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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC60 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Volvo XC60?
3 Series Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 3 Series Touring has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8134 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Volvo XC60 with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs somewhat better – achieving up to 97 km, about 15 km more than the Volvo XC60.
XC60
Engine and Performance:
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a slightly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm difference.
3 Series Touring
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is somewhat lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers barely noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 483 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1543 L, which is about 33 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 hardly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Touring is decisively ahead 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.
BMW 3 Series Touring
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BMW 3 Series Touring
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 XC60
4.7 (5 Reviews)
The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Volvo XC60
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 91900 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 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
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 233 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1827 - 1903 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1543 L
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Payload
430 - 520 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 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
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
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 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
350 - 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 - 390 kW
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Power kW
184 - 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
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, 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.