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Volvo EX30 vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or SERES 5?

Volvo EX30 vs SERES 5: Key differences

Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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SERES 5

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • a bit 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:

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 SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX30 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 17 kWh/100km compared to 18.6 kWh/100km for the SERES 5. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 offers barely more range – reaching up to 475 km, about 45 km more than the SERES 5.

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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 SERES 5 offers visibly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the SERES 5 takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers considerably more torque with 940 Nm compared to 543 Nm. That’s about 397 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 2,360 kg. The difference is around 520 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers a bit more boot space – 367 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX30 carries very slightly more – 390 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 comes out clearly 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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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
SERES 5

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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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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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Volvo EX30
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Price
55,700 £
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
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
318 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
Payload
375 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
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

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