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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Volvo XC60 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Volvo XC60?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Volvo XC60: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,335 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Saloon with 2.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 22 km more than the Volvo XC60.
XC60
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers visibly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers only slightly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 575 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries only slightly more – 510 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
from £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Volvo XC60
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Volvo XC60
The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Volvo XC60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
79 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
59 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,150 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,902 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
335 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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