BMW 1 Series 114i Engine Replacement Compare Prices & Get Quotes

A BMW 1 Series 114i engine replacement typically costs £1,695-£2,600 for a reconditioned or rebuilt N13B16A unit supply-only. With supply and fit, expect £2,500-£3,800 depending on the specialist and location.

• Used N13B16A engines: £1,250-£1,600
• Reconditioned N13B16A: £1,695-£2,100
• Rebuilt N13B16A with warranty: £1,900-£2,600

The most common warning signs of N13 timing chain failure in a BMW 1 Series 114i include a rattling noise from the engine on cold start (the "death rattle"), rough idling, poor engine performance, and in later stages, the engine management light illuminating.

• Rattling noise lasting 1-2 seconds on cold start is the earliest warning
• Ignoring the rattle can lead to chain skipping or snapping
• A snapped timing chain on an N13 engine usually means catastrophic engine damage

A 2012-2015 BMW 1 Series 114i is typically valued at £3,000-£7,000. If your 114i is worth under £4,000, a full rebuilt engine may not be economically viable - consider a used engine or scrap the car. If your car is worth £5,000+ (low mileage, M Sport spec, good condition), a reconditioned engine with warranty is a sound investment.

• Vehicle value is the key factor in the decision
• Used engines offer a budget-friendly alternative
• Rebuilt engines with warranty suit owners keeping the car 2+ years

A BMW 1 Series 114i engine replacement typically takes 2-3 days for a specialist to complete, including removal of the old N13 unit and fitting the replacement. Timing chain replacement alone (without full engine removal) can be completed in 1-2 days.

• Supply-only: engine delivered next working day in many cases
• Supply and fit: allow 2-3 working days
• Mobile fitting options available through some specialists

Both the BMW 114i and 116i use the same N13 family of 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engines, but with different power outputs. The 114i produces 102 hp (75 kW), while the 116i produces 136 hp (100 kW). The underlying engine block and many components are shared, but the 116i has a different ECU map and potentially different turbo hardware.

• Same N13 engine family - many parts are interchangeable
• 114i: 102 hp, 180 Nm torque
• 116i: 136 hp, 220 Nm torque

Yes - every rebuilt BMW 1 Series 114i engine supplied through EnginesMarket comes with a minimum 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty. This covers the engine against manufacturing defects and component failure, giving you peace of mind when investing in a replacement N13 unit.

• 12-month warranty is standard on all rebuilt engines
• Some specialists offer extended warranty options
• Always confirm exact warranty terms with your chosen supplier