Volvo 740 vs. BMW M3
When we compare the Volvo 740 to the BMW M3, the Volvo 740 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo 740 versus the BMW M3, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo 740’s base engine makes 114 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 192 horsepower. The 740 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 360 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 364 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo 740 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo 740 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW M3 Rankings
Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 740 Trim Levels
Base, SE Turbo, Turbo
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
114 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6750 rpm
Torque:
170 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 360 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 26 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
210 / 364 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2867 lbs
Width:
66.1 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
171.1 inches
Wheelbase:
101 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
