Volvo vs BMW — which to choose?
Detailed comparison based on 7780 real listings in Latvia
📊 Key Metrics
| Metric | Volvo | BMW | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listings | 2915 | 4865 | ✓ BMW — more listings |
| Average Price | €8422 | €13 129 | ✓ Volvo — cheaper |
| Median Price | €6200 | €8790 | ✓ Volvo — cheaper |
| Price Range | €300 – €69 900 | €600 – €145 000 | |
| Average Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Average Mileage | 289 210 km | 263 116 km | ✓ BMW — less mileage |
⛽ Fuel Type
Volvo
Diesel87% (2511)
Petrol6% (184)
Hybrid3% (100)
Gas/LPG2% (70)
Apvidus0% (9)
Universāls0% (6)
BMW
Diesel80% (3865)
Petrol15% (735)
Hybrid3% (136)
Gas/LPG1% (58)
Universāls0% (6)
Sedans0% (3)
Apvidus0% (2)
Hečbeks0% (1)
⚙️ Transmission
Volvo
Automatic29%
Automatic18%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi14%
Manual9%
Automāts 6 ātrumi8%
Manuāla6%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi6%
Automāts 8 ātrumi4%
Automāts 5 ātrumi3%
Automāts 7 ātrumi1%
Pelēka 0%
Melna 0%
Automāts 4 ātrumi0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Melna metālika0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Sudraba 0%
Zila 0%
Automāts 10 ātrumi0%
Balta 0%
Brūna 0%
Automāts 9 ātrumi0%
Sarkana metālika0%
Balta metālika0%
BMW
Automatic27%
Automatic22%
Automāts 8 ātrumi14%
Manuāla 6 ātrumi11%
Automāts 6 ātrumi8%
Manual6%
Manuāla4%
Manuāla 5 ātrumi3%
Automāts 5 ātrumi2%
Automāts 7 ātrumi1%
Automāts 10 ātrumi1%
Melna 0%
Melna metālika0%
Automāts 9 ātrumi0%
Automāts 4 ātrumi0%
Zila metālika0%
Pelēka 0%
Pelēka metālika0%
Sudraba metālika0%
Zila 0%
Brūna metālika0%
Manuāla 8 ātrumi0%
Manuāla 7 ātrumi0%
Balta 0%
Gaiši zila metālika0%
Brūna 0%
Manuāla 10 ātrumi0%
Zaļa metālika0%
🏆 Popular Models
Volvo
💰 Price Distribution
| Range | Volvo | BMW |
|---|---|---|
| < €3,000 | 23% (659) | 10% (466) |
| €3,000–5,000 | 19% (567) | 18% (891) |
| €5,000–10,000 | 32% (929) | 30% (1446) |
| €10,000–20,000 | 17% (501) | 24% (1171) |
| €20,000–35,000 | 8% (223) | 12% (573) |
| €35,000+ | 1% (36) | 7% (318) |
🎯 Verdict
BMW wins on: less mileage, more listings. Volvo excels in: cheaper. Both brands are excellent choices — the final decision depends on your budget and needs.
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Open comparison tool →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
▶Which is cheaper — Volvo or BMW?
By average price in Latvia, Volvo is cheaper at €8422, compared to €13 129 for BMW.
▶Volvo or BMW — which is more reliable?
Both brands offer reliable models. Volvo average mileage is 289 210 km, BMW — 263 116 km. Lower mileage may indicate better condition.
▶How many Volvo and BMW listings are there in Latvia?
Currently there are 2915 Volvo and 4865 BMW listings in Latvia.
▶Which car is better for families — Volvo or BMW?
Both brands have great family models. Volvo top models: Xc 60, V70, Xc 90. BMW: 320, X5, 530.
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