Volvo EX30: Volvo All Set to Rule Indian EV Sector!

The Volvo EX30 serves up what city-dwelling, green-inclined Indian customers demand. A small, budget-friendly, all-electric SUV loaded with Scandinavian design sensibility. Authentic premium feel, and Volvo’s trademark security. It’s a showstopper in a class quickly populated by duplicates.

Volvo EX30: Performance & Driving

Driven by a 268bhp back-wheel motor. The EX30 accelerates 0–100 km/h in a mere 5.3 seconds. Its electric torque makes it a city rocket, but even copes with highways with aplomb. Suspension is set up for ride comfort over harsh city roads without becoming floaty. Light steering makes parking and driving around town easy. But steering response can be sharper for drivers who want it.

Range & Usability

With a WLTP-certified range of up to 480km (real-world ~400km), range anxiety is kept to a minimum. Fast charging ability (details awaited for India) makes long distances an option. Pragmatics such as a clever flat floor, reasonably roomy boot. Foldable seats provide family-friendly flexibility. But window switches and glovebox controls are only accessed via the touchscreen. A gesture to minimalism, but possibly infuriating to some.

Volvo EX30: Cabin & Tech

Volvo’s commitment to sustainability takes center stage: upcycled denim, recycled plastics, and a peaceful, airy ambiance. The 12.3-inch mid-screen touchscreen hosts Google-based infotainment in place of conventional dials. Some controls hidden in menus, and the lack of a physical key fob, may annoy purists.

Safety & Comfort

As with all Volvos, EX30 is brimming: 360-degree cameras, ADAS, a plethora of airbags. A five-star Euro NCAP rating. Pilot Assist and adaptive cruise features make driving safer and less stressful. Cabin insulation guarantees a quiet ride.

Volvo EX30: Brief Specs Table