Volvo 740 vs. BMW M3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volvo 740 and BMW M3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Volvo 740 and the BMW M3.
When comparing the Volvo 740's and the BMW M3's specifications and ratings, 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's and the BMW M3's specifications and ratings, 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.This gives the Volvo 740 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW M3 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
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Starting MSRP:
$23,435
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Starting MSRP:
$36,275
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Volvo 740 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
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Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
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BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
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Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volvo 740
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW M3
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Volvo 740 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW M3 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 740 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
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2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
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2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
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2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
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IIHS Safety Rating:
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Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
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2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
114 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
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Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
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Overall Interior Volume:
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Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
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Rear Leg Room:
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Rear Shoulder Room:
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Cargo Space:
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Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3082 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
56.5 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
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Tire Size:
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Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Beige Metallic
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Green Metallic / Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic
Red
Red / Wine Red Metallic
Silver
Graphite Metallic / Silver Metallic
White
White
Gold
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Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Diamond Black Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Azure Blue Metallic / Glacier Blue Metallic / Mauritius Blue Metallic
Gray
Granite Silver Metallic / Vulkan Gray
Red
Brilliant Red / Brocade Red Metallic / Calypso Red Metallic / Titan Red
Silver
Sterling Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White II
Gold
Cashmere Beige Metallic
Green
Iceland Green Metallic / Laguna Green Metallic / Nautic Green
