Compare performance (428 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or Audi Q4 e-tron?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,723 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q4 e-tron is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers slightly more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 117 km more than the Volvo EX30.
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 Volvo EX30 offers clearly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 136 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Volvo EX30 is a bit lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 195 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers considerably more boot space – 535 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries visibly more – 515 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.
The Volvo EX30 is barely ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Electric Range
440 - 592 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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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
370 - 390 kg
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Payload
505 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Power HP
204 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
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Power kW
150 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Audi
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