The all-new Volvo EX30 was unveiled to the world today. The full electric SUV has already been confirmed for the SA market and we even have pricing.

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New From The Ground Up

The Volvo EX30 rides on the firm’s purpose-built modular Sustainable Electric Architecture. The upright model measures 4 233 mm long, 1 836 mm wide and 1 555 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2 650 mm. By comparison it is 192 mm shorter from nose to tail than the XC40.

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The interior design is quite minimalistic in design. It consists largely of recycled and renewable materials. Connectivity is handled by a 12,3-inch high-resolution central display, Other features include a digital key, over-the-air update functionality and a soundbar audio-system.

Quickest Ever

The Volvo EX30 is the quickest-accelerating Volvo ever. The twin-motor, 315 kW version can sprint from standstill to 100 km/h in 3,6 seconds. There is also a single motor version. Volvo SA will introduce five derivatives in total to the local listings. 

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The line-up will consist of single- or twin-motor versions in three trim levels (Core, Plus and Ultra) with either a 51- or 69 kWh battery pack. The driving range of these derivatives is between 344- and 480 km. Pricing of the range in South Africa starts at R775 900. Pre-orders will open on Thursday the 8th of June 2023.

In His Own Words

“We worked exceptionally hard to set EX30 pricing at what is unquestionably an extremely competitive level, granting South African consumers the opportunity to own a fully electric SUV for the price of a similarly sized internal combustion engined vehicle. Of course, the EX30 also offers all the luxury features you would expect from a Volvo, not to mention breath-taking levels of performance,” said Greg Maruszewski, managing director at Volvo Car South Africa.

“Indeed, since the new EX30 excels in areas as varied as performance, sustainability and safety, the broad range is able to meet the needs of all types of buyers, all at once. In short, it’s the consummate all-rounder that can be specified to suit virtually any individual customer.”