Overview & Reviews

Only some subtle changes to standard and optional equipment are in store for the 2015 BMW 3 Series. Most notably, Bluetooth audio connectivity is now standard across the model line and heated front seats, navigation and a sunroof may be ordered as a stand-alone options.

• Upscale interior with straightforward controls and spacious seating.
• Excellent ride and handling balance
• Powerful and fuel-efficient engines

• Automatic stop-start system is intrusive.
• ActiveHybrid 3 lacks typical hybrid efficiency

User Reviews:

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  328d - a BMW with the mpg of a geek box - 2015 BMW 3-Series
  By gary patterson - September 18 - 11:09 pm

  If you drive a lot, youll love the comfort, handling and mpg...and with diesel youll save enough to pay for it. I cannot believe Im getting 37.5 mpg combined in a BMW. Im getting 48 mpg on the freeway...75mph with the a/c on. I went from $75 for a tank of premium to $30 for a tank of diesel (yes,its $1/gallon less) in Los Angeles...and im now filling up once per week, compared to every 4-5 days. Fit and finish is German. Instruments laid out as expected. Drink holders actually work in this model. Could use storage under front seat, but lack of spare tire (run flats) gives enough extra space in the car...just not up front. iDrive system works well, and short cut buttons on the dash come in handy. Will store 3 drivers information (radio presets, seats, short cut buttons, climate preference...really slick.) If you cannot find something to listen to, youre not trying...cd,radio, satellite, bluetooth, usb. Backup camera works well with sensors.

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  Update on Gotta Have It? - 2015 BMW 3-Series
  By Donald Noveau - July 31 - 10:04 am

  Yes, Gotta have it. There is a real break-in period. There are noticeable improvements in shifting smoothness ( 6 spd manual), although maybe its me that is breaking in to the car. This car is plenty fast (for me, anyway) and a great, quiet cruiser. Just for fun, I reset the computer after getting on 95 for a trip up to NJ. With a steady 70 mph on cruise control, the consumption was an average of 43 mpg over approx. 100 miles. Granted, that is purely just a 70 mph cruise with no stopping or much accelerating, except for tolls and pit stops, but it is an eye-opener when you look at that display. Around the suburban area where I live, the mileage hovers around 30 mpg. My usual drive mode is 1st, 2nd, 3rd, then 6th gears, revving to about 3000-3500 in 1st and 2nd. Not exactly a feather foot.

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  Woth the price! - 2015 BMW 3-Series
  By del21 - June 26 - 3:40 pm

  I downgraded power from a 2011 328i sedan to a 2015 320i sedan. Not much is lost with the power for the price. The 2015 320i is more of a comfortable ride and the interior styling is very luxurious. I think for the price the 320 beats the 328 and the power is still there with the turbo added.

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  Excellence Throughout - 2015 BMW 3-Series
  By smoothsailing1 - December 16 - 10:08 pm

  This car has met or exceeded my expectations in every category. It provides outstanding performance, excellence MPG (38 mpg on first trip of 55, 65 and 70 mph while in comfort mode), the navigation system is excellence, blue tooth setup and streaming is perfect, seats are very comfortable, and the styling continues to be one of the most beautiful on the road. If you are looking for a entry level sport sedan that does everything well while maintaining the right balance between performance and luxury, you can not go wrong with the 2015 BMW 3 series. This vehicle is a blast to drive, while at the same time providing all the technology and creature comforts any one could desire!

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  No one talks about the 320..... - 2015 BMW 3-Series
  By bimmer320ix - September 18 - 5:38 pm

  ....but someone ought to. No neck-snapping acceleration, especially with the ix version. More than ample power, however. Most importantly, fuel consumption in hybrid territory. Just did a quick (average speed 68.2 mph) Philly-Washington, DC round trip including stop-and-go on both ends. Less than a half tank of gas, 39.1 mpg according to the meter. No, I wasnt drafting 18-wheelers.