2022 Volvo S60 vs. 2022 BMW 3-Series

Volvo and BMW are two of the most popular car brands in the world, each with numerous fans and critics alike. If you're currently considering buying either of these cars, it's important to know that they don't just have similar features - they are also extremely similar in terms of their performance, fuel efficiency, and pricing. In this article, we will compare 2022 Volvo S60 vs. the 2022 BMW 3-Series to help you determine which car would be best for your needs.

Design & Style

• Exterior Design

You could say that even though both of these cars are very much in line with their predecessors, there is something about both of them that makes them unique. In the case of the 2022 Volvo S60, you are looking at a car that has a very aerodynamic style, which will make it sleek and help with fuel economy while ensuring you get some incredible speeds out of your car as well. It also features dual sliding doors on each side, and each front door has its cover to keep you safe when in a rush or if there is inclement weather outside. On top of all of that, it comes equipped with its own lane-keeping system to help you stay right where you need to be during those long drives through new territories.

• Interior Design

Volvo's 2022 S60 interior is modern, comfortable, and gives an impression of luxury. The seats are covered with fine leather making you experience ultimate comfort while driving. Rear seats are wide and can comfortably accommodate three adults in a good manner. There is provision for a 12V in-car power socket and dual USB ports at the front console for charging electronic devices. 

Technology & Safety

Since these two are all luxury vehicles, you can expect a good deal of high tech to come standard on both, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and an advanced collision avoidance system for avoiding that potential accident in progress. The safety equipment on both vehicles is about average for vehicles in its class, but it doesn't seem that either company has prioritized safety above comfort and performance as much as we would like.

Performance

2022 Volvo S60 and 2022 BMW 3-Series are both equipped with 2.0L 4 Cylinder Inline engines. But, although they have the type of 2.0L engine, there is still a significant difference in engine torque between them (191 lb.-ft and 258 lb.-ft). 

Thanks to its standard hybrid drivetrain, on which both a gas engine and an electric motor provide power to the wheels, the 2022 Volvo S60 is a winner when it comes to fuel economy. Its combined EPA rating of 78 mpg makes it one of the most efficient cars on sale today. The 4-cylinder engine in 2022 BMW 3-Series isn't too shabby either; thanks to direct injection technology and auto stop/start functionality, it returns 33 mpg combined city/highway fuel economy-which is less than that of its rival but still class-leading for its segment. 2 more miles per gallon may not seem like much on paper, but over time they can add up!

The Bottom Line

The 2022 Volvo S60 may have more power, but in terms of style and refinement, it can't beat the experience offered by the BMW 3-Series. Performance is a close second in favor of BMW, followed by safety and cargo capacity-these are all areas where both vehicles excel. However, we prefer the more affordable Volvo over its German rival when it comes to the overall value for money. 

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