquide de frein: DOT 4, replace every 2 years / DOT 4 with min. boiling point 230°C / DOT 4 high performance brake fluid
Problèmes connus
- High voltage battery degradation after many years
- Carbon buildup in direct injection engine
- Coolant leaks in electric cooling system
- Battery degradation in extreme climates
- High voltage system maintenance costs
- High-voltage battery degradation in hot climates
- Brake system wear due to regenerative braking specifics