BMW 325xi vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325xi | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,800 (best) | $37,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 240 hp (best) |
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,560 lbs (best) | 3,794 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 178.2 in | 190.5 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.8 in (best) |
| Height | 55.9 in | 63.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325xi325xi | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 2 (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.
| Trim | BMW 325xi | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325xi $32,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 325xi $34,600 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | — | T5 Classic Premier $43,050 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T5 Drive-E Platinum $45,675 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum $46,675 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T5 Platinum $47,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T5 Classic Platinum $48,175 MSRP |
BMW 325xi vs Volvo XC70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325xi vs 2016 Volvo XC70 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 2016 Volvo XC70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 BMW 325xi starts lower at $32,800.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2006 BMW 325xi leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,800).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (250).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).