BMW 3 series engine produces 14 HP less power than Volvo V60, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo V60. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster.
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series and Volvo V60 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
495 litres
430 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1500 litres
1241 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 65 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V60. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 3 series (by 259 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11.9 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volvo V60, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight:
2`000 kg
2`100 kg
Net weight:
1`450 kg
1`644 kg
Load capacity:
550 kg
456 kg
BMW 3 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem more than Volvo V60. Therefore, BMW 3 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Volvo V60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Volvo V60, so Volvo V60 quality is probably significantly better
