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BMW 328i xDrive vs Volvo V60 Cross Country

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

Vehicles

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2016 BMW 328i xDrive

Overview

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
Selected trim328i xDrive SULEVB5 Plus
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20162026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
MSRP$40,350 (best)$52,300
Lowest listing price$31,699 (best)
Median listing price$36,429 (best)
Highest listing price$49,999 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
Combined MPG26 MPG26 MPG
City MPG22 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)31 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
Horsepower240 hp247 hp (best)
Torque255 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,635 lbs (best)4,040 lbs
Ground clearance5.7 in8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase110.6 in113.2 in (best)
Length182.4 in188.5 in (best)
Width71.3 in75.4 in (best)
Height56.5 in59.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V60 Cross CountryB5 Plus
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimBMW 328i xDriveVolvo V60 Cross Country
1

328i xDrive SULEV

$40,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Plus

$52,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

328i xDrive

$42,650 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$57,600 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 328i xDrive vs Volvo V60 Cross Country FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 328i xDrive vs 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 328i xDrive starts lower at $40,350. Live Volvo V60 Cross Country listings start at $31,699.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country?
The 2016 BMW 328i xDrive leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (40,350).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country?
The 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country leads on horsepower in this comparison (247).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country?
The 2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).