2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series
In comparing the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country's and the 2019 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2019 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country's and the 2019 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country.
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country ranges from $30,963 to $40,996 while a used 2019 BMW 3 Series is priced between $24,595 to $34,590.
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country loses 54.2 percent of its value and the 2019 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2019 BMW 3 Series retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country.
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo V60 Cross Country is 8.2 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Volvo V60 Cross Country being ranked 4 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country vs. 2019 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo V60 Cross Country is 7.1 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo V60 Cross Country.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2019 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The V60 Cross Country is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2019 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country and 2019 BMW 3 Series are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country and the 2019 BMW 3 Series have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30963 - 40996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54211
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24595 - 34590
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Volvo V60 Cross Country Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V60 Cross Country Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 12BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country Trim Levels
T5
2019 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
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 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
406 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
22.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
116.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4002 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3589 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18