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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
4233 mm
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
VW
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The Volvo EX30 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.