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Volvo EX30 vs VW Golf - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (428 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (33000 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or VW Golf?

Volvo EX30

3 (2 Reviews)
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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EX30

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Golf has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7796 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX30 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 476 km, about 333 km more than the VW Golf.

Golf

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 428 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the VW Golf takes 4.60 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls noticeable stronger with 543 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 123 Nm difference.

EX30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 533 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Golf offers a bit more room – 381 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Golf performs somewhat better – up to 1237 L, which is about 237 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf noticeable takes the win – 508 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is decisively 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.

Volvo EX30
VW Golf

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km

Volvo EX30

3 (2 Reviews)
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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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VW Golf

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Volvo EX30
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption

Price
33000 - 49100 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
318 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4233 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1838 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
370 - 390 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Volvo
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX30 have?

The Volvo EX30 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.