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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (392 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Volvo XC60?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Volvo XC60

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

4 Series Gran Coupe @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

XC60 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo XC60 has a to a small extent edge – offering 455 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe performs noticeable better – 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: Volvo XC60 pulls slight stronger with 709 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 59 Nm difference.

4 Series Gran Coupe @ BMW Group Press

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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1695 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers minimal more room – 483 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs to a small extent better – up to 1543 L, which is about 253 L more than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo XC60 shows itself to be is largely superior 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 £49,200
XC60 @ Volvo Cars

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
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Volvo XC60

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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 XC60

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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 4 Series Gran Coupe
Volvo XC60
4 Series Gran Coupe @ BMW Group Press
XC60 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 68000 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1442 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
510 - 550 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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