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BMW iX3 vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (469 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (60,800 £ vs 49,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Volvo XC60?

BMW iX3 vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

BMW iX3

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • significantly more electric range
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly 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 XC60 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 49,200 £ , while the BMW iX3 costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,580 £.

As for electric range, the BMW iX3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 805 km, about 723 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 BMW iX3 offers marginally more power – delivering 469 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers marginally more torque with 709 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.

iX3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is visibly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 460 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC60 carries somewhat more – 550 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX3 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 £60,800
iX3

BMW iX3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 469 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 805 km
BMW iX3
Volvo XC60

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX3

The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.

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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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BMW iX3
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
60,800 - 66,300 £
Price
49,200 - 75,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
805 km
Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
-
Length
4,708 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
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Height
1,655 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,543 L
Payload
465 kg
Payload
510 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
469 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
645 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
345 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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