DecodedCars2015 BMW M
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 21 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 36 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 BMW M is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway), 5% better than the 2015 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2015
- Engine added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 17 to 25
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 M →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M235i Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 31 / 25 | +5% | $3,300 | 361 |
| M235i Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -7% | $3,750 | 410 |
| M4 Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -16% | $4,100 | 440 |
| M3 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -24% | $4,100 | 440 |
| M4 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -24% | $4,100 | 440 |
| M3 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -28% | $4,350 | 459 |
| M4 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -28% | $4,350 | 459 |
| M4 Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -20% | $4,350 | 459 |
| M6 Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -28% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M6 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -28% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M6 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -35% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -34% | $4,850 | 516 |
| M6 Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -32% | $5,150 | 553 |
| M6 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -32% | $5,150 | 553 |
| M6 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -39% | $5,150 | 553 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -38% | $5,150 | 553 |
| X5 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 549 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 549 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 BMW M.
Similar 2015 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 BMW M (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Land Rover Range Rover | 24 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2015 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2015 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Porsche Macan | 19 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2015 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2015 Volvo XC60 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW M.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2015 BMW M is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2015 BMW M in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2015 BMW M buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 BMW M. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other M years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or BMW. How we calculate this →