Unveiling Soon: 2025 Volvo’s EX30 Crossover – Features, Specs, and Release Date
By Anthony McGirr
2025 Volvo EX30 Specs and Review
The Arrival of a New Volvo SUV EX30 2025
Serving as a striking addition to the electric vehicle (EV) space, Volvo Cars, the Swedish automaker, is meticulously crafting its newest marvel, the Volvo EX30. Interestingly, Volvo Cars, headquartered in Gothenburg, is now under the wing of China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group. The official premiere of the EX30 is expected to take place on the 7th of June, 2023.
The EX30’s Design: A New Paradigm
The EX30 stands as a testament to Volvo’s innovative direction. It’s a compact crossover SUV, the smallest from Volvo’s stable yet. It’s comparable in size to the Smart #1, marking a new era of compact and efficient design.
A fascinating aspect of the EX30’s design was unveiled when Volvo filed a design patent, showcasing the vehicle’s exterior. The patent revealed the inclusion of Thor’s Hammer signature lighting, a design element first introduced by Volvo in the 2016 XC90 model. However, it is important to note that this design element is absent in the EX90, despite the EX30 sharing stylistic elements with it.
Innovations Under the Hood
Volvo’s EX30 2025 is slated to debut a new platform called the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA2). This platform, which the EX30 shares with the Smart #3, has a wheelbase of no more than 2,900 millimeters or 114.1 inches. To put this into perspective, the Smart #3, which boasts the longest wheelbase of all SEA2 models, measures 2,785 millimeters or 109.6 inches.
In terms of power, the 2025 EX30 is expected to come with a rear-mounted electric motor and a possible dual-motor setup. The battery options will not exceed 66 kilowatt-hours. If the EX30 follows the footsteps of the Smart #3, the rear-drive form could potentially yield an output of 200 kilowatts, equivalent to 268 mechanical horsepower. An all-wheel-drive model could even generate up to 315 kW, or 422 hp, on full throttle.
The 2025 Volvo EX30 Price and Volvo’s Future
The EX30 is a new nameplate in Volvo’s lineup, with the EX prefix denoting the company’s next-generation EVs. In terms of the vehicle’s position in Volvo’s hierarchy, the EX30 is speculated to replace the C40 Recharge and XC40 Recharge at the entry-level spot, thereby expanding Volvo’s EV offerings. The EX30 is expected to hit the market sometime in 2024 as a 2025 model.
As for the price of 2025 Volvo EX30, while official figures are yet to be confirmed, estimates suggest that the EX30 may come in Core, Plus, and Ultimate trims, with prices around $50,000, $55,000, and $60,000, respectively.
In the coming years, Volvo plans to transition to full electric vehicles by 2030, with the EX30 paving the way for this transformation. As a result, Volvo’s future looks electrifying indeed.
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Production and Assembly
With cost-effectiveness and ready availability of battery materials in mind, the EX30 will be assembled in China, where labor costs are lower. The advantageous supply chain in the region greatly favors EV production, making China an ideal choice for the EX30’s assembly.
Final Thoughts
The Volvo EX30 is a testament to Volvo’s commitment to sustainable and innovative design. Its compact size, advanced electric motor system, and modern aesthetics, combined with the efficiency and eco-friendly benefits of an electric vehicle, make it a compelling proposition for those looking to embrace the future of transportation.