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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC90 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 74,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Volvo XC90?
BMW 3 Series Touring vs Volvo XC90: 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 Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 3 Series Touring is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 74,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,248 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Touring uses 2.5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers markedly more range – reaching up to 97 km, about 28 km more than the Volvo XC90.
XC90
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 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 Touring is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Volvo XC90 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Touring delivers barely more torque with 700 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm more.
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.
Seats: Volvo XC90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is noticeably lighter – 1,650 kg compared to 2,080 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC90 carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Touring holds a decisive overall lead 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 £41,100
BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
Volvo XC90
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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 XC90
The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Volvo XC90
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
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Price
74,300 - 84,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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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
69 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 233 g/km
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co2
71 - 188 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
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
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Curb weight
2,080 - 2,350 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 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
1,923 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
430 - 520 kg
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Payload
600 - 710 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 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 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
360 - 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
184 - 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
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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