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Volvo EX30 vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or Polestar 4?

Volvo EX30 vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (11 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX30 is marginally more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the Polestar 4. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 145 km more than the Volvo EX30.

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Engine and Performance:

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 4 offers markedly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 4 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers markedly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 143 Nm more.

EX30

Space and Everyday Use:

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 noticeably lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers noticeably more boot space – 526 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 4 carries a bit more – 455 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 comes out modestly 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.

from £53,100
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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
Volvo EX30
Polestar 4

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Volvo EX30
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
318 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
Width
2,008 mm
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
Payload
455 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

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