BMW 3 Series vs Volvo XC60

Should you buy BMW 3 Series or Volvo XC60? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. BMW 3 Series price starts at Rs 75.90 Lakh ex-showroom for M340i xDrive (Petrol) and Volvo XC60 price starts Rs 70.75 Lakh ex-showroom for B5 Ultimate (Petrol). 3 Series has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while XC60 has 1969 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series has a mileage of 13.02 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the XC60 has a mileage of 11.2 kmpl (Petrol top model).

3 Series Vs XC60

Key Highlights	BMW 3 Series	Volvo XC60
On Road Price	Rs.87,50,811^*	Rs.81,59,302^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	2998	1969
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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BMW 3 Series
Rs75.90 Lakh^*
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Volvo XC60
Rs70.75 Lakh^*
*Ex-showroom Price
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BMW 3 Series
M340i xDrive
75.90 Lakh^*
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Volvo XC60
B5 Ultimate
70.75 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	M340i xDrive	B5 Ultimate
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.87,50,811^*	Rs.81,59,302^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,66,564/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,55,302/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,21,911	Rs.3,02,052
User Rating	4.3 Based on 87 Reviews	4.3 Based on 102 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

M340i xDrive

B5 Ultimate

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.87,50,811^*

Rs.81,59,302^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,66,564/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,55,302/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.3,21,911

Rs.3,02,052

User Rating

4.3

Based on 87 Reviews

4.3

Based on 102 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	B58 Turbocharged I6	Turbo Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)	2998	1969
No. of Cylinders	66 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm	250bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	500Nm@1900-5000rpm	350Nm@1500-3000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	Twin	Yes
Super Charger	-	No
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed Steptronic	8-Speed
Drive Type	4WD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

B58 Turbocharged I6

Turbo Petrol Engine

Displacement (cc)

2998

1969

No. of Cylinders

66 Cylinder Cars

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

368.78bhp@5500-6500rpm

250bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	13.02	11.2
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	59	70
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	253	180
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Petrol

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

13.02

11.2

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	-
Steering Type	-	Power
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5.8
Front Brake Type	ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	253	180
0-100kmph (Seconds)	4.4 s	8.3 s
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	235/55 R19
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	Tubeless,Radial
0-100Kmph (Tested) (Seconds)	-	7.78
City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)	-	5.38
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Suspension

Multi-link suspension

Steering Type

Power

Steering Column

Tilt & Adjustable

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4709	4708
Width (mm)	1827	1902
Height (mm)	1442	1653
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	230
Wheel Base (mm)	2651	2620
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1586
Kerb Weight (kg)	1745	1945
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	480	483
No. of Doors	4	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	4 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	-
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	-	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	No
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	60:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	No
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Front Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	No
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Steering Mounted Tripmeter	Yes	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	No
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	No	No
Rear Curtain	No	No
Luggage Hook And Net	No	No
Battery Saver	-	No
Lane Change Indicator	-	No
Additional Features	-	Air Purifier with PM 2.5-sensor, Key remote control High level, Comfort seat padding, , Power adjustable driver seat with memory,Power adjustable side support, 4 way power adjustable lumbar support,Backrest massage, front seats,Heated front seats,Mechanical release fold 2nd row rear seat, Manually foldable rear headrests,Pedal standard, Pilot Assist, Blind spot Information System with Cross traffic alert,Collision Mitigation support, rear
Drive Modes	4	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

4 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	-	No
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	-	No
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	No
Additional Features	BMW Individual Headliner Anthracite, Electrical seat adjustment for driver and passenger with memory function for drive, Floor mats in Velour, Front armrest with storage compartment, Interior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function, Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, Through loading system, Sport seats for driver and front passenger, Storage compartment package, Individual trim finisher in Carbon Fibre, Alcantara Sensatec combination Black, contrast stitching Blue	31.24 cms (12.3 inch) Driver Display, Cushion extension, Linear Lime decor inlays {RC20(u) or RC30(u),Illuminated vanity mirrors in sunvisor LH / RH side, Parking ticket holder,Tailored Instrument Panel including door panel,Artificial Leather steering wheel with Uni deco inlay, 3 spoke,Gearlever knob, crystal, Carpet kit, textile, Interior illumination high level, Charcoal roof colour interior {RC20(u) or RC30(u)
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours	Platinum GreyOnyx BlackCrystal WhiteVapour GreyDenim BlueBright Dusk+1 MoreXC60 Colours
Body Type	SedanAll Sedan Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Rear	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	-	No
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Smoke Headlamps	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Trunk Opener	-	Remote
Heated Wing Mirror	Yes	No
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	Front ornamental grille frame and nuggets in High Gloss Black, Exterior air inlets in front bumper with embellishers in High Gloss Black, M Exterior mirror caps in High Gloss Black, Model designations and M badges, Tailpipe finishers in Black Chrome, M Aerodynamics Package, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended, Heat Protection Glazing contents, Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen, Adaptive LED Headlight ( Bi-level LED lights with low-beam and high-beam, ‘Inverted L'arranged daytime running lights and LED cornering lights, BMW Selective Beam, the dazzle-free high-beam assistant, Accent lighting with turn indicators, M Sport Exhaust, M Sport Brakes, BMW Individual High-Gloss Shadow Line with extended contents, BMW ure Advance includes Tyres, Alloys, Engine ure, Key Lost Assistance and Golf Hole-in-On	Laminated side windows, Electric fuel lid opening,Automatically died inner and exterior mirrors,Sillmoulding 'Volvo' metal,Standard material in headlining,Inscription grill,Standard mesh front,Bright decor side window,Fully colour adapted sills and bumpers with Bright side deco,Colour coordinated door handles with Illumination and Puddle lights,Inscription bright TL element exterior rear,Colour coordinated rear view mirror covers,Retractable Rear View Mirrors,LED Headlights Bending,EBL, Flashing Brake Light and Hazard Warning,Painted bumper,Collision Mitigation Support, front, Lane Keeping Aid, Black Diamond-cut Alloy wheel
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Tyre Size	F225/40R19, R255/35R19	235/55 R19
Tyre Type	Run flat Radial	Tubeless,Radial
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Tanzanite Blue MetallicDravit Grey Metallic3 Series Colours

Platinum GreyOnyx BlackCrystal WhiteVapour GreyDenim Blue+1 MoreXC60 Colours

Body Type

SedanAll Sedan Cars

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	Driver
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	-	No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	No
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	-	No
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
Blind Spot Monitor	-	No
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	No
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	5
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Compass	Yes	-
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	-
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	16	15
Additional Features	Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound, Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 12.3” (31.2 cm) Instrument Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons, Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote software upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant	Intelligent Driver Information System,Premium Sound by Bowers and Wilkins,2 USB Typ-C connections, Subwoofer,Digital Service package, Volvo cars app,Android powered infotainment system including google services,Speech function, Inductive Charging for smartphone, Apple Carplay (iPhone with wire)
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series and Volvo XC60?

A ) The mileage of 3 Series is 13.02 kmpl & the mileage of XC60 is 11.2 kmpl. BMW 3 Series gives better mileage than Volvo XC60.

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