With prices for the Volvo EX30 having been revealed, it is now time to see how the Swedish brand’s smallest EV fares against its rivals. More than a few brands offer an entry-level luxury electric SUV, making the segment among the densest in the Indian market as there are 10 models to choose from. The EX30 will see competition from the slightly larger Volvo EX40 and the EC40 coupe-SUV, along with the likes of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, BYD Sealion 7, Kia EV6, BMW iX1 LWB, Mini Countryman Electric, Tesla Model Y and Mercedes EQA.

Volvo EX30 dimensions vs rivals

EX30 is the smallest entry-level luxury EV; about the same size as the Hyundai Creta Electric

*Model Y laden ground clearance is 138mm
^Laden ground clearance 

In terms of its size and space, the Volvo EX30 is the smallest of the lot. In fact, its dimensions are more comparable to the likes of the Hyundai Creta Electric, which has a 4,340mm length, 1,790mm width, 1,655mm height, and a wheelbase that is 2,610mm long. The next smallest models here are the other two Volvos and the Countryman Electric, though the EQA is the narrowest entry-level luxury EV and has the smallest boot.

BYD’s Sealion 7 is the longest e-SUV here by 40mm, though it’s the Ioniq 5 that has the longest wheelbase (3,000mm), the highest ground clearance (176mm), and the largest wheels. The Model Y is the widest of the lot – 57mm wider than the BYD, which is next in line – and has the largest boot and frunk by a significant margin. Other notable bits of data include the iX1 LWB having the smallest wheels and the EX40 and EC40 having a frunk despite being ICE conversions.

Volvo EX30 battery and performance vs rivals

EX30 has a quicker 0-100kph time than EX40, but slower than EC40

While the EX30 and EX40 have the same 69kWh-sized battery, the smaller EV gets a more powerful rear axle-mounted motor (272hp compared to 238hp), which helps it post a 0-100kph time that is comparable to the 340hp Model Y Long Range and 325hp Kia EV6. However, the 408hp EC40 coupe is quicker still, while the 530hp Sealion 7 AWD takes the top spot with a time of 4.5 seconds. It should be noted that all the front wheel drive models here – the EQA, Countryman Electric and iX1 LWB – have the longest 0-100kph times.

In terms of capacity, the EV6 has the largest battery pack here, leading the Sealion 7. The Tesla comes with a smaller 64kWh and 78.1kWh battery options, with the former falling short of the BMW iX1 and the Mini Countryman EV, which share the same 66.5kWh unit. Note that the EQA’s 70.5kWh battery capacity is a net figure and is likely to be comparable to the Ioniq 5, EC40 or Model Y Long range’s gross capacity.

Volvo EX30 range and charging vs rivals

EX30’s battery has more WLTP range and quicker charging times than the EX40

^10-80% state of charge (SOC)
*MIDC range

Despite having the same battery capacity and a more powerful motor, the EX30 can go 5km more on a full charge than the EX40. The smallest Volvo EV’s WLTP range is comparable to the Sealion 7 with the smaller battery. However, it is the Model Y Long Range can go the furthest on a single charge, with a figure of 622km. The BYD’s 82.56kWh battery does not help its case as much in terms of range, as the EQA and EC40 have a higher WLTP rating. Of the MIDC-rated models, the Kia EV6 has the longest range; the MIDC figure is usually higher than the WLTP one and not comparable.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 have the quickest charging times here, though the Volvo EX30 and EC40, along with the Mini Countryman Electric aren’t too far behind. The Model Y is claimed to gain 238km of range with just 15 minutes, which translates to a 10-80 percent charge in about 30 minutes. The Sealion 7’s battery takes the longest to go from 10 percent to 80 percent state of charge (SOC).

Volvo EX30 price vs rivals

EX30 is the most affordable entry-level EV; Model Y is the most expensive

Even after the introductory pricing period ends, the Volvo EX30 is by far the most affordable entry-level luxury EV, undercutting all its rivals by a significant margin. It should be noted that the Volvo is a smaller SUV, and our EX30 review did find shortcomings in terms of space and features. On the other hand, the Model Y Long Range has the highest asking price here, and it’s followed by the Mercedes EQA and the Kia EV6. The Sealion 7 AWD, Volvo EC40 and the top-spec Countryman Electric variants have similar asking prices, while the the entry-level Sealion 7 Premium and BMW iX1 LWB both duck under the Rs 50 lakh mark.

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