BMW X3 PHEV vs Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the BMW X3 PHEV and the Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. and Hariphil Asia Resources Inc. (HARI). Last verified .
Photo: BMW AG (bmw.com.au), via bmw.com.au.
BMW X3 PHEV
30e xDrive xLine variant
- SRP
- ₱4,698,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱81,754
Photo: Volvo Cars Philippines, via volvocars.com.
Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid
T8 Ultra AWD Plug-in Hybrid variant
- SRP
- ₱5,450,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱94,840
How they differ
- The BMW X3 PHEV is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱4,698,000, which is ₱752,000 (14%) below the Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid at ₱5,450,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the X3 PHEV is estimated at ₱81,754 a month against ₱94,840 for the XC90 Plug-in Hybrid, a difference of ₱13,086 a month.
- The XC90 Plug-in Hybrid makes more power (462.4 PS against 299 PS for the X3 PHEV).
- The XC90 Plug-in Hybrid has more torque (709 Nm against 450 Nm for the X3 PHEV).
- The XC90 Plug-in Hybrid is the longer vehicle (4,953 mm against 4,755 mm for the X3 PHEV).
- The XC90 Plug-in Hybrid seats 7, the X3 PHEV seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | BMW X3 PHEV30e xDrive xLine, ₱4,698,000 | Volvo XC90 Plug-in HybridT8 Ultra AWD Plug-in Hybrid, ₱5,450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4 petrol, plug-in hybrid | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol plug-in hybrid (T8) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1998 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 299 PS | 462.4 PS |
| Max torque (differs) | 450 Nm | 709 Nm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery capacity (differs) | 19.7 kWh | 18.8 kWh |
| Electric range (differs) | 91 km | 77 km |
| Range test cycle (differs) | WLTP | n/a |
| Motor power (differs) | 135 kW | n/a |
| AC charging (differs) | 11 kW | n/a |
| Charging time (differs) | n/a | About 2.5 to 3 h for a full AC charge |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 8-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | All-wheel drive (xDrive) | AWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4755 mm | 4953 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1920 mm | 1931 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1660 mm | 1767 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2865 mm | 2984 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 2140 kg | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 5 | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 50 L | 71 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 460 L | 262 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 21-inch alloy |
| Safety | ||
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Pilot Assist, intersection auto brake, steering support to avoid pedestrians, cyclists and scooters |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | n/a | 11.2-inch centre touchscreen, Google built-in (Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play) with a four-year digital services package |
| Instrument panel (differs) | n/a | 12.3-inch digital driver display |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED with Thor's Hammer daytime running lights |
| Other features (differs) | n/a | 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio, four-zone climate control, air suspension with active dampers, panoramic sunroof, quilted Nappa leather seats, Orrefors crystal gear selector |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years, unlimited mileage |
| Battery warranty (differs) | n/a | High-voltage battery 8 years or 150,000 km |
Highlighted rows differ between columns.
Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



