2024 BMW
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2025 Volvo
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| MPG - City | 21 - 23 MPG | 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 29 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 62.7 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 248 - 382 hp | 247 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 185.9 in | 185.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.4 - 74.7 in | 78.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 36.4 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 39.1 in |
Front 38.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The BMW X3 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volvo XC60, with comparable head- and legroom.
The BMW X3 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC60.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X3 as you will with the Volvo XC60, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW X3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volvo XC60.
Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the BMW X3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volvo XC60.
Handling
The BMW X3 has a larger turning radius than the Volvo XC60, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volvo XC60.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X3 as you will in the Volvo XC60.