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2015 BMW M3
$62,000 - $62,000Starting MSRP
Black Sapphire Metallic
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
20 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Manual w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
BMW had two, seemingly divergent goals that needed to be met with the new M3. The new car had to be both faster and easier to live with, making more power than the previous model, but also getting better fuel economy. BMW tackled the problem by...
What’s new in the 2015 model?
While previous iterations of the M3 were sold in both 2 and 4-door forms, the 2015 M3 is only offered in 4-door trim. Coupe versions have been rena...
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Exterior
Black Sapphire Metallic
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Mineral Gray Metallic
Sakhir Orange Metallic
Silverstone Metallic
Alpine White
Mineral White Metallic
Austin Yellow Metallic
Specs
EPA Classification: Compact Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6
Displacement: 3.0 L/182
Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 425 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 406 @ 1850
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: ZMT
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.11
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.32
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.54
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.18
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.85
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.73
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.46
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1):
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 26
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 900
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 210
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3540
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 15
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 14.6
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P255/40YR18
Rear Tire Size: P275/40YR18
Spare Tire Size:
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 9
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 10
Spare Wheel Size (in):
Front Wheel Material: Forged Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Forged Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 40
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 15.9
Wheelbase (in): 110.7
Length, Overall (in): 184.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.9
Height, Overall (in): 56.1
Track Width, Front (in): 62.2
Track Width, Rear (in): 63.1
Trunk Volume (ft³): 12
Passenger Capacity: 5
Front Head Room (in): 40.3
Front Leg Room (in): 42
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Second Head Room (in): 37.7
Second Leg Room (in): 35.1
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Vehicle Name: BMW M3
Body Style: Sedan
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 8.9 (Est)
Pricing
This model has 1 different trims.
MSRP
$62,000
Invoice
$57,540
Description
3.0 L/182, 425 @ 5500, Manual w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 1 different trims.
City
17 MPG
Hwy
26 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Description
3.0 L/182, 425 @ 5500, Manual w/OD
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