BMW X3 or Volvo XC60?
What are the main differences between the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
BMW X3
- From-price
- €68,887 (valid from 1 December 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid, Mild hybrid
- Electric range (WLTP)
- 85–88 km
- Power
- 145–326 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 570 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 5
Volvo XC60
- From-price
- €66,995 (valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price))
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Plug-in hybrid
- Electric range (WLTP)
- 189–200 km
- Power
- 247–298 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- not confirmed in an official source
- Boot space
- 468 litres (ISO)
- Euro NCAP
- not confirmed in an official source
- Versions in the price list
- 13
How do the versions of the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | BMW X3 BMW X3 30e xDrive | Volvo XC60 XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid Core |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €68,887Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 1 December 2026 | €66,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price) |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €67,386 | €65,690 |
| Specifications | ||
| PowertrainFrom the version’s price list. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | Plug-in hybrid, All-wheel drive | Plug-in hybrid, All-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 220 kW (299 hp) | 247 kW (335 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 6.2 s | 5.7 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 85–88 km electric2.8–3 l/100 km | 200 km electric1 l/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026 | 19.7 kWh | not confirmed in an official source |
| AC chargingSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Fast charging 10-80 %No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | 2,140 kg | not confirmed in an official source |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 2,000 kg | 2,250 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 570 l | 468 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | 4,755 × 1,920 × 1,660 mm | 4,708 × 1,902 × 1,656 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 15 October 2025 | 5 of 5 stars (2025) | not confirmed in an official source |
| Costs (computed) | ||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: BMW Group Nederland, 1 December 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €1,235€14,825 a year on €67,386 | €1,204€14,452 a year on €65,690 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026 | €387 – €423all provinces, 2026 | not confirmed in an official source |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: BMW Group Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 9 November 2026 | €7.173 l/100 km | €2.391 l/100 km |
When do you choose the BMW X3 and when the Volvo XC60?
Choose the BMW X3 if…
- You want a midsize SUV that can tow: 2,000 kg (30e xDrive) to 2,500 kg (diesels and M50 xDrive) braked.
- You want to cover part of your daily trips electrically: the 30e xDrive manages 85 to 88 km on the WLTP cycle.
- You value stable, sure-footed handling, which AutoWeek and ANWB praise.
Choose the Volvo XC60 if…
- you want a roomy, comfortable plug-in hybrid SUV for the family
- you make many short trips you can do electrically (189-200 km WLTP per the price list)
- you want to tow up to 2,250 kg (braked)
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the BMW X3 costs per month: fuel about €90 (WLTP consumption 3 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)) and road tax €129 – €141 depending on the province, together €219 – €231 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Volvo XC60 costs per month: fuel about €30 (WLTP consumption 1 l/100 km, €2.39 per litre (Euro95, CBS 2026-10-19)), together €30 a month. That excludes road tax, depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance. For a plug-in hybrid only the stated WLTP consumption is priced; the other part of the driving (electricity or fuel) is not in it.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X3BMW X3 30e xDrive | €90 | €129 – €141 | €219 – €231 |
| Volvo XC60XC60 T6 AWD Plug-in Hybrid Core | €30 | – | €30 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used BMW X3 or Volvo XC60 cars for sale?
- BMW X3: 400 used cars in our stock, from €7,990. See the used cars
- Volvo XC60: 987 used cars in our stock, from €10,750. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60 cost?
The BMW X3 costs from €68,887 (valid from 1 December 2026) and the Volvo XC60 from €66,995 (valid from 9 November 2026 (provisional price)).
Which goes further, the BMW X3 or the Volvo XC60?
According to WLTP the BMW X3 manages 85–88 km and the Volvo XC60 189–200 km. The Volvo XC60 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60?
The boot of the BMW X3 holds 570 litres and the Volvo XC60 468 litres (ISO). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Where can you read more about the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60?
- All versions and specifications of the BMW X3
- All versions and specifications of the Volvo XC60
- Our review of the BMW X3
- Our review of the Volvo XC60
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: BMW personenauto's per handelsbenaming, nieuw in NL 2026 (data t/m 2026-10-24) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: zitplaatsen, min. massa rijklaar en min. catalogusprijs per handelsbenaming (BMW, nieuw 2026) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: Prijslijst BMW X3 (G45) (ingaande 1 december 2026, versie 1) (document date 1 December 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- BMW Group Nederland: BMW X3: technische gegevens (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: BMW X3 2025 - Euro NCAP assessment (document date 15 October 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): nieuwe Volvo personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (eerste toelating = eerste tenaamstelling NL) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): massa ledig voertuig, massa rijklaar en zitplaatsen van nieuwe EX30/EX40/XC60/V60/XC40 in 2026 (groepen > 10 auto's) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl): De nieuwe Volvo XC60 Long Range Plug-in Hybrid, prijslijst modeljaar 2027 | 9 november 2026 (voorlopige prijslijst) (document date 9 November 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
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