BMW X3 vs Volvo XC60
Verdict
The Volvo XC60 asks RM333,888 against the BMW X3’s RM320,800, a RM13,088 gap that buys clearly stronger shove: 246 hp and 350 Nm versus 188 hp and 310 Nm, plus a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time against 8.5 seconds. The BMW answers with more luggage room, at 570 litres to 483 litres, and a higher 215 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h. Both are CKD, five-seat, all-wheel-drive compact executive SUVs with six airbags and AEB, so this is mainly pace and warranty against boot space and price.
Pick the BMW X3 if you want the bigger 570-litre boot, lower price and do not need the quicker 6.9-second sprint of the Volvo.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you want the stronger 246 hp output, quicker 0-100 km/h time and longer 5-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X3 RM320,800; Volvo XC60 RM333,888.
- Output: BMW X3 188 hp and 310 Nm; Volvo XC60 246 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: BMW X3 8.5 seconds; Volvo XC60 6.9 seconds.
- Top speed: BMW X3 215 km/h; Volvo XC60 180 km/h.
- Boot space: BMW X3 570 litres; Volvo XC60 483 litres.
- Warranty: BMW X3 2 years; Volvo XC60 5 years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 320,800✓ | RM 333,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Engine | 1,998 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Power | 188 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.5 s | 6.9 s✓ |
| Top speed | 215 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,755 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Boot space | 570 L✓ | 483 L |
| Fuel tank | — | 71 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 5✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 428✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
X3
- Larger 570-litre boot
- Higher 215 km/h top speed
- RM13,088 cheaper
- 188 hp and 310 Nm trail the Volvo
- Slower 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Shorter 2-year warranty
XC60
- Stronger 246 hp and 350 Nm outputs
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Longer 5-year warranty
- Smaller 483-litre boot
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
- Costs RM13,088 more
X3 vs XC60 FAQ
Is the BMW X3 or Volvo XC60 better?
The Volvo XC60 is the better pick for performance and warranty, with 246 hp, 350 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and 5-year coverage. Choose the BMW X3 if boot space and price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC60 costs RM13,088 more than the BMW X3, at RM333,888 versus RM320,800.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The BMW X3 has the bigger boot at 570 litres, while the Volvo XC60 offers 483 litres. For luggage-heavy family use, the BMW has the clearer advantage.