BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 34 HP more power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Volvo V40. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.6
8.9
The Volvo V40 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 105 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
63 litres
60 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
650 km in combined cycle
670 km in combined cycle
850 km on highway
900 km on highway
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.48 m
4.48 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.72 m
Height:
1.41 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series and Volvo V40 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
435 litres
413 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1345 litres
1421 litres
BMW 3 series has 22 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo V40 (by 76 litres).
Turning diameter:
10 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volvo V40, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo V40 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Volvo V40, so Volvo V40 quality is probably significantly better
