[J-Ho]

One more change for 2015 m235i:
They've removed the M badges from the front fenders. "(3DZ) Without Lines designation outside" is noted on my '15 build order.

[F80_M]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

One more change for 2015 m235i:
They've removed the M badges from the front fenders. "(3DZ) Without Lines designation outside" is noted on my '15 build order.

I was actually about to inquire about that. When are you taking delivery of your '15 I see that you're over in CF.

[///MCFC]

Originally Posted by pikcachu

will any of these be available as a software update from the dealer or only from MY15 cars?

this is what I'd like to know, too, especially re: steering mode selection.

[J-Ho]

Originally Posted by YOLO89

I was actually about to inquire about that. When are you taking delivery of your '15 I see that you're over in CF.

September build allocation, so I'm hoping mid-November. Looooong wait ahead of me

[F80_M]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

September build allocation, so I'm hoping mid-November. Looooong wait ahead of me

Haha me too. Are you doing PCD?

[gregharp]

I can confirm my MY2015 (July allocation, delivered August 9th) has no M badges on the fenders. It also has other changes described for MY2015 including the fact that 6NS was excluded.

However, I do not have a separate button for steering mode anywhere. Next to the shifter I have the same DSC off button, Driving Dynamics Control rocker switch, and PDC button as the MY2014 I test drove.

[J-Ho]

Originally Posted by YOLO89

Haha me too. Are you doing PCD?

no PCD here. sorta regretting it, in hindsight.

[plien69]

Originally Posted by gregharp

I can confirm my MY2015 (July allocation, delivered August 9th) has no M badges on the fenders. It also has other changes described for MY2015 including the fact that 6NS was excluded.

However, I do not have a separate button for steering mode anywhere. Next to the shifter I have the same DSC off button, Driving Dynamics Control rocker switch, and PDC button as the MY2014 I test drove.

I would think it would be in the same Driving Mode screens where you could choose Chassis, Drivetrain, or Chassis + Drivetrain for configuring Sport Mode.

[gregharp]

I can confirm that Settings -> Driving Mode -> Configure SPORT just offers the options of Drivetrain & Chassis, Drivetrain, or Chassis.

Supposedly there is (or will be) a separate toggle for steering settings? But not on my 2015. Fine by me. Just another setting to tweak, when I'm happy with it as-is.

Quote from the recent bulletin described at the link below: "Servotronic power steering can now be configured using the Dynamic Driving Control toggle switch on the center console, separately from the existing chassis and drivetrain settings."

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1022363

[J-Ho]

A consolidated list of 2015 m235i changes I've seen around the internet so far:

• Removal of the M badges from the front fenders "(3DZ) Without Lines designation outside" is noted on new build orders destined for the US. (CONFIRMED by Gregharp)
  
• Ambience lighting (ground-illuminating lights in door handles, separately controlled left/right front and rear reading lights, front footwell lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors), which was part of the 2014 premium package, is now standard for the m235i. (UNCONFIRMED, source = bmwusa.com build guide)
  
• The memory button for the electric seat settings is now marked with “SET” instead of “M.” (CONFIRMED)
  
• Servotronic power steering can now be configured using the Dynamic Driving Control toggle switch on the center console, separately from the existing chassis and drivetrain settings. (DISPUTED by Gregharp. original source = press release)
  
• When equipped with optional navigation and in combination with automatic transmission, predictive gearshift strategy (shift recommendation indicator) is displayed using navigation data when the transmission is being driven in the manual mode. (UNCONFIRMED, source = press release)
  
• The standard-equipment new generation Radio BMW Professional is now equipped with 3G functionality. (UNCONFIRMED, source = press release)
  
• All models equipped with optional heated steering wheel (option 248): An activation symbol now appears in the instrument cluster. This feature allows the driver to immediately notice if the heating is active, without having to look to the activation switch on the left side of the steering column. (UNCONFIRMED, source = press release)
  
• Radio on/off/volume control knob now has imprinted “ON/OFF” (does not pertain to M3 and M4). (CONFIRMED)
  
• Music streaming via BT is now standard - see scottomfg's post here for details and BMW PDF describing changes: http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showt...7#post16289727 (CONFIRMED)

I'll keep this list updated as more info becomes available.

[basiluf]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

no PCD here. sorta regretting it, in hindsight.

You can still change it to PCD up until the your car is finished. Plus, it's a extremely cheap flight from Sanford on Allegiant. One way is usually less than $50.

[F80_M]

Originally Posted by basiluf

You can still change it to PCD up until the your car is finished. Plus, it's a extremely cheap flight from Sanford on Allegiant. One way is usually less than $50.

Yeah I just checked flights from Tampa it's $70 now I just need a definite date so I can book it

[dreamspeed]

Originally Posted by alz0rz

Interesting..

This is how it should have been from the start. Each option should be able to be separately adjusted.

[J-Ho]

Originally Posted by basiluf

You can still change it to PCD up until the your car is finished. Plus, it's a extremely cheap flight from Sanford on Allegiant. One way is usually less than $50.

Hmmm, ok, I got conflicting info. I'll have to investigate this more. Thanks!!

[basiluf]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

Hmmm, ok, I got conflicting info. I'll have to investigate this more. Thanks!!

I'm guessing your conflicting info probably came from Fields. It's a bunch of extra paperwork. They probably don't want to do it.

[RiXst3r]

Originally Posted by gregharp

I can confirm my MY2015 (July allocation, delivered August 9th) has no M badges on the fenders. It also has other changes described for MY2015 including the fact that 6NS was excluded.

However, I do not have a separate button for steering mode anywhere. Next to the shifter I have the same DSC off button, Driving Dynamics Control rocker switch, and PDC button as the MY2014 I test drove.

+1 , my 2015 (delivery thread) also has no separate controls for steering and no M badges on fenders. I do not have PDC.

[J-Ho]

I'm noticing now that the MPG has dropped from the original 22 city / 32 hwy for the auto, to now 21 city / 32 hwy... any ideas as to why this might be?

[gregharp]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

I'm noticing now that the MPG has dropped from the original 22 city / 32 hwy for the auto, to now 21 city / 32 hwy... any ideas as to why this might be?

Too much fun to keep your foot out of it...

[Neckbeardz]

Just to add a little fuel to the fire of the M fender badge debate, my MY2015 M235 had them.

Also apparently xdrive models now come with wheel style 461 as standard as opposed to the ones that many have been complaining about, albeit in a grey finish.

[lbahoshy]

Originally Posted by Neckbeardz

Just to add a little fuel to the fire of the M fender badge debate, my MY2015 M235 had them.

Also apparently xdrive models now come with wheel style 461 as standard as opposed to the ones that many have been complaining about, albeit in a grey finish.

Are you in Canada or the US?

[jbenington86]

Originally Posted by J-Ho

One more change for 2015 m235i:
They've removed the M badges from the front fenders. "(3DZ) Without Lines designation outside" is noted on my '15 build order.

My '15 build order does not have "(3DZ) Without Lines designation outside" so I guess we shall see what arrives once it is built.

[Cavpilot2k]

I just looked at a brand new (still partially wrapped) M235i X-Drive on a dealer lot yesterday and the first thing I noticed was the absence of the M on the fender.