Volvo S60 R vs. BMW M3
When comparing the Volvo S60 R to the BMW M3, the Volvo S60 R has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo S60 R versus the BMW M3, the Volvo S60 R is a better car than the BMW M3.
Volvo S60 R vs. BMW M3 Pricing
A used 2006 Volvo S60 R ranges from $4,500 to $13,919 while a used 2006 BMW M3 is priced between $17,995 to $60,819.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo S60 R’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 333 horsepower. The S60 R is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 352 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$4,500 - $13,919
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,995 - $60,819
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo S60 R 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 S60 R 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
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo S60 R Trim Levels
Base
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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 / 50000 miles
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:
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
333 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.098 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
224 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
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:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3693 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
181.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3415 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 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:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
