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?
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Price
55,700 £
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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
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Electric Range
430 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
SUV
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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
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
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Width
1,930 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
375 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
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 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
940 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
430 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
SERES
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