BMW 325i vs Volvo S60
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Volvo S60
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325i | B5 Core |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2006 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,900 (best) | $42,600 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 15.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 247 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft (best) | 11.6 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,285 lbs (best) | 3,746 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.1 in (best) |
| Length | 178.2 in | 188.1 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.8 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325i325i | Volvo S60B5 Core |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 325i | Volvo S60 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325i $30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | B5 Core $42,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | B5 Core $44,900 MSRP |
| 3 | — | B5 Plus $45,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | B5 Plus $47,750 MSRP |
| 5 | — | B5 Ultra $50,300 MSRP |
| 6 | — | B5 Ultra Black Edition $51,000 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T8 Core $52,100 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T8 Plus $54,900 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T8 Ultra $57,400 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T8 Ultra Black Edition $58,100 MSRP |