Discover What the Electrified Volvo EX30 Can Do

Sometimes, it can feel like the auto industry is just about producing more of the same, year after year, with only minor things differentiating one vehicle from another. But other times... other times we get to enjoy new and exciting vehicles that redefine everything we know about what a car can be.

We’re definitely living in one of those times as we see how manufacturers embrace the all-electric future and create revolutionary new electric vehicles for sale. Few models on the market today exemplify what we mean quite like the Volvo EX30, which is one of the most beautifully designed and boldly engineered vehicles we’ve ever seen. If you want to know more about the EX30 and everything it can do, then you’re in the right place…

What’s the Volvo EX30?

The Volvo EX30 is an all-new, all-electric subcompact SUV that’s about to set a new standard for what we expect in a vehicle. It’s a gorgeous piece of machinery with sleek lines and bold performance designed for people who want something special and different in a crossover. Whether you’re looking for the perfect daily driver or you need a savvy vehicle for your next road trip, the EX30 is an amazing choice.

This is the smallest SUV that Volvo has ever made, making it a terrific choice for city driving through crowded streets or if you have a downsized lifestyle. Don’t let the EX30's modest size fool you, however, because Volvo has packed serious power and remarkable features into this stunning new ride.

Two Incredible Powertrains

As a battery electric vehicle (BEV), the Volvo EX30 lacks a conventional engine; it's powered instead by battery packs and a motor (or two). Some people are worried about what this means for the auto industry, and they associate BEVs with the timid hybrid models we saw some 20 years ago. Modern BEVs, however, deliver tremendous power, heart-racing performance, and fantastic traveling ranges that let you go anywhere you want. The Volvo EX30 is the perfect example of that and beautifully illustrates just how impressive this can be.

You have two options available to you for the kind of performance you want; there’s no wrong answer here, so your preferences will help you decide which one is right for you. To start with, the traditional EX30 comes with a single-motor configuration for extended range while still giving you terrific performance. This model utilizes a 69-kWh battery and one motor that delivers 268 hp and 253 lb-ft of torque, with a top speed of 112 mph. Despite its small size, this EX30 offers 2,000 lbs of towing capacity while also going up to 275 miles from a full charge.

If you’re more interested in high-end performance than maximum range, then take a good look at the twin-motor drivetrain that’s available. This one has a pair of motors for electric all-wheel drive (eAWD), rather than the standard rear-wheel drive from a single motor; this beauty delivers 422 hp and 400 lb-ft of instant torque, and you can go from zero to sixty in a mere 3.4 seconds while also getting more than 3,500 lbs of towing capacity and up to 265 miles from a full charge.

No matter which drivetrain you choose, it comes paired with an automatic transmission for a smooth and highly responsive driving experience. Keeping the EX30 powered is simple thanks to support for at-home and public charging, including Level 3 DC Fast Charging. Using a DC Fast Charging station, you can go from 10% to 80% of a full charge in just 26 minutes with the Single Motor model; choosing the Twin Motor EX30 means you’ll have to wait two minutes more for that 80% charge. Whether your focus is power and speed or optimal range, you’re going to have a good time behind the wheel of the Volvo EX30.

Gorgeous Style, Inside and Out

Although the silhouette of the Volvo EX30 is unmistakably that of a crossover SUV, once you start looking at it closer, this is a vehicle like no other. It has an incredible combination of angles and curves that create swooping lines from front to back, pulling your eye along its gorgeous body in much the same way air flows effortlessly across it as you drive. Its design is remarkable, beautifully combining both classic and traditional shapes with modern and experimental details that are captivating and effective.

The interior is, somehow, even more stunning, with gorgeous looks inspired by Scandinavian natural aesthetics and four different expressions of this evocative design. You have Breeze, which feels like a summer day with gorgeous blue touches; the tailored wool of Mist, inspired by dawn’s first light in the morning; Pine, which draws its inspiration from the forests of Scandinavia, with a gorgeous blend of gray and green; and the dark nightfall aesthetic of Indigo that creates a serene environment of gorgeous calm. By using renewable and recycled materials, the interior not only looks stunning but is also here to last.

Innovative Tech on the Next Level

It’s easy to get lost in the gorgeous surroundings of the EX30’s interior, but you’ll quickly be brought back to the present when you see the incredible technology Volvo has packed into this beauty. Front and center is the massive 12.3-inch tablet display that functions as both a driver screen and an infotainment system, giving you at-a-glance information and controls all in a single display.

High-definition visuals and incredibly responsive controls make this stunning screen easy to use, with smart widgets and shortcuts that change in real-time to match the functions and options available to you. All of this creates technology that makes your life simpler while being easy to use so you can focus on the things in life that matter most.

We should also mention that this impressive screen is highly customizable, so you can set it up to your preference. Plus, it has Google built-in, letting it easily sync up with your Google account, providing you with your favorite apps and hands-free support through Google Assistant without ever pairing your phone to your car.

A wireless phone charger makes it easy to keep compatible devices powered up, plus a nine-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with a 1,040-watt amplifier delivers rich and immersive audio. You can even choose between different sound modes for your preferred audio experience or customize your settings to create an atmosphere that is exquisitely yours.

New Era, New Expectations

To be honest, even after all of this, we’ve only scratched the surface of everything the Volvo EX30 has to offer, which is why we say it’s going to change what we expect from a vehicle. We didn’t mention the unique Scandinavian ambient themes, which let you choose from different options to activate atmospheric illumination in slow-shifting colors that pour across the interior, creating a nuanced and welcoming space that you’ll want to be in every day.

Plus, the EX30 comes with an incredible suite of driver assistance safety technologies, including collision avoidance systems and even Park Pilot Assist that can steer, accelerate, and brake to get you into a parking spot—even parallel parking! The EX30 is a vehicle for a new age, and all it takes is one ride inside this beauty to realize that things will never be the same.