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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Volvo S60?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo S60: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

4 Series Coupe

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.

Volvo S60 is barely cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,171 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

S60

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 4 Series Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers only slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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 S60 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is only slightly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 440 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries somewhat more – 475 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is far ahead overall 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 £42,500
S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Volvo S60

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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