Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo V70) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences."
Performance
Power:
286 HP
304 HP
Torque:
580 NM
441 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
6.3 seconds
6.9 seconds
BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 18 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 139 NM more than Volvo V70. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.8
10.2
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 3.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 510 litres of fuel.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.53 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.54 m
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 29 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 4 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 10 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
460 litres
575 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1375 litres
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Volvo V70 has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 115 litres less trunk space than the Volvo V70.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volvo V70, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better.
