Family + dog
Best for a small dog or occasional pet travel
The upright hatch helps, but the 318-litre main boot and tight rear bench mean a large crate, passengers and holiday luggage cannot comfortably coexist.
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Small & city · Premium city range
Volvo EX30
P5 Long Range Core · 69 kWh
A genuinely city-sized premium EV with serious range and performance, limited mainly by rear space and a screen-heavy cabin.
From €44,905From ≈€36,508 + VAT
WLTP range475 km · 635 km city
DC charging175 kW
Boot318 L main · up to 400 L incl. underfloor · 7 L frunk
Dimensions4,233 × 1,838 × 1,550 mm
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What it is like to live with
The EX30 combines a small-car footprint with the battery and charging performance of a larger crossover. It is quick, quiet and easy to place in Portuguese cities, but families should test the rear seat, boot and screen-led controls before buying.
What works
Only 4.23 m long and easy to park
475 km WLTP and 175 kW rapid charging
Strong safety technology and Google services
What irritates
Tight rear legroom and modest main boot
Most controls live in the central screen
Check the VIN for completion of any battery recall work
Trips + camping
Small outside, credible beyond Portugal
A 475 km WLTP range, 175 kW charging and 1,600 kg towing capacity make the Long Range far more travel-capable than most city EVs; cabin and cargo space remain the limiting factors.
City + daily life · 4.8/5
A premium EV sized for Portuguese streets
At 4.23 metres long, with light controls, an 11-metre turning circle and useful cameras, the EX30 is notably easier to park than family crossovers without feeling like a budget city car.
Cargo · 3.2/5
Strong performance, modest working volume
The 61-litre underfloor compartment keeps cables away from the main load area, but local businesses carrying boxes or equipment will outgrow the 318-litre boot quickly.
Taxi + high mileage · 3.9/5
Efficient city shuttle, limited airport car
Range, charging and compact dimensions suit urban mileage, while tight rear legroom and limited luggage space make it a weak fit for airport transfers or full-time ride-hailing.
Details worth knowing
Three useful fun facts
- 01
A single dashboard soundbar replaces multiple door speakers, reducing wiring and material use.
- 02
Its door-opening alert can warn occupants about cyclists approaching from behind.
- 03
Despite its 4.23 m length, the P5 Long Range can tow up to 1,600 kg when correctly equipped.
Specification
The useful numbers
- Battery
- 69 kWh nominal
- Drive
- RWD · 272 hp · 343 Nm
- Charging
- 10–80% in 27 min
- Dimensions L × W × H
- 4,233 × 1,838 × 1,550 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,650 mm
- Seats
- 5
- Cabin materials
- Minimalist Scandinavian cabin using recycled and renewable materials; exact textile, denim or flax-based finishes depend on the selected interior.
- Price context
- Official Volvo Portugal recommended price for P5 Long Range Core; current stock, paint and campaigns can change the delivered amount.
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Independent European reviews
Portuguese market context is paired with an English-language European test. Specifications and prices are checked against the exact version reviewed here.
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Latest Volvo EX30 news
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Owner case highlights why recall completion matters
A recent owner case describes the disruption caused by a battery-recall charging limit and other faults. It does not represent every EX30, but it reinforces the need to confirm by VIN that all applicable campaign work is complete before buying used or taking delivery.
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