Compare performance (398 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (51300 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Volvo EX30?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Volvo EX30 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18266 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 performs significantly better – achieving up to 476 km, about 388 km more than the BMW X3.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a slight edge – offering 428 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X3 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls to a small extent stronger with 670 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Volvo EX30 is slight lighter – 1840 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers significantly more room – 570 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X3 performs decisively better – up to 1700 L, which is about 700 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, BMW X3 distinct takes the win – 570 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
The Volvo EX30 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
51300 - 72400 £
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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4755 mm
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Length
4233 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Height
1660 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1700 L
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
330 - 670 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Volvo
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The BMW X3 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.