BMW 325xi vs Volvo V70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Volvo V70
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325xi | 3.2 |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,800 (best) | $33,550 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 235 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,300 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,560 lbs (best) | 3,904 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.9 in (best) |
| Length | 178.2 in | 189.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.3 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 60.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo V703.2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 325xi | Volvo 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 |