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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (550 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 41600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Volvo V60?
3 Series Touring
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 Touring has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 591 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the BMW 3 Series Touring with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 97 km, about 5 km more than the Volvo V60.
V60
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a slightly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo V60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.
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3 Series Touring
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 curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is hardly perceptible lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers barely noticeable more room – 519 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs barely noticeable better – up to 1510 L, which is about 79 L more than the Volvo V60.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring minimal takes the win – 520 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Touring proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £41,100
BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
Volvo V60
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BMW 3 Series Touring
4.3 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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Volvo V60
5 (1 Reviews)
The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Volvo V60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
41600 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
92 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
54 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4778 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1432 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1431 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
466 - 506 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
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
197 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
300 - 709 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 - 405 kW
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Power kW
145 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.