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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC40 – Which one offers the better deal?
Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Volvo XC40?
3 Series Touring
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Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Volvo XC40 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4295 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.
XC40
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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 Touring has a clearly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 353 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls convincingly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
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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 minimal lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1688 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers minimal more room – 500 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs slightly better – up to 1510 L, which is about 182 L more than the Volvo XC40.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 barely noticeable takes the win – 532 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the BMW 3 Series Touring shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £41,100
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BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
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 XC40
The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
36800 - 47200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 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
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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co2
147 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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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
1688 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
4713 - 4801 mm
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Length
4425 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1863 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1652 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1328 L
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Payload
532 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
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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
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Power HP
163 - 197 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
265 - 300 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
120 - 145 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
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.