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2015 BMW M4 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Here comes the convertible, and you’re going to pay—in price as well as pounds. While monumental efforts were made to trim down the curb weight of the M3 and M4 (making this the first version to show up to showrooms less portly than its predecessor), the convertible version of the M4 crosses the 4,000-pound barrier, an unforgivable sin for an M. In fact, the privilege of dropping your top means you’re adding more than 500 pounds to your M4, and that’s a difference you’ll feel. That’s more than the typical full passenger load’s worth of extra tonnage.
But the regular-old 2-door M4 is a comparatively svelte 3,530 thanks to its carbon-fiber roof, trunk, seats, driveshaft and strut brace. Thankfully, both versions should motivate adequately, since BMW saw fit to stuff a souped-up version of its twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline 6 under the bulging hood of the new M4. What’s the recipe for success in improving what’s already one of the best engines in the industry? 18.1 psi of boost from the dual single-scroll turbos, iron-plasma cylinder bore surfaces, closed-deck construction and a big liquid-to-air intercooler. The valvetrain has been similarly reinforced to handle a 7,600-rpm redline, and the entire package nets out to 425 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque.
Even better, the torque shows up at just 1,800 rpm and sticks around until 5,400, right when the peak part of the power curve shows up at 5,500. Full horsepower doesn’t arrive until 7,000, however, so you should have plenty of fun on your way there.
All that power is sent through your choice of a 7-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual, both with rev-matching software. But really, you know the correct choice here. It’ll arrive at a new electronically controlled rear differential via that single-piece carbon driveshaft—hardware that not only saves 11 pounds relative to the old 2-piece steel unit it replaces but also fits so perfectly into the whole setup that it remains in place with a press-fit. No fasteners needed!
The new electric-assist steering is another weight saver over the old hydraulic unit, but this is a feature most often met with derision by purists. Admittedly, BMW knew the old electric-assist systems they’d employed weren’t up to M standards, so this one has been specially tuned for M application. It also includes 3 programmable modes—Comfort, Sport and Sport+, the same settings as the optional adaptable suspension—but the electronic differential comes with one extra option. M Dynamic will allow “limited tire slip at low speeds,” which is corporate-speak for “hooligan antics.” And for those who want to venture onto the track, the stability control can be turned off altogether.
In all, you can expect to hit 60 in around 4 seconds, with the convertible version doing the same sprint in about a half-second longer. All that extra weight certainly adds up, especially when it means forgoing features like the carbon-fiber roof of the M4. However, all the lightweight goodies down below remain, like aluminum forged wheels in 18- and 19-inch flavors, wrapped in 255/35 ZR front and 275/35 ZR rear tires. Front subframe and control arms are also aluminum with a carbon strut brace and forged-aluminum rear control arms. That’s weight savings where it matters. And for those who laugh at the idea of an iron-rotor/aluminum-hub brake setup, that 4-piston front/2-piston rear system can be swapped for a carbon-ceramic upgrade that gets 6 pistons in front and 4 pistons in the rear.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a modern M without the ability to add tons of tech and creature-comfort opulence. For blind-spot and lane-departure monitoring, autonomous braking and a side-view camera, the Driver Assistance Plus package will suit your needs, and for further assistance, an Executive Package adds a backup camera with parking sensors and fancy tech like a head-up display, heated steering wheel, keyless entry (this isn’t standard?), satellite radio and headlight washers. What, no curb feelers?
This new M4 is a compromise on the original intent of the M, no doubt. But would a modern version of the original M3 even sell today? We can point to stripped-down homologation specials put out by various manufacturers, but do we really think any of them could start a movement the equal of the M3's? No, this is the car BMW has to put out today, if for nothing more than to stay competitive in the showroom rather than on the track. The fact that it’ll still hold its own on the track just might be good enough.
