BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 27 HP more power than Volvo V50, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.9
5.8
Real fuel consumption:
7.3 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
The Volvo V50 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 165 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V50.
Fuel tank capacity:
61 litres
52 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
880 km in combined cycle
890 km in combined cycle
1100 km on highway
1130 km on highway
830 km with real consumption
800 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.52 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.77 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.46 m
BMW 3 series and Volvo V50 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
417 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1385 litres
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BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 43 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V50.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.1 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volvo V50.
BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volvo V50, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better.