Comparison
BMW iX vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW iX 364 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $87,900 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 32 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile BMW iX 5.5 vs 4.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW iX
364 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $241/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 32 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 347 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW iX
95.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $38,950 |
| Range | 364 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 195 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW iX if you want the longer rated range (364 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 32 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $241/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW iX has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
BMW iX5.5 Volvo EX34.5 195 kW32 min 153 kW26 min
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