Volvo XC60 2018 vs BMW X3 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Hybrid | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 303 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds | |
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Volvo XC60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo XC60 engine produces 119 HP more power than BMW X3, whereas torque is 100 NM more than BMW X3. Thanks to more power Volvo XC60 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 50 litres | |
| 1160 km with real consumption | 540 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 216 mm (8.5 inches) | 204 mm (8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC60 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.71 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.68 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volvo XC60 is 2 cm shorter than the BMW X3, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo XC60 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 468 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1395 litres | 1500 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (by 105 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo XC60 is 0.2 metres less than that of the BMW X3. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`660 kg | 2`620 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`148 kg | 1`990 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 512 kg | 630 kg | |
| Volvo XC60 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 23 procentiem less than BMW X3. Therefore, BMW X3 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo XC60 scores higher in safety tests. The Volvo XC60 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Volvo XC60 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW X3, so Volvo XC60 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 22 200 | 24 400 | |
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