2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 BMW 3 Series
When comparing the 2006 Volvo V50's and the 2006 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Volvo V50 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2006 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Volvo V50's and the 2006 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Volvo V50 is a better car than the 2006 BMW 3 Series.
2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2006 Volvo V50 ranges from $2,737 to $8,174 while a used 2006 BMW 3 Series is priced between $3,071 to $11,866.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Volvo V50’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the 2006 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 215 horsepower. The V50 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles.This gives the 2006 Volvo V50 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 BMW 3 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 BMW 3 Series has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2737 - 8174
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3071 - 11866
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.498895
Volvo V50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.672286 / 10
Reliability:
8.016859 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V50 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 12Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Volvo V50 Trim Levels
2.4i, T5
2006 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
108.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3326 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
177.7 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3737 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
178.2 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available