BMW M3 vs. Volvo S60
In comparing the BMW M3's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume 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, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Volvo S60 is a better car than the BMW M3.
BMW M3 vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2024 BMW M3 ranges from $88,999 to $150,836 while a used 2024 Volvo S60 is priced between $42,820 to $50,820. For a new model, the BMW M3's price is between $81,875 and $128,195, with the Volvo S60 priced between $43,702 and $52,190.
BMW M3 vs. Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M3 loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value. This means the BMW M3 retains 15.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S60.
BMW M3 vs. Volvo S60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Volvo S60's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the BMW M3 being ranked 12 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Volvo S60 being ranked 10 out of 30. Out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars, the BMW M3 is ranked 13 and the Volvo S60 is ranked 10.
BMW M3 vs. Volvo S60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW M3 is 7.6 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 M3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 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 M3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the BMW M3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volvo S60 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$81,875 - $128,195
Used Asking Price:
$88,999 - $150,836
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,702 - $52,190
Used Asking Price:
$42,820 - $50,820
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
57%
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 10Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
30 out of / 32Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base, Competition, Competition xDrive, CS
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
B5 Core Dark Theme, B5 Plus Black Edition, B5 Plus Dark 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):
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:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 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 Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 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:
3840 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 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 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
