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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Volvo S60?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Volvo S60: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • marginally lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Volvo S60

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • significantly 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 Gran 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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 46,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 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 Volvo S60 offers somewhat more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers only slightly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is marginally lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers only slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 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 Gran Coupe
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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 Gran Coupe
Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
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Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 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
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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