SWEDE-ISH – 2025 VOLVO EX30 | DM REVIEW

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The 2025 Volvo EX30 is presented as a significant departure from traditional Volvo design and driving dynamics, being an entirely Chinese-built electric-only model. The reviewer highlights several key pros, including a creative and unique interior design with thoughtful touches like ambient lighting and a multi-function cup holder, impressive build quality that surpasses more expensive vehicles, exceptionally comfortable seats, and a generally intuitive, fast-acting infotainment system with Google built-in. The vehicle's efficiency is also praised, noting its low energy consumption for its class. However, the EX30 is not without its drawbacks. The reviewer expresses significant concern over the limited real-world range, achieving only 220 miles on the highway against a 250-260 mile EPA estimate, which is considered insufficient for the price point. The technology suite, while fast, suffers from laggy virtual controls, a lack of physical buttons for essential functions like volume, and no built-in Android Auto. The fixed glass roof lacks a sunshade, and the Pilot Assist system is deemed outdated and overly sensitive. Perhaps the most striking critique is that the EX30 does not 'feel' like a traditional Volvo, leading to questions about brand identity. Despite these criticisms, the driving experience is lauded as a standout feature, offering a blend of sportiness, comfort, and precise tuning, making it a highly satisfying car to drive, even outperforming some larger, more expensive EVs in this regard. The reviewer ultimately places the EX30 in ninth place on their leaderboard, acknowledging its strengths but also its limitations.