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BMW iX3 vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (54,300 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Volvo EX60?

BMW iX3 vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more efficient
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Volvo EX60

  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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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

iX3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo EX60 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 54,000 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 54,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 351 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW iX3 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.7 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX60. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 810 km, about 5 km more than the BMW iX3.

EX60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX60 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers moderately more torque with 790 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.

iX3

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, Volvo EX60 is very slightly lighter – 2,190 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX3 carries barely more – 465 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £54,000
EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 km
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BMW iX3

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Johan
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Nice range, fast charging and… bidirectional charging!!

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The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,300 - 66,300 £
Price
54,000 - 70,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
635 - 805 km
Electric Range
620 - 810 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
2,190 - 2,425 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
465 kg
Payload
435 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
320 - 469 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 645 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
235 - 345 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the BMW iX3?

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

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