Diesel · 2015–2022
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All about the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46)All about the 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37) engine
The 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37) engine was fitted to the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46) (2015–2022). In the EU that is 19.3 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.5 116 hp.
The most expensive known risk is timing chain stretch at high mileage (rear-mounted, rare): it usually appears at 180,000–300,000 km and costs €1,500–3,500 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Often none; coolant loss without a visible leak, white smoke or a burning smell
Fix: Have a BMW / MINI dealer check by VIN whether a recall is open; the EGR cooler or module is replaced free of charge
Signs: Power loss, rough idle, limp mode or EGR fault codes; worse with short city trips
Fix: Clean or replace the EGR valve and clean the intake
Signs: DPF warning, frequent or failed regenerations, power loss or limp mode
Fix: Check the differential pressure sensor first, then forced regeneration, cleaning or replacement
Signs: Metallic rattle from the gearbox end of the engine, mostly at cold start
Fix: Check chain stretch at the first noise; replace chain, guides and tensioner (engine or gearbox must come out); keep oil intervals short
Signs: Strong vibration at idle through the steering wheel and pedals, knock when pulling away
Fix: Replace the worn engine / gearbox mounts
Signs: Shimmy under braking
Fix: Replace bushes / arms
Signs: Harsh ride; expensive to replace
Fix: Budget accordingly
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
Signs: Harsh shifts
Fix: Repair; keep oil changes at 60,000 km
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (F46) with the 1.5d 3-cyl (BMW / MINI B37) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel1,496 cm³ · 85 kW (116 hp) | 18.5 % | 2015–2022 | 125 g/km | 5.1 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
The faults with the highest risk: timing chain stretch at high mileage (rear-mounted, rare) (180,000–300,000 km, €1,500–3,500); DPF clogging on short-trip cars (100,000–220,000 km, €150–1,500); EGR valve and intake soot build-up (80,000–180,000 km, €300–700).
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026