2014 Volvo XC70 vs. 2014 BMW 3 Series
When we compare the 2014 Volvo XC70's and the 2014 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Volvo XC70 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2014 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Volvo XC70's and the 2014 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2014 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2014 Volvo XC70.
2014 Volvo XC70 vs. 2014 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2014 Volvo XC70 ranges from $8,591 to $22,795 while a used 2014 BMW 3 Series is priced between $11,907 to $22,992.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2014 Volvo XC70’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2014 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 241 horsepower. The XC70 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. This gives the 2014 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2014 Volvo XC70. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2014 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:
8591 - 22795
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11907 - 22992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.498895
Volvo XC70 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 XC70 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
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2014 Volvo XC70 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 Platinum, 3.2 Premier, 3.2 Premier Plus, T6, T6 Platinum, T6 Premier Plus
2014 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
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:
240 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
33.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
131.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4147 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
63.1 inches
Length:
190.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3780 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
178.6 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17