BMW 4 series engine produces 6 HP less power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo S60. Despite less power, BMW 4 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.8
4.3
Real fuel consumption:
6.3 l/100km
7.1 l/100km
The BMW 4 series is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 4 series consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 4 series could require 75 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 4 series consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60.
Fuel tank capacity:
57 litres
67 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1180 km in combined cycle
1550 km in combined cycle
1320 km on highway
1810 km on highway
900 km with real consumption
940 km with real consumption
Volvo S60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Ground clearance:
145 mm (5.7 inches)
124 mm (4.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
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Dimensions
Length:
4.64 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.83 m
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Height:
1.39 m
1.48 m
Trunk capacity:
481 litres
380 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1300 litres
1749 litres
Even though the car is shorter, BMW 4 series has 101 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The Volvo S60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo S60 (by 449 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.8 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 4 series is 0.5 metres more than that of the Volvo S60, which means BMW 4 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
