Comparison
BMW i4 vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW i4 318 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $57,900 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 30 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile BMW i4 5.5 vs 4.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW i4
318 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $182/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 30 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 302 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW i4
84.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $38,950 |
| Range | 318 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW i4 if you want the longer rated range (318 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 30 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $182/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW i4 has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
BMW i45.5 Volvo EX34.5 250 kW30 min 153 kW26 min
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