Volvo EX30
Volvo’s smallest and most affordable car in India, a compact electric SUV with a 272 hp rear motor and a claimed 480 km range. It suits city buyers who want a premium badge, quick performance and a full safety kit without paying for a large luxury SUV.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- Single rear electric motor
- Range
- 480 km claimed
- 272 hp rear motor, 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds
- 69 kWh battery, 480 km claimed range
- 10-80% charge in about 28 minutes on a fast DC charger
- Panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera standard
- Compact 4,233 mm length suits city parking
- Volvo’s cheapest car in India at ₹41 lakh
- Ultra₹41.00 lakh
It is the only version on sale and comes well equipped. Worth it for a couple or small family doing mostly city and short highway runs; families who need rear-seat space and a big boot should look at a larger electric SUV.
- Skoda Kodiaq₹36.99 – 46.99 lakh
- Toyota Fortuner₹34.76 – 50.46 lakh
- Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh
Volvo EX30 specifications
- Claimed range480 km claimed
- TransmissionSingle-speed automatic
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typeElectric
- EngineSingle rear electric motor
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | Single rear electric motor |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Single-speed automatic |
| Power | 272 hp |
| Torque | 343 Nm |
| Battery | 69 kWh |
| Claimed range | 480 km claimed |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4233 mm |
| Width | 1838 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm |
| Ground clearance | 171 mm |
| Boot space | 318 litres |
Volvo EX30 variants: price and features
- Base variantEX30
Ultra
₹41.00 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Panoramic sunroof
- 360-degree camera with 3D view
- Pilot Assist (Level 2 ADAS)
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- Panoramic sunroof
- 360-degree camera with 3D view
- Pilot Assist (Level 2 ADAS)
- Park Pilot Assist (automated parking)
- Google built-in
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
Our verdict on the EX30
The EX30 is the easiest way into a new Volvo in India at ₹41 lakh ex-showroom. It is quick, with 272 hp from a rear motor, and the claimed 480 km range is enough for most weekly use with home charging. The standard kit is generous for the price: panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, Pilot Assist and automated parking. The trade-offs are real, though. The rear seat is tight, the boot is small at 318 litres, and every control runs through the single centre screen, with no display in front of the driver. If you need family space, a Hyundai Ioniq 5 or BYD Sealion 7 gives more room for similar money. If you mainly drive in the city and want a small, safe and premium electric car, the EX30 makes sense.
Good things
- Strong performance from the 272 hp rear motor
- Generous standard kit including panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera and Pilot Assist
- Compact size makes it easy to park and drive in cities
- Claimed 480 km range is enough for most weekly use
Could be better
- Rear seat legroom is tight for adults
- 318-litre boot is small, and the front trunk is tiny
- No driver display; speed and most controls sit on the centre screen
- Larger electric SUVs from Hyundai, Kia and BYD offer more space for similar money
Volvo EX30 colours and photos
- Crystal White
- Cloud Blue
- Onyx Black
- Vapour Grey
- Sand Dune
Volvo EX30: a small, quick electric Volvo for the city
The EX30 is Volvo’s entry point in India. It is 4,233 mm long, a little longer than many compact SUVs, but built as a premium electric car rather than a family hauler. Volvo sells one version, the Ultra, with a single rear motor and the Extended Range battery, at ₹41 lakh ex-showroom. That makes the choice simple, as the only decisions left are colour and interior theme.
The motor makes 272 hp and 343 Nm, which Volvo says gets the EX30 from 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds. The 69 kWh battery is rated for up to 480 km. On a fast DC charger, a 10-80% top-up takes about 28 minutes, and an 11 kW AC wallbox charges it fully in about eight hours. Real-world range will be lower than the claim, especially at highway speeds.
Inside, Volvo has removed almost every button. One 12.3-inch screen in the middle handles the speedometer, climate, media and settings, with Google built-in for maps and apps. Some buyers like the clean look, others find it fiddly while driving. Book a long test drive, including some time on a busy road, before you commit.
Is the EX30 big enough for a family?
For a couple or a family with one small child, yes. Rear legroom is limited, and Volvo’s own figure for the boot is 318 litres with the seats up. If you regularly carry four adults or lots of luggage, a larger electric SUV such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 will suit you better.
How long does it take to charge?
Volvo quotes about 28 minutes for 10-80% on a fast DC charger, and about eight hours for a full charge on an 11 kW AC wallbox. Most owners will charge at home overnight and use public fast chargers only on longer trips.
Should we buy the EX30 or a larger EV for the same money?
Buy the EX30 if you value a compact size, quick performance and a premium badge, and you drive mostly in the city. If space and comfort for the whole family matter more, a bigger electric SUV at a similar price gives more room for the money.
EX30 vs rivals
| Spec | Volvo EX30₹41.00 lakh | Skoda Kodiaq₹36.99 – 46.99 lakh | Toyota Fortuner₹34.76 – 50.46 lakh | Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh | MG Majestor₹43.49 – 45.99 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engines | Single rear electric motor | 2.0 TSI turbo petrol | 2.7 petrol, 2.8 diesel, 2.8 diesel mild-hybrid | 2.0 diesel | 2.0 twin-turbo diesel |
| Power | 272 hp | 150 kW (204 PS) | 204 PS | 177 PS | 215.5 PS |
| Gearbox | Single-speed automatic | 7-speed DSG automatic, 4x4 standard | Manual, Automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Mileage | 480 km claimed | 14.86 km/l | 10 km/l | 17.5 km/l | 12 km/l |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
| Boot | 318 litres | 281 litres | 296 litres | 580 litres | 343 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | EX30 vs Kodiaq | EX30 vs Fortuner | EX30 vs C5 Aircross | EX30 vs Majestor |
Volvo EX30 range
- ElectricAutomatic
- Claimed range
- 480 km
Volvo EX30 on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹43.00 lakh
- Mumbai₹43.00 lakh
- Bengaluru₹43.00 lakh
- Chennai₹43.00 lakh
- Kolkata₹43.00 lakh
- Bhopal₹43.00 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
EX30 EMI
₹68,886 a month
On ₹41.00 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹8.20 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹8.53 lakh.
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Volvo EX30 FAQ
What is the price of the Volvo EX30 in India?
The Volvo EX30 costs ₹41.00 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Volvo EX30 come with?
The Volvo EX30 is sold with electric power (Single rear electric motor).
What is the range of the Volvo EX30?
The claimed range of the Volvo EX30 is 480 km claimed from a 69 kWh battery.
How many people can the Volvo EX30 seat?
The Volvo EX30 is a 5-seater suv.
What is the length of the Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 is 4233 mm long, 1838 mm wide and 1550 mm tall, with a 2650 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Volvo EX30 have?
The Volvo EX30 has 318 litres of boot space.
Does the Volvo EX30 come with an automatic gearbox?
The Volvo EX30 is offered with single-speed automatic gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 has 171 mm of ground clearance.
Which Volvo EX30 variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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