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
User reviews for 2015 BMW M4
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by Tyrone B
May 01, 2024
First M turns into M only. I’ve had my share of BMWs . And currently have two that we daily. When I say that this F82 M4 is a different animal, you would have to drive one to understand. May 01, 2024
by Lee T
Mar 12, 2024
Great car had all the features I was looking for Mar 12, 2024
by Farley O
Jul 05, 2023
Unbelievable power and stability @ high speeds with all the features included as well!Jul 05, 2023
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by Tyrone B
May 01, 2024
First M turns into M only. I’ve had my share of BMWs . And currently have two that we daily. When I say that this F82 M4 is a different animal, you would have to drive one to understand. May 01, 2024
by Lee T
Mar 12, 2024
Great car had all the features I was looking for Mar 12, 2024
by Farley O
Jul 05, 2023
Unbelievable power and stability @ high speeds with all the features included as well!Jul 05, 2023
by Jett D
Mar 21, 2023
I love the BMW M4, But I personally do not like the look of the convertible trim but the coupe trim is beautiful. Still a great car all around Mar 21, 2023
by Michael S
Feb 22, 2023
M4 with s55 the crank hub is faulty and not cover by bmw.Feb 22, 2023
by Anonymous
Oct 26, 2022
Great car to value ratio. It’s really hard to beat the 2015 M4 highly recommended sports car best of its class. Oct 26, 2022
by Anonymous
Sep 04, 2022
It is a great car if you’re looking for a luxury car get a Mercedes it is very comfortable but it still has its race car routes and has tight steering and a sensitive transmission even when in economy I am used to it now and love it but as far as being luxury I would say I like my Q 50 luxe or my cls 550 for comfort more the M4 is a pure bread race car everything about it is performance making a fun daily for throws that want to drive there toy everyday Sep 04, 2022
by Eddie B
Aug 07, 2022
Yes its fastest car smoking vetted and hellcats its fastAug 07, 2022
by Amjed A
Jun 12, 2022
Great Car and in a good condition Jun 12, 2022
by Caneron D
Jan 07, 2022
It rides beautifully, although it is a coupe, it is very roomy! The interior looks is definitely amazing in my opinion, ambient lighting, carbon fiber trim, and light up m4 badges on the upper portion of the seats! Through performance wise, this car is no average car what so ever. I do recommend this car be practiced on a little bit before unleashing it full power if your not experienced with traction loss, you have the option to keep traction control on and it won’t slip! Overall I give the BMW M4 2015 a 10/10! Jan 07, 2022
by Anonymous
May 13, 2021
The BMW M4 is a gorgeous car in my opinion that has a lot of value for its money in the used car market. It wont be easy to find another vehicle with this kind of luxury materials and performance in this price range.May 13, 2021
by Chris F
Apr 08, 2021
Best and most fun car that I have ever owned. Feels like an old fashioned sports car, but with some up to date features.Apr 08, 2021
by Nicholas A
Apr 02, 2021
I was unable to get behind the wheel but i Iike it and the Jaguar F model .Apr 02, 2021
by jon m
Jan 26, 2021
Perfect car. The color and the options that I was looking for.Jan 26, 2021
by Jonathan S
Dec 21, 2020
This is great experience that i purchased a very nice M4 car. Thanks for have me to get this car for geeat early christmas gift! Dec 21, 2020
by Emmanuel G
Aug 27, 2020
Its an M4 which i love but it’s a convertible which I don’t like. Aug 27, 2020
by Anthony C
May 25, 2020
Manual transmission last longer. Coupe model is best with carbon rooftop. May 25, 2020
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2015 BMW M4 Pricing
Original MSRP
$64,200 to $72,500Price range
$32,618 to $34,007Average price on CG
$32,736YoY price change
$34,007 to $32,736Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 16 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.46
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: battery disconnect
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: lock operation
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · 20G hard drive · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 16 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.46
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Window trim: black
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: integrated headrests · Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment screen size: 8.8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED · Taillights: adaptive
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power retractable hard top
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: battery disconnect
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: 4-way power lumbar · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: BMW Assist · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing