Compare performance (428 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or Polestar 2?
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.
Volvo EX30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,171 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is slightly 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 Polestar 2 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 184 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 Polestar 2 offers somewhat more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers markedly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm more.
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, Volvo EX30 is somewhat lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers markedly more boot space – 405 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 2 carries barely more – 421 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.
The Polestar 2 shows a few small advantages 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 Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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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 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
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Length
4,606 mm
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Width
1,838 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Payload
412 - 421 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Power HP
299 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 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
220 - 350 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
2024
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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
Polestar
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