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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer F45 and Gran Tourer F46 (2014-2022): known problems and buying guide

Built
2014–2018
Median price
€11,500
Listings
2,337
Running cost per month
€394–€443
Power
102–192 PS (75–141 kW)
Reliability
2/5
DIY
2/5

A roomy family MPV with real weak spots, so prefer a well-serviced car and check the petrol timing chain, the diesel EGR system and the gearbox first.

All versions

VariantRunning cost per monthMedian priceListingsFuelEngine codesGearboxProduction years
218d Gran Tourer, 150 PS, 8-speed automatic Research€417€11,499406Diesel B47C20BAutomatic (8)2014–2018
218d Gran Tourer, 150 PS, 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Research€419€11,499406Diesel B47C20BAutomatic (8)2015–2018
220d Gran Tourer, 190 PS, 8-speed automatic Research€425€13,350349Diesel B47C20BAutomatic (8)2014–2018
220d Gran Tourer, 190 PS, 8-speed automatic, all-wheel drive Research€440€13,350349Diesel B47C20BAutomatic (8)2014–2018
218i Gran Tourer, 136 PS, 6-speed manual Research€421€9,990300Petrol (98) B38A15AManual (6)2014–2018
218i Gran Tourer, 136 PS, 6-speed automatic Research€424€12,750254Petrol (98) B38A15AAutomatic (6)2014–2018
216d Gran Tourer, 116 PS, 6-speed manual Research€394€8,900193Diesel B37C15AManual (6)2014–2018
218d Gran Tourer, 150 PS, 6-speed manual Research€414€9,900193Diesel B47C20BManual (6)2014–2018
218d Gran Tourer, 150 PS, 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive Research€424€9,900193Diesel B47C20BManual (6)2015–2018
220i Gran Tourer, 192 PS, 8-speed automatic Research€443€14,444174Petrol (98) B48A20AAutomatic (8)2014–2018
216d Gran Tourer, 116 PS, 6-speed automatic Research€402€10,00073Diesel B37C15AAutomatic (6)2015–2018
216i Gran Tourer, 102 PS, 6-speed manual Research€426€10,39054Petrol (98) B38A15AManual (6)2015–2018

At a glance

  • Years: 2014 to 2022. The F45 arrived in 2014, the F46 in 2015.
  • Reliability: 2/5. Timing chains, diesel EGR systems and gearboxes are the weak points.
  • DIY: 2/5. Chain, EGR and gearbox work need a BMW-capable scanner and a workshop.
  • Prefer: a facelift car with a full service record and proof of timing chain, EGR and gearbox oil work.
  • Avoid: early manual B38 cars built to March 2015, and diesels with no EGR or DPF history.

Engines and gearboxes

  • 1.5 B38 petrol (B38A15A, B38A15F; 216i, 218i, 225xe): timing chain and the early crankshaft bearing are in the table.
  • 2.0 B48 petrol (B48A20A, B48A20B; 220i, 225i): the timing chain is in the table.
  • 1.5 B37 diesel (B37C15A; 214d, 216d): EGR, DPF, injector and VTG faults are in the table.
  • 2.0 B47 diesel (B47C20B; 218d, 220d): its guide covers the EGR cooler, EGR valve, turbo, injectors and DPF; the timing chain is in the table. See the BMW B47 diesel.
  • 225xe plug-in hybrid: no hybrid fault is confirmed; the battery recall is in the Recalls table.

Known issues

Issue Affects Typical km Repair cost
Timing chain (B38, B48 and B47) B38A15A/B38A15F, B48A20A/B48A20B, B47C20B B38/B48 from 100,000 km; B47 from 200,000 km 1,450-1,890 EUR (B38), 1,690-2,190 EUR (B48), 1,890-2,490 EUR (B47); diagnosis 89-149 EUR (Germany, 2026, KFZ Dietrich)
B38 crankshaft thrust bearing B38, manual, to March 2015 (AUTO BILD) or April 2015 (Gebrauchtwagenberater) Not stated No confirmed price
B37 diesel: EGR, DPF and injectors B37C15A (214d, 216d) EGR 30,000-40,000 km; injectors 60,000-100,000 km (Auto.ru) No confirmed price

Before you buy

  1. Cold start: listen for a metallic rattle. A BMW-capable scanner reads the chain adaptation and codes P0008, P0016, P0017, P0341. Bad result: a rattle, a chain check overdue after 100,000 km, or no chain record.
  2. Check the build date and gearbox. Bad result: a manual B38 built to March 2015 with no proof of the BMW service action.
  3. On a B37 diesel, ask for the EGR, DPF and injector history. A scanner reads the values. Bad result: a clogged EGR, a DPF warning, or no work record.
  4. Ask a BMW dealer to check open campaigns for the VIN. Bad result: an open campaign.

Running costs

Operational€158
Workshop€107
Fixed costs (tax, insurance)€154
Total per month€419
New-car depreciation (not included)€88

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

Market

Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.

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Listings
2,337
25th percentile
€9,395
Median price
€11,500
75th percentile
€13,981
Median mileage
130,000 km
Median first registration
2016
Dealer share
77.8%
Price at 100,000 km
€13,240

To check a listing's price, open its variant in the table above. Each variant page has a price check.

In detail

Timing chain (B38, B48 and B47)

KFZ Dietrich reports a cold-start rattle and checks the chain from 100,000 km on the B38 and B48. Two other German guides call the chain an occasional weak point, mostly on cars with missed services and many short trips. The chain stretches and the tensioner weakens. A scanner can show P0008, P0016, P0017 and P0341. Limp mode can follow at about 2 mm elongation, or 1.8 percent. Auto.ru puts B47 replacement at 200,000 km or later.

Fix: chain, tensioner, guides and sprockets as a set.

Cost: 1,450-1,890 EUR (B38), 1,690-2,190 EUR (B48), 1,890-2,490 EUR (B47); diagnosis 89-149 EUR. Net, Germany, 2026, KFZ Dietrich.

Sources: KFZ Dietrich, CarWiki, Gebrauchtwagenberater

B38 crankshaft thrust bearing

The crankshaft thrust bearing can wear and damage the engine on the 216i and 218i. AUTO BILD gives March 2015; Gebrauchtwagenberater gives April 2015. BMW ran a service action.

Fix: the service action. No confirmed price.

Sources: AUTO BILD, Gebrauchtwagenberater, CarWiki

B37 diesel: EGR, DPF and injectors

KFZ Dietrich reports a coked EGR valve, a leaking cooler, a loaded DPF, a sticking VTG actuator with power loss or limp mode, and failing injectors. Auto.ru puts EGR clogging at 30,000-40,000 km and injectors at 60,000-100,000 km; KFZ Dietrich checks from 80,000 km.

Fix: clean or replace the EGR valve and cooler, DPF, VTG actuator and injectors. No confirmed price.

Sources: KFZ Dietrich, Auto.ru pre-facelift, Auto.ru Gran Tourer

Recalls

Country Code Years What is done
Germany (press reports) not given Built 20.01.2020 to 18.09.2020 225xe battery: a weld bead can short-circuit. BMW recalls.

Check open campaigns for your VIN with a BMW dealer.

Maintenance

  • Timing chain: KFZ Dietrich advises a listen for a cold-start rattle and a check from 100,000 km; use the oil grade in the book.
  • Diesel: short trips load the DPF and EGR. KFZ Dietrich checks EGR, DPF and injectors from 80,000 km.

Sources

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