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BMW XM vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Volvo XC60?

BMW XM vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

BMW XM

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo XC60

4.8 (9 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably 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

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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 XC60 is clearly cheaper – starting at 58,300 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 1 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 XM offers significantly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Volvo XC60 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW XM delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 331 Nm more.

XM

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: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo XC60 is noticeably lighter – 2,150 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries only slightly more – 525 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo XC60 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 £58,300
XC60

Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 335 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 79 km
BMW XM
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.

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BMW XM
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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