The new 2024 Volvo EX30 will cost less than £34,000 and hit 62mph in 3.6 seconds.
The new Volvo EX30 sits below the recently updated XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge in the brand's growing EV range (there's also the range-topping Volvo EX90 coming later this year) and aims to attract a younger customer than Volvo's traditional audience.
With some impressive stats, a Scandi-cool image and a tempting price-point, lets take a closer look at the new Volvo EX30 in more detail.
New 2024 Volvo EX30 price and release date
After some teaser photos earlier this year, the new Volvo EX30 has been officially revealed to the world, with order books opened at the same. That means that we should see the first Volvo EX30s hit the road in early 2024 once the first deliveries are made.
The Volvo EX30 is the most affordable electric Volvo you can buy, with prices starting at £33,795. That's over £12,000 than the cheapest Volvo XC40 Recharge and this buys you a Single Motor version of the EX30 with a 51kWh battery. Opt for the Single Motor Extended Range with a larger 69kWh battery and prices start at £38,545, while the ultra-fast Twin Motor Performance flagship model begins at £40,995.
Despite the relatively attractive starting price of the Volvo EX30 (in comparison to other electric SUVs at least), Volvo is also offering the EX30 on a monthly subscription. This all-inclusive packaged is called Care by Volvo and includes scheduled servicing, a three-year, 60,000-mile warranty, tyre inspection (with free tyre replacement if needed) and roadside assistance. Subscription prices for the Volvo EX30 start from £579 a month.
New 2024 Volvo EX30: exterior and interior
The new Volvo EX30 shares the same design language that we've seen with the forthcoming EX90, with a clean, minimalist look with aerodynamically-efficient details. The strong stance and chunky rear shoulders are complemented by large alloy wheels to really give the EX30 a sporty look.
Step inside the new Volvo EX30 and the uncluttered and considered design aesthetic continues, with a Google Automotive-based infotainment system the gateway the the EX30's controls and features. Via a large 12.3-inch touchscreen you can access a wide range of apps, including Google Maps, Waze and Spotify, with Google voice assistant on hand as well. Android users will simply need to login (there's no Android Auto), but Apple users have the option to connect their phone via Apple CarPlay.
Rather than speakers positioned in the door, the Volvo EX30 enjoys a Harman Kardon premium sound system with a soundbar that runs across the width of the dashboard to mimic home audio systems. It also means that it frees up space in the doors as well.
Following other cars in the range, the new Volvo EX30 will be available in Core, Plus and Ultra trims, though the entry-level Core trim will only be available after the initial launch.
The Volvo EX30 Pure comes with an impressive level of kit as standard, with dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and steering wheel, front and rear parking sensors and a rear camera. There's also Pilot Assist that not only provides adaptive cruise control, but aids with steering inputs to keep the Volvo EX30 in its lane on motorways.
Step up to the Volvo EX30 Ultra and extra features include a 360-degree camera, Volvo Park Pilot Assist automated parking, a panoramic roof, 20-inch alloy wheels, tinted rear windows and electric front seats.
New 2024 Volvo EX30: range and performance
The new Volvo EX30 uses the same electric underpinnings as the Smart #1 and forthcoming Polestar 4 and is available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive flavours.
The entry-level version of the Volvo EX30 is the Single Motor variant (rear-wheel drive) with a 272PS motor and 51kWh battery. This has an official range of up to 214 miles, while performance is pretty rapid, taking just 5.7 seconds to hit 62mph. It offers 150kW DC fast charging from 10-80% in 26 minutes.
Fancy a bit more range? The new Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the same 272PS output as the standard car but features a larger 69kWh battery that boosts range to 298 miles and a 0-62mph time of just 5.3 seconds. Charging will take as little as 26 minutes from 10-80% via a 175kW DC fast charger.
The new Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance delivers 428PS to all four wheels and rockets the EX30 to 62mph in a blistering 3.6 seconds, though range is a little down on the Single Motor Extended Range version at 286 miles.
Find a used Volvo XC40 for sale
Can't wait for the new Volvo EX30? It might be a bit larger than the EX30, but the current XC40 is still one of our favourite SUVs you can buy. As well as petrol, diesel and hybrid options, there's also a fully electric version, the XC40 Recharge.
A search of heycar's Volvo XC40 Recharge used car listings reveals that you can pick up a two year old example from around £34,000. That means you can already buy a good, used alternative to the new Volvo EX30 without the long wait.
Looking for more new car news?
As well as the newly announced Volvo EX30, there's also the electric Ford Explorer to look forward to, while the new Kia EV9 is an all-electric seven-seater SUV. For all the latest news, check out our guide to all the best new cars of 2023.
Prices for the Volvo EX30 start at £33,795 for the Single Motor model and rise to just over £40,000 for the Twin Motor variant.
The new electric Volvo EX30 will have an EV range of up to 298 miles and take 26 minutes to top up from 10-80%.
No, the Volvo EX30 doesn't replace the XC40 Recharge. The EX30 is smaller than the XC40 Recharge and is quite a bit cheaper.
Introducing the 2024 Volvo EX30
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