Compare performance (428 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or CUPRA Raval?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
CUPRA Raval is markedly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,749 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is noticeably more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 17 kWh/100km for the Volvo EX30. That’s a difference of about 3.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 31 km more than the CUPRA Raval.
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 Volvo EX30 offers substantially more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 202 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 CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers clearly more torque with 543 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 253 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Raval is somewhat lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Raval carries slightly more – 475 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
The Volvo EX30 is far ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
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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
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Electric Range
300 - 444 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
Hatchback
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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
1,610 - 1,615 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
441 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
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Width
1,784 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
470 - 475 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Power HP
116 - 226 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 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
290 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
85 - 166 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
CUPRA
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