2015 BMW M3 Sedan 7DCT
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- Photo: 2018 BMW M3 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW M3 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Side View - 2015 BMW M3 (15818976420) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 BMW M3 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: DSC03040 (13999318479) by CANNIK, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2015 BMW M3 Sedan 7DCT is a 425-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 sedan with a 7-speed m double clutch transmission and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $62,000 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 425 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 406 lb-ft of torque at 1850-5500 rpm, spinning to a 7,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The M3 measures 184.5 inches long on a 110.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,595 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $62,000 ($85,021 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $62,925 ($86,290 *) |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline-6 TwinPower Turbo (S55B30T0); VALVETRONIC; Double-VANOS |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 425 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft @ 1850-5500 rpm |
| Redline | 7,600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve, VALVETRONIC, Double-VANOS |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.0 x 89.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | High Precision Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Active M Differential |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission (M-DCT) |
| 1st Gear | 4.806 (36 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.593 (67 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.701 (102 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.277 (136 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1 (174 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.844 (206 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.671 (259 mph **) |
| Reverse | 4.172 |
| Final Drive | 3.462 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 15.8 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | M sport suspension |
| Rear Suspension | M sport suspension |
| Turning Diameter | 40 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 15.0 in (ventilated compound) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.6 in (ventilated compound) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9J x 18" |
| Wheels Rear | 10J x 18" |
| Tires Front | 255/40 ZR18 |
| Tires Rear | 275/40 ZR18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.5 in |
| Width | 73.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.7 in |
| Front Track | 62.2 in |
| Rear Track | 63.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,595 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 52.2% / 47.8% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2015 BMW M3 4 DR RWD).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW M3. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 24, 2024 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive, M4), and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Consequence: An inflator that ruptures may cause sharp metal fragments to enter or exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, an inflator that leaks gas may only partially inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 24V288000
Sep 9, 2016 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016 BMW M2 Coupe vehicles, 2015-2017 M3 Sedan vehicles and 2015-2016 M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible vehicles. During servicing of the rear differential for a prior service action, the rear sub-frame bolts may have been reused instead of being replaced. Reuse of the existing bolts may cause the bolts to loosen.
Consequence: Loose rear sub-frame bolts may adversely affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear sub-frame bolts with new bolts, free of charge. The recall began on November 3, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 16V653000
Nov 23, 2015 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 M3 Sedan vehicles manufactured May 30, 2015, to September 2, 2015, 2016 M4 Coupe vehicles manufactured July 3, 2015, to September 11, 2015, and 2015-2016 M4 Convertible vehicles manufactured May 29, 2015, to August 4, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driveshaft with a slip-joint that may not have been filled with grease. As a result, the slip-joint may fail over time.
Consequence: If the slip-joint fails, there would be a loss of power to the rear axle and therefore the vehicle would stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driveshaft, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
NHTSA campaign 15V782000
4 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 BMW M3
Owner Complaints
4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 BMW M3. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 BMW M3. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.