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2015 Bmw M235i

The 2015 Bmw M235i is a compact car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2015 Bmw M235i
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$48,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBmw
ModelM235i
Model year2015
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG21
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe361 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
M235i25 MPG combined
M235i22 MPG combined
M235i Convertible25 MPG combined
M235i Convertible22 MPG combined
M235i xDrive23 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City21 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

M235i25 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 21% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$845/mo
Amount financed
$43,200
Total interest
$7,515
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW24V288000 · 2024-04-24

    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.

    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.

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:HEAD25V871000 · 2025-12-17

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive), and 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i, M235i 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.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 12, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Bmw M235i?

The 2015 Bmw M235i is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway).

Is the 2015 Bmw M235i reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Bmw M235i. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Bmw M235i?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Bmw M235i costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Bmw M235i?

The 2015 Bmw M235i is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC