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Volvo EX30 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison
Compare performance (428 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or BMW 3 Series Saloon?
Volvo EX30 vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
EX30
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Volvo EX30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,951 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 374 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
3 Series Saloon
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 3 Series Saloon offers a bit 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 BMW 3 Series Saloon is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Volvo EX30 takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 157 Nm more.
EX30
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 terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers visibly more boot space – 480 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 162 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 495 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Volvo EX30 is decisively 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.
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Volvo EX30
Volvo EX30
BMW 3 Series Saloon
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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 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Volvo EX30
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 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
54 - 227 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
Sedan
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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
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,838 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 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
405 - 495 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual 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
150 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 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
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
BMW
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