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BMW 325xi vs Volvo V70

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2006 BMW 325xi

Overview

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
Selected trim325xi3.2
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20062010

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
MSRP$32,800 (best)$33,550
Lowest listing price$4,399 (best)
Median listing price$4,399 (best)
Highest listing price$4,399 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
Combined MPG20 MPG21 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15.9 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
Horsepower215 hp235 hp (best)
Torque185 lb-ft236 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L3.2 L (best)
CylindersI6I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume12 cu ft72.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,300 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,560 lbs (best)3,904 lbs
Wheelbase108.7 in110.9 in (best)
Length178.2 in189.9 in (best)
Width71.5 in73.3 in (best)
Height55.9 in60.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 325xi325xiVolvo V703.2
Open recalls (YMM scope)63 (best)

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.

TrimBMW 325xiVolvo V70
1

325xi

$32,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3.2

$33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

325xi

$34,600 MSRP

3.2 R-Design

$38,000 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 325xi vs Volvo V70 FAQ

Which is better: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325xi vs 2010 Volvo V70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 BMW 325xi starts lower at $32,800. Live Volvo V70 listings start at $4,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2006 BMW 325xi leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (235).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).