BMW X1 vs. Volvo XC
When we compare the BMW X1's and the Volvo XC's specifications and ratings, the BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Volvo XC has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars Based on this comparison of the BMW X1's and the Volvo XC's specifications and ratings, the BMW X1 is a better car than the Volvo XC.
BMW X1 vs. Volvo XC Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X1 ranges from $41,077 to $48,660 while a used 2002 Volvo XC is priced between $2,218 to $9,439.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X1’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the Volvo XC base engine makes 197 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The XC is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. This gives the BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo XC. The X1 uses premium unleaded, and the XC uses gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X1 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X1 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,696 - $50,390
Used Asking Price:
$41,077 - $48,660
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$2,218 - $9,439
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X1 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
57 out of / 67Volvo XC Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X1 Trim Levels
xDrive28i
Volvo XC Trim Levels
Base
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
25.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3750 lbs
Width:
82.8 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3699 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
186.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R16
