This OEM turbocharger with part number
1165 9488 206 is the matching forced induction component for BMW B38 1.5L three-cylinder gasoline engines, compatible with multiple BMW and Mini models equipped with B38 power assemblies. The product maintains stable sales volume and continuous repeat orders in the global BMW aftermarket, widely stocked by professional BMW repair shops and cross-border auto parts wholesalers, and supports one-stop bundled procurement together with turbo installation gaskets, oil feed pipes, oil return hoses and complete turbo overhaul kits.
Premium power boosting assembly for centralized bulk procurement
This turbo unit is fixed on the exhaust manifold of B38 engines, with electronic wastegate actuator for precise boost pressure control. It endures long-term high-temperature exhaust erosion, high-speed rotor friction and continuous engine vibration during daily driving. Common aging failures of old turbos include bearing wear, shaft oil leakage, turbine carbon accumulation and actuator signal failure.
A defective turbo will lead to insufficient vehicle power, slow throttle response, blue exhaust smoke during cold startup, abnormal whistling noise from the engine compartment, excessive engine oil consumption and boost pressure fault codes stored in ECU. Most buyers place unified bulk orders together with matched sealing fittings to cut procurement and logistics costs, securing stable profit margins and low year-round inventory pressure for distributors.
100% OEM dimensional, structural and electrical parameter matching, direct bolt-on installation without modification
Manufactured strictly in accordance with BMW original factory technical standards. The turbine housing outline, exhaust manifold mounting hole layout, oil inlet/outlet port position, electronic actuator plug pin definition and impeller size are fully consistent with genuine 11659488206, interchange cross-reference OE codes include 11657633795, 11659895980 for compatible replacement.
No cutting, pipeline refitting or ECU program rewriting is required after replacement. It perfectly fits the original reserved installation position of B38 engine vehicles, matches factory intake and exhaust pipeline layout, and greatly shortens turbo disassembly and maintenance working hours.
Main applicable models: BMW 1 Series F20/F21 116i/118i, 2 Series F22/F23 218i, 3 Series F30/F31 318i, 4 Series F32/F36 418i; Mini F54/F55/F56/F57 Cooper with B38 engine
Matching power unit: B38A15A / B38B15A 1.5L three-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine
Installation position: Turbocharger mounted on engine exhaust manifold, electronic wastegate control structure
Optimized durable structural design