BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 14 HP more power than Volvo V60, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.4
5.9
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
60 litres
67 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1110 km in combined cycle
1130 km in combined cycle
1300 km on highway
1360 km on highway
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.63 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.83 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.48 m
BMW 3 series and Volvo V60 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
495 litres
430 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 65 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V60.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
13.6 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 2.3 metres less than that of the Volvo V60, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Volvo V60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Volvo V60, so Volvo V60 quality is probably better
