After teasing out particulars for weeks, Volvo has formally unveiled the EX30, its newest all-electric SUV. We’ve already reported that it is going to be the Swedish model’s smallest SUV up to now, but it can function ample versatility and novel particulars like a first-of-its-kind audio soundbar. It additionally boasts the bottom carbon footprint of any automobile made by the luxurious automaker. And, it being a Volvo, the EX30 guarantees new ranges of security. However Volvo has saved essentially the most important particulars for final, and so they don’t disappoint.

Volvo EX30 Value

Let’s get straight to it: The 2025 Volvo EX30 appears to be like to be a discount, with a beginning worth of $34,950. At present pricing, that makes it the least-expensive automobile in Volvo’s lineup, undercutting the marginally bigger XC40 by $1,600. And that’s not the all-electric XC40 Recharge SUV; that’s the usual, gasoline-powered XC40 we’re discussing.

This can be a huge deal as a result of electrical automobiles nonetheless command a premium over their gasoline-only counterparts at this stage within the EV sport. The XC40 Recharge EV, for instance, begins at $53,550 — $17,000 past the gas-powered model. In order for you proof that Volvo is transferring rapidly and deliberately towards changing into an all-electric model, the proof is within the worth.

That worth will even make the EX30 among the many most reasonably priced EVs, below or round many fashions from mainstream manufacturers. A Hyundai Kona Electrical, for instance, begins at $33,550, whereas a Kia Niro EV is $39,550.

“The absolutely electrical EX30 is perhaps our smallest ever SUV, however it’s an enormous deal for our clients and an enormous deal for us as an organization,” says Jim Rowan, Volvo’s chief government. “We wish to say the EX30 is small but mighty as a result of it delivers on every thing you’d need from a Volvo however in a smaller bundle. Like every Volvo, it’s an impressive product which is protected and designed round individuals and their wants.”

Selection of Powertrain, Shocking Energy

The Volvo EX30 will supply two powertrains — a single-motor rear-wheel-drive (RWD) model or a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (AWD) mannequin. Volvo says the Single Motor Prolonged Vary EX30 is the one for these searching for essentially the most vary — as much as 275 miles. This mannequin has 268 horsepower — ample for a automobile this measurement — and a 0-60 mph time of 5.1 seconds. The twin-motor model, nevertheless, actually ups the ante for each velocity and energy.

The Twin Motor Efficiency EX30 will boast 422 horsepower — 20 greater than the bigger XC40 Recharge. And right here’s the icing: Volvo says the dual-motor EX30 will make the zero-to-60-mph dash in simply 3.4 seconds. For context, solely costly, high-performance sports activities vehicles have been placing up that sort of time till just lately. And no Volvo has ever notched them, making the dual-motor model of the EX30 the quickest accelerating automobile Volvo has ever made. No surprise they name it mighty. But the vary nonetheless appears to be like laudable for this dual-motor EX30, predicted at 265 miles.

On the charging aspect of the equation, Volvo says the EX30 electrical SUV can juice from 10% to 80% capability in 26.5 minutes on a DC quick charger.

Cool Colours, Inside and Out

We’ve additionally lastly gotten a whole have a look at the EX30’s design at its debut in Milan, Italy. And right here, too, this smallest of Volvo choices delivers huge. The place different subcompact SUVs are typically innocuous, the Volvo EX30 needs to personal the runway, no matter measurement. It belies its diminutive, city-friendly dimensions with an angular and chiseled exterior, wheels as much as 20 inches in measurement, and an extended wheelbase that ought to contribute to a steady journey. And it presents colours that pop. Exterior paint selections embody Cloud Blue and Moss Yellow. Moss, you ask? Volvo says that specific coloration is “impressed by the lichen rising on rocks alongside the Swedish west coast.” Rating one other level for Scandinavian design.

We additionally had the prospect to crawl round inside. The Volvo EX30’s cabin is out there in 4 distinct “rooms,” every with what the automaker calls its personal “expression.” This new Volvo electrical automotive additionally comes with 5 ambient lighting themes, every impressed by Scandinavian design. Suppose coloration themes just like the northern lights, a forest, or a sundown. For an added expertise, every lighting theme might be paired with its personal soundscape. We expect this might be an absolute balm in heavy site visitors.

Our preview contained in the EX30 reveals that its inside house belies this SUV’s tidy 166.7-inch size. The cabin is open and ethereal, and each rows felt roomy for adults of common measurement. Options like an enormous, panoramic glass roof just like that of the C40 Recharge permits numerous gentle, and rear seats that fold almost flat create beneficiant cargo room for this automobile’s measurement.

Considerate and thrilling touches abound, from a central glovebox and versatile heart storage console to a “will it match?” diagram on the liftgate and a small however helpful entrance trunk (frunk) that may retailer the automobile’s charging cable.

EX30 Cross Nation Is Coming

Till now, Volvo has emphasised that the EX30 is a small SUV ideally fitted to metropolis duties. However the automaker had another shock throughout its unveiling: The EX30 will even be out there in a Cross Nation variant. In the event you’re a Volvo fanatic, your ears simply perked up. For these not within the know, Cross Nation fashions characterize extra rugged, adventure-capable variations of Volvo vehicles. They’ve attributes like skid plates and better floor clearance to amplify their capability to go off the crushed path.

Volvo says an EX30 Cross Nation mannequin will probably be out there for order in 2024, with manufacturing anticipated to begin later that 12 months. Pre-orders for the usual mannequin are open now, with deliveries anticipated subsequent 12 months.