BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo V60
When we compare the BMW 3 Series's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Volvo V60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 3 Series's and the Volvo V60's specifications and ratings, the BMW 3 Series is a better car than the Volvo V60.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo V60 Pricing
A used 2019 BMW 3 Series ranges from $26,200 to $41,754 while a used 2019 Volvo V60 is priced between $35,498 to $43,389.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo V60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 3 Series loses 49.9 percent of its value and the Volvo V60 loses 55.1 percent of its value. This means the BMW 3 Series retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo V60.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo V60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Volvo V60's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 2 out of 12 Best Luxury Wagons and the Volvo V60 being ranked 3 out of 12.
BMW 3 Series vs. Volvo V60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.0 out of 10. For the Volvo V60 the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo V60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Volvo V60 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The V60 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. This gives the Volvo V60 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 V60 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the BMW 3 Series and the Volvo V60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26200 - 41754
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.498895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
35498 - 43389
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.55061
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.672286 / 10
Reliability:
8.016859 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo V60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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 / 12Volvo V60 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 12Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Volvo V60 Trim Levels
T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
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:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 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):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 521 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):
24 / 36 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
27.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
124.4 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:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3867 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3955 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17