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Nissan Ariya vs Volvo EX30 – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Nissan Ariya or Volvo EX30 fits your lifestyle better.

Nissan Ariya

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Volvo EX30

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Volvo EX30 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £, while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £. That’s a price difference of around 4286 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX30: with 17 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Nissan Ariya with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.

As for range, the Nissan Ariya performs somewhat better – achieving up to 531 km, about 55 km more than the Volvo EX30.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Ariya has a slight edge – offering 435 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Nissan Ariya performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Ariya pulls barely noticeable stronger with 600 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 barely noticeable lighter – 1840 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers clearly perceptible more room – 468 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan Ariya performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1350 L, which is about 350 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Nissan Ariya barely noticeable takes the win – 420 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan Ariya proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan Ariya is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Nissan Ariya
Volvo EX30

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Nissan Ariya

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 435 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.7 - 24.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 402 - 531 km
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Nissan Ariya

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The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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Volvo EX30

The 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
37300 - 54800 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
402 - 531 km
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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63 - 87 kWh
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1980 - 2277 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4595 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
363 - 420 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 435 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 600 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
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Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Nissan Ariya have?

The Nissan Ariya is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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