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Volvo EX30 vs Polestar 3 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or Polestar 3?

Volvo EX30 vs Polestar 3: Key differences

Volvo EX30

3.7 (6 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Polestar 3

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • visibly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EX30

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo EX30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,371 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX30 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 231 km more than the Volvo EX30.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Polestar 3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers significantly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 367 Nm more.

EX30

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Volvo EX30 is markedly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 735 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries clearly more – 496 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 stands well ahead of its rival 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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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 475 km
Volvo EX30
Polestar 3

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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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Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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Volvo EX30
Polestar 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
107 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
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
4,900 mm
Width
1,838 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
Payload
370 - 390 kg
Payload
285 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Polestar
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