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Volvo EX30 vs Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Volvo EX30 vs Volvo EX30 Cross Country

The Volvo EX30 and Volvo EX30 Cross Country are closely related EVs built on the same platform. The EX30 targets urban drivers who want a compact, efficient SUV with low running costs. The EX30 Cross Country adds off-road styling, raised ride height, and standard all-wheel drive, aimed at buyers who need light off-road ability and more versatility beyond city roads.

Range and charging differ slightly due to the setup. The standard EX30 delivers about 344 to 480 km depending on version. The EX30 Cross Country drops to about 330 to 430 km due to AWD and rugged tires, with EPA estimates around 227 miles. Both support similar fast charging, peaking around 150 to 158 kW, and charge from 10 to 80 percent in about 25 to 30 minutes under ideal conditions.

Price positioning puts the EX30 Cross Country above the standard EX30 as the top variant in the lineup. The EX30 serves as the entry point into Volvo’s EV range, while the Cross Country version sits closer to mid-tier pricing due to added hardware and AWD. Both models are rolling out across Europe and select global markets. This comparison helps you decide between a city-focused EV and a more rugged version with broader use cases.

Within the brand, both models sit below larger EVs like the Volvo EX40 and Volvo EX90. Rivals for the EX30 include the Smart #1 and MG4 EV. The EX30 Cross Country also overlaps with rugged small EVs such as the Jeep Avenger Electric and Hyundai Kona Electric.

The Volvo EX30 offers strong efficiency, compact size for city driving, and lower cost, but it lacks all-wheel drive in base trims and has limited ground clearance for rough roads. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country provides standard AWD, better ground clearance, and more versatility for mixed terrain, though it has lower range and higher price.

Quick verdict; Choose the EX30 for urban efficiency and lower cost. Choose the EX30 Cross Country if you need AWD and light off-road capability.

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	Volvo EX30 Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Price	$35,000.00
Our Rating	5.5 5.5
Brand	Volvo Volvo
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Volvo EX30 Single Motor
Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range
Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Volvo EX30 Cross Country Twin Motor Performance

LAUNCH

Announced	2023, June 07 2025, February 10
Status	Available to order. Released 2023, June Available to order. Released 2025, February
Country of origin	Sweden
Base Price	€ 36,800 £ 34,000 - Volvo EX30 Single Motor $ 35,000 € 42,000 £ 38,550 - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range $ 46,200 € 45,300 £ 41,000 - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance

PERFORMANCE

Power	RWD 272 hp (200 kW) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor RWD 272 hp (200 kW) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range AWD 428 hp (315 kW) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance AWD 428 hp (315 kW)
Torque	253 lb-ft (343 Nm) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 253 lb-ft (343 Nm) - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 543 Nm (400 lb-ft) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 400 lb-ft (543 Nm)
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	5.7 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 5.3 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 3.4 sec 0-60 mph (3.6 sec 0-62 mph) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 3.7 sec 0-62 mph
Max Speed	112 mph (180 km/h) 112 mph (180 km/h)
transmission	Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	51 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 69 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 69 kWh total - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 69 kWh total
Tech	Li-ion LFP battery - Volvo EX30 Single Motor NMC battery - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range NMC battery - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance NMC battery
Range	214 mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 298 mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 286 mi WLTP (275 mi EPA) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 265 mi WLTP
Consumption	269 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor 253 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 262 Wh/mi WLTP (265 Wh/mi EPA) - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance 301 Wh/mi WLTP
Recuperation	Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h Type 2 22 kW
DC Charging	CCS 134 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Single CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance CCS 153 kW max, 10-80% in 26 min
Others	V2L (vehicle to load) charging

BODY

Type	5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats
Platform	SEA SEA
Dimensions	166.7 x 72.3 x 61.0 in (4233 x 1836 x 1549 mm) 166.7 x 72.8 x 61.7 in (4233 x 1850 x 1567 mm)
Wheelbase	104.3 in (2650 mm) 104.3 in (2650 mm)
Clearance	7.8 in (197 mm)
Weight	EU: 1833 kg unladen, 2216 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Single Motor EU: 1830 kg unladen, 2235 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range EU: 1943 kg unladen, 2338 kg gross - Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance EU: 4156 lb unladen, 5148 lb gross
Wheels	R18, R19, R20 R18, R19
Trunk/Boot	EU: 11.2 ft³ EU: 11.2 ft³
Frunk/Bonnet	Yes Yes
Towing	Yes Yes

DISPLAYS

Centre	12.3" touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen
Driver's Display	No No
Head-Up	No No

COMFORT

Seats	Heated front seats Heated front seats
Roof	Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Pilot Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Pilot
Connectivity	Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags

Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system

Driving Aids

Run off road mitigation, Front cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Accident avoidance and collision mitigation, Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear collisions, Lane Departure Warning, Rear cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Mitigating collisions with oncoming traffic by braking, Steering intervention to protect pedestrians and cyclists Run off road mitigation, Front cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Accident avoidance and collision mitigation, Rear impact mitigation - preventive protection in the event of imminent rear collisions, Lane Departure Warning, Rear cross traffic alert with automatic brake, Mitigating collisions with oncoming traffic by braking, Steering intervention to protect pedestrians and cyclists