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BMW 328i xDrive vs Volvo V70

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 V703.2
Selected trim328i xDrive SULEV3.2
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162010

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V703.2
MSRP$40,350$33,550 (best)
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 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V703.2
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V703.2
Horsepower240 hp (best)235 hp
Torque255 lb-ft (best)236 lb-ft
Engine size2 L3.2 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V703.2
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume13 cu ft72.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,300 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,635 lbs (best)3,904 lbs
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)
Wheelbase110.6 in110.9 in (best)
Length182.4 in189.9 in (best)
Width71.3 in73.3 in (best)
Height56.5 in60.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEVVolvo V703.2
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)3

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 V70
1

328i xDrive SULEV

$40,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3.2

$33,550 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

328i xDrive

$42,650 MSRP

3.2 R-Design

$38,000 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 328i xDrive vs Volvo V70 FAQ

Which is better: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 328i xDrive 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: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Volvo V70 starts lower at $33,550. Live Volvo V70 listings start at $4,399.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,550).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2016 BMW 328i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2016 BMW 328i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 BMW 328i xDrive or 2010 Volvo V70?
The 2010 Volvo V70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).