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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared
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.
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 range, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs somewhat better – achieving up to 97 km, about 15 km more than the Volvo XC60.
XC60
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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 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 decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 120 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
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
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 comes out on top?
Overall, the BMW 3 Series Touring shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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
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
5 (1 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
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 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
14.70 kWh
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co2
57 - 238 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 - 4801 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
405 - 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 - 550 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 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
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 - 405 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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.