We compare two of the freshest competitors in the premium SUV segment.
BMW X3 xDrive28i: From $72,930 plus on-road costs. 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol; 180kW/350Nm; 8-sp auto; 7.5L/100km combined; AWD.
Volvo XC60 T6 Luxury: From $74,590 plus on-road costs. 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged petrol; 224kW/440Nm; 6-sp auto; 10.5L/100km combined; AWD.
Value
BMW
Comes in $1660 cheaper than the Volvo. Standard gear includes 19-inch alloys, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, rear view camera with top view, front and rear parking sensors, LED daytime running lights, Bi-Xenon headlights, electric front seats (drivers with seat memory), sat-nav, keyless entry and start, leather seats, 8.8-inch display screen, nine-speaker stereo and electric park brake. Our car was fitted with a $2900 optional M Sport package - among other options - bringing sports suspension, variable sports steering, higher grade sports seats and M steering wheel with paddle shifters.
Volvo
Behind on price, but still loaded with an almost identical level of equipment - the main differences being the omission of front parking sensors, smaller 18-inch alloy wheels, a 7-inch colour screen and an eight-speaker stereo, plus the addition of active bending headlights. Gets a five-star safety rating, as with the BMW, but also comes fitted with a city safety function, which automatically applies the brakes at speeds up to 31km/h. The Volvo is also available in a sportier guise, the $78,590 R-Design, bringing sportier exterior looks and driving dynamics.
Winner: BMW
Interior
BMW
The X3 has been refreshed for 2014, boasting a more premium interior finish and a higher grade of materials. The end result is one of the most impressive fitouts for this segment, underscored by ample cubby holes, huge storage bins in the doors and soft, cosseting sports seats. Optional M-Sport steering wheel is one of the nicest going, too. Both the front and rear seats offer ample head room and slightly superior leg room to the Volvo, while the 550-litre boot trumps its competitor's 495-litre layout. Intricate soft lighting, a temperature dial for back-seat passengers and a rear power tailgate complete the package.
Volvo
A similarly brilliant fitout with soft leather seats, carpet and premium materials on all the important contact points. Persists with a litany of buttons in the centre fascia in lieu of the BMW's clever iDrive rotary dial, but still looks neat nonetheless. An adaptive digital display in the instrument cluster brings stylish, easy-to-read graphics and different themes – a nice touch. The XC60 boasts in-built child booster seats in the outside rear pews, while soft leather adorns the front seat backs in place of the BMW's hard plastic faces. Also gets a power rear tailgate and rear air vents, but features smaller door pockets and less storage options than the X3.
Winner: Draw
Under the bonnet
BMW
Makes do with a smaller capacity, turbocharged four-cylinder, which reaches peak power and torque values from a more accessible 5000rpm and 1250 rpm. The centrepiece is a slinky eight-speed automatic that is ideally suited in both normal and sport modes, bringing smooth and well-timed shifts between cogs. All-wheel drive system works unobtrusively in the background to ensure brilliant grip levels. The official 0-100km/h claim of 6.7 seconds seems largely achievable, however we couldn't get anywhere near the fuel claim, instead hovering at about 10L/100km on predominantly open roads.
Volvo
Has the BMW's measure in outright power and torque – but needs to rev more to reach peak values. The XC60 sprints to 100km/h in a claimed 6.9 seconds. Misses out on the BMW's stop-start idle function but still performed better in economy testing, recording a 9.5L/100km average. The six-speed automatic lacks the refinement and intuitiveness of the X3's eight-speed, but still brings a decent spread of ratios and an aggressive sport mode to the table.
Winner: BMW
How it drives
BMW
One of the most impressive, dynamic performers in its class, the 1740 kilogram X3 offers a degree of agility and on-road finesse that belies its dimensions. Through harder bends, the body is taut and controlled and the 19-inch Michelin tyres hold on tenaciously. The steering is ultra sharp and precise in all driving settings. The ultimate trump card is that the X3 manages all of the above without any great compromises in passenger comfort; just a ride that tends towards busy over broken surfaces. A refined drive that is well insulated from road and wind noise.
Volvo
With an 1846 kilogram kerb weight, the Volvo feels decidedly heavier than the BMW, particularly through the bends. The front end is prone to pushing wide (understeer) during aggressive driving and there is less body control – contributing to the XC60 sometimes squirming out of fast corners. In regular driving, the Volvo is largely compliant, though not as cosseting as the X3; sharp imperfections tend to unsettle the cabin more at all speeds and mid-corner bumps are relayed through the steering wheel. The steering is also noticeably slower at low speeds, with 2.9 turns lock-to-lock.
Winner: BMW
Ownership costs
BMW
The X3 isn't sold with fixed priced servicing but is offered with a basic five-year/80,000km servicing package (for common consumables including oil, oil filter, fuel filter etc) priced at $1090. Package does not include major servicing issues. Servicing intervals are calculated based on the conditions in which the vehicle is used. Warranty is rated at three years/unlimited kilometres.
Volvo
Similarly, the XC60 misses out on capped price servicing. As an indicative minimum, the first three years or 60,000 kilometres of servicing is priced at $450 per 12 month/15,000 interval. Standard warranty is three-year/unlimited kilometres.
Winner: Draw
Verdict
BMW
An impressive overall package, both in terms of interior fitout and driving enjoyment. Takes out this comparison with strong results across the board.
Volvo
A great product in isolation, the XC60 doesn't match the refinement and on-road engagement of the X3. Still a great SUV nonetheless.
Winner: BMW X3
http://www.drive.com.au/new-car-comparison/bmw-x3-v-volvo-xc60-20140918-10i2hs.html
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吉利完败鉴定完毕
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安全性，宝马也是杠杠的，绝对不比窝窝差。
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30d vs d5也是30d完胜
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这不就是 海马 vs 吉利嘛！
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肯定是X3了 档次都不一样
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沃尔沃要是这么好，干嘛要卖给吉利啊。呵呵
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X3
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x3和x5基本是现在这个区间的神车
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喔喔应该把价格拉下来一点，不能比x3高呀。看看三月份Volvo的销量就知道了。
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