BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo S60
When comparing the BMW 3 Series's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2023 BMW 3 Series ranges from $42,109 to $63,900 while a used 2023 Volvo S60 is priced between $39,494 to $52,993. For a new model, the BMW 3 Series's price is between $46,762 and $67,077, with the Volvo S60 priced between $42,959 and $52,842.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the BMW 3 Series retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S60.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 7 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 10 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the BMW 3 Series is ranked 7 and the Volvo S60 is ranked 10.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Volvo S60 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 530 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 557 miles. This gives the Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW 3 Series. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room. The BMW 3 Series and Volvo S60 are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the BMW 3 Series and the Volvo S60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,762 - $67,077
Used Asking Price:
$42,109 - $63,900
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,959 - $52,842
Used Asking Price:
$39,494 - $52,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
B5 Core Black Edition, B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark Theme, B5 Ultimate Black Edition, B5 Ultimate Bright Theme, B5 Ultimate Dark Theme
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:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
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):
25 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 557 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3777 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
188.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
