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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Volvo XC60?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

Volvo XC60

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • barely more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is marginally cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 2.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

XC60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Coupe offers a bit 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly faster – 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: the Volvo XC60 delivers very slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo XC60 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers barely more boot space – 483 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries markedly more – 550 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 holds a solid 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 £49,200
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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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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BMW is the best

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Volvo XC60

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
510 - 550 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the BMW 4 Series Coupe?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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