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BMW 2 Series vs Volvo EX30 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Volvo EX30?

BMW 2 Series vs Volvo EX30: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • slightly more power
  • slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo EX30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,694 £.

EX30

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers slightly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 107 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Volvo EX30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers slightly more boot space – 390 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series carries very slightly more – 400 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 - 475 km
BMW 2 Series
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Volvo EX30

The Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.

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BMW 2 Series
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Volvo
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