Volvo’s new EX30 debuted on Wednesday with good-looking appears, spectacular efficiency, and a price ticket that would probably persuade even probably the most hardcore of EV naysayers.

The EX30 is a subcompact electrical crossover that types a brand new entry level within the Volvo lineup because of a beginning value of $34,950, possible with out a vacation spot cost. That is a few grand lower than the bigger XC40 with a fuel engine and roughly $10,000 lower than the electrical XC40 Recharge.

Volvo hasn’t revealed full particulars however confirmed the beginning value is for an EX30 Core Single Motor Prolonged Vary grade, which is able to function a single motor powering the rear axle. That is the choice for max vary. Volvo hasn’t talked about a battery measurement however estimated vary for this grade at 275 miles. The automaker did not say whether or not this was based mostly on the EPA cycle or the much less strict WLTP cycle used abroad.

Patrons favoring efficiency over vary will have the ability to go for a Twin Motor Efficiency grade which provides an electrical motor to the entrance axle to type dual-motor all-wheel drive. On this configuration, peak output is 422 hp, or sufficient for 0-60 mph acceleration in 3.4 seconds. That is the quickest acceleration of any Volvo up to now.

Volvo mentioned the battery within the Twin Motor Efficiency grade is able to DC quick charging at charges of as much as 153 kw, which is able to allow a 10-80% cost in roughly 27 minutes.

Volvo will even provide a extra rugged EX30 Cross Nation model that may go into manufacturing in 2024 and have upgrades like increased floor clearance, underbody safety, and 19-inch wheels. The common EX30 is anticipated to start out manufacturing later this yr, although Volvo hasn’t offered particulars.

Volvo additionally hasn’t talked about what platform the EX30 makes use of however the underpinnings are almost certainly the SEA modular EV platform of Volvo mum or dad firm Zhejiang Geely, which debuted in 2021 within the Zeekr 001 hatchback and likewise underpins the just lately revealed 2025 Polestar 4 crossover. Feedback made by Volvo CEO Jim Rowan to Australian media earlier this yr additionally level to the EX30 possible being constructed at a plant in China, each for native sale and export.

The automaker hasn’t introduced timing for the EX30’s arrival within the U.S., however it’s already accepting reservations (reservations for EX30 Cross Nation begin in 2024). It mentioned sure grades could have restricted availability and {that a} reservation would not assure the chosen grade might be out there. Different automakers have additionally touted low costs for EVs however severely restricted their availability.

2025 Volvo EX30

As an entry-level car, the EX30 skips the everyday premium design of interiors present in Volvo’s bigger fashions in favor of a design and supplies centered on practicality and sustainability. A 12.3-inch touchscreen serves as the primary infotainment hub and options many common built-in Google apps. The system additionally helps wi-fi Apple CarPlay and a devoted app will even allow homeowners to remotely entry the car to be able to carry out sure features, like pre-heating it on a chilly morning or discovering it in a busy carpark.

Under the display sits a customizable heart console with loads of storage areas, together with one for rear-seat passengers. A soundbar spanning the width of the sprint sits instantly under the windshield, and on the rear of the car Volvo has added a useful information with key inside dimensions—good for that go to to IKEA.

Volvo will even provide design themes for the EX30, which the automaker refers to as “rooms.” One room incorporates a denim theme with recycled denim. Different sustainable supplies embody recycled plastic, flax-based fibers, and sustainably sourced wool.

Volvo hasn’t skimped on security within the EX30. Excessive-strength metal is used to strengthen the security cage, with explicit consideration positioned on the roof and supporting pillars, Volvo mentioned. The automaker’s Protected Area Know-how suite of digital driver-assist options can be included and comes with options like computerized emergency braking. Automated parking (with the driving force monitoring) can be included and is designed to deal with parallel, perpendicular, and diagonal parking spots.