Volvo V70 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series engine produces 86 HP less power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 171 NM less than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.4
10.2
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 2.8 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 420 litres of fuel.
BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2010 3.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.61 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.40 m
1.54 m
BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 21 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 8 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 15 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
575 litres
Volvo V70 has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 135 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.
