BMW X3 vs Volvo XC40 Recharge

Should you buy BMW X3 or Volvo XC40 Recharge? 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 X3 price starts at Rs 75.80 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 20 M Sport (Petrol) and Volvo XC40 Recharge price starts Rs 49 Lakh ex-showroom for E60 Plus (Electric).

X3 Vs XC40 Recharge

Key Highlights	BMW X3	Volvo XC40 Recharge
On Road Price	Rs.91,63,538^*	Rs.60,93,750^*
Range (km)	-	418
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	78 kw
Charging Time	-	28 Min - DC -150kW (10-80%)

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BMW X3
Rs77.80 Lakh^*
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Volvo XC40 Recharge
Rs57.90 Lakh^*
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BMW X3
xDrive 20d M Sport
77.80 Lakh^*
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Volvo XC40 Recharge
E80 ultimate
57.90 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	xDrive 20d M Sport	E80 ultimate
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.91,63,538^*	Rs.60,93,750^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,74,425/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,15,996/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,29,238	Rs.2,41,850
User Rating	4.1 Based on 3 Reviews	4.2 Based on 53 Reviews
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure
Running Cost	-	₹1.87/km

Basic Information

xDrive 20d M Sport

E80 ultimate

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.91,63,538^*

Rs.60,93,750^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,74,425/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,15,996/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.3,29,238

Rs.2,41,850

User Rating

4.1

Based on 3 Reviews

4.2

Based on 53 Reviews

Brochure

Brochure not available

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Running Cost

₹1.87/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	2.0L Diesel	Not applicable
Displacement (cc)	1995	Not applicable
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	Not applicable
Fast Charging	Not applicable	Yes
Charging Time	Not applicable	28 Min - DC -150kW (10-80%)
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	78
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	194bhp@4000rpm	408bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@1500-2750rpm	660Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	418 km
Battery Warranty	Not applicable	8 Years or 160000 km
Charging Time (D.C)	Not applicable	28 Min 150 kW
Regenerative Braking Levels	Not applicable	Yes
Charging Port	Not applicable	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	1-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	AWD
Charging Options	Not applicable	15 A Wall Box \| 150 kW DC
Charger Type	Not applicable	15 A Wall Box
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.0L Diesel

Not applicable

Displacement (cc)

1995

Not applicable

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Not applicable

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.86	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	ZEV
Top Speed (kmph)	-	180

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Electric

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.86

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

ZEV

Top Speed (kmph)

180

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	Air suspension	Air suspension
Rear Suspension	Air suspension	Air suspension
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	-	Rack & Pinion
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	180
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.7 s	4.9 s
Tyre Size	245/50 R19	F 235/50,R 255/45
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	19	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	19	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

Air suspension

Rear Suspension

Air suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4708	4425
Width (mm)	1891	1873
Height (mm)	1676	1651
Wheel Base (mm)	-	2923
Front Tread (mm)	-	1570
Kerb Weight (kg)	-	2205
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	-	414
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	-	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Navigation System	-	Yes
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	-
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	60:40 Split
Smart Key Band	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Cooled Glovebox	-	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front
Central Console Armrest	-	Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	Yes
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Rear Curtain	-	No
Luggage Hook And Net	-	No
Battery Saver	Yes	-
Lane Change Indicator	-	Yes
Memory Function Seats	-	Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	-
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Voice assisted sunroof	Yes	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	-
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	-	Yes
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	Yes
Additional Features	-	Ashtray and cigarette lighter, Road Sign Information, Ticket holder, Illuminated vanity mirrors, Auto-died rear view mirrors, 31.24 Cms (12.3 inch) Driver display, charcol connect suede textile/microtech upholstery, Mechenical cushion extension front seat,carpet kit textile,Front tread plates metal recharge,Interior illumination high level,Charcoale roof colur interior
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.3	-
Upholstery	-	Fabric
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Interior

Tachometer

Glove Box

Digital Odometer

Exterior
Available Colours	Creamy WhiteX3 Colours	Saga Green Black RoofCrystal White Black RoofFjord Blue Black RoofOnyx BlackXC40 Recharge Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Heated Wing Mirror	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Additional Features	-	Fog lamps with cornering function, Body-coloured covered grille, Door mirror covers, Black Stone, High-gloss black side window trim, Panoramic roof, Protective cap kit, Matt Tech Grey, Recharge embossed logo on C/D-pillar, Roof rails, glossy black,, BEV grill, colour coordinated / covered mesh, BEV grill, colour coordinated / covered mesh,High gloss black decor side window, Handle side door body color keyless and illumination, Black rear view mirror covers,EBL, Flashing brake light and hazard warning, C-Pillar recharge moulding
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Hands-Free	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered	-
Tyre Size	245/50 R19	F 235/50,R 255/45
Tyre Type	-	Tubeless,Radial
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Exterior

Available Colours

Creamy WhiteX3 Colours

Saga Green Black RoofCrystal White Black RoofFjord Blue Black RoofOnyx BlackXC40 Recharge Colours

Body Type

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
No. of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	-
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	-
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	Yes	-
E-Manual	Yes	-
Digital Car Key	Yes	-
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	-
Live Weather	Yes	-
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	-
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	-
SOS Button	Yes	-
RSA	Yes	-
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

E-Manual

Digital Car Key

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Audio System Remote Control	-	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	-	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	14.9	9
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Internal Storage	-	Yes
No. of Speakers	15	13
Additional Features	-	12V power outlet and one or two USB ports, speech function, digital service pack, App Store or Google Play, harman kardam sound system, android based google assisted information system, Apple carplay (iphone with wire)
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

BMW X3
- The updated design makes it look modern and the massive illuminated kidney grille stands out.
- The cabin has a sporty design which looks very appealing for younger buyers.
- Its ride is comfortable with good space for 5 occupants.
- No significant miss in the features list and it comes with an extensive safety net.
Volvo XC40 Recharge
- Classy and understated styling
- Top-notch interior quality
- Loaded with comfort, convenience and safety features
- Hair-raising performance makes it a delight to drive

BMW X3
- While it does look distinctive, some design elements might not appeal to everyone.
- Parts of the cabin don’t feel as rich or premium as they should at this price.
- While the performance is good, you don’t get the exciting handling package you expect from a BMW.
Volvo XC40 Recharge
- ADAS features can be tricky to operate in Indian traffic conditions
- Spare tyre eats into usable boot space
- Segment-above petrol-powered options available at a similar price

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