Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Overview

The 2025 Volvo EX30 Cross Country storms onto the scene as a pocket-rocket SUV, blending compact agility with a dash of rugged adventure! This all-wheel-drive, dual-motor variant is the one for thrill-seekers, promising a zippy ride and a more outdoorsy vibe than its siblings. With an estimated starting price around $50,000, it’s Volvo’s bold statement in the premium small EV space, packing style, sustainability, and that famed Scandinavian cool into a surprisingly potent package. Get ready for a small SUV that thinks big and isn't afraid to get its boots dirty!

What's New for 2025?

The EX30 is an entirely fresh face in Volvo’s lineup for 2025, and the Cross Country trim is the cherry on top for adventure enthusiasts! While the standard EX30 kicks things off, the Cross Country, slated to arrive slightly later, dials up the ruggedness. Expect unique styling cues like increased ground clearance, beefier tires, and protective skid plates, differentiating it from the more urban-focused trims. This isn't just an update; it's a brand-new baby Volvo, eager to carve its niche with a distinct, off-road-ready persona aimed squarely at the US market.

Design & Exterior

The EX30 Cross Country looks ready to tackle more than just the school run! It boasts a compact footprint at 166.7 inches long, 72.4 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 61.9 inches tall, but its attitude is pure adventurer. Unique to this trim, expect chunkier 19-inch wheels (or optional 18-inch with bespoke tires), distinctive black cladding, skid plates, and potentially a smidge more ground clearance to give it that "get-out-there" stance. Volvo’s signature Thor’s Hammer headlights lead the charge, making this small SUV unmistakably stylish and ready for the wild.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the EX30 Cross Country, and you're greeted by Volvo’s typically cool, minimalist Scandinavian design, with a strong emphasis on sustainable materials. It’s a tech-fest too, dominated by a single, tablet-style 12.3-inch center screen running Google Built-in, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Passenger space is cozy for its five seats. For your gear, there's 11.2 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to 27.8 cubic feet with seats down. Don't forget the tiny 0.2 cubic foot frunk, perfect for stashing charging cables or small items!

Performance & Driving Experience

Hold on tight, because the EX30 Cross Country is a proper pocket rocket! With its dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors churning out a combined 315 kW (that's a punchy 422 horsepower!) and 400 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels, this warrior catapults from 0-60 mph in a blistering 3.5 seconds. Top speed is capped at 112 mph. Expect nimble handling thanks to its compact size and a comfortable, composed ride, even if the Cross Country tune might feel slightly firmer. Multiple regenerative braking modes will help you maximize every electron.

Range, Battery & Charging

The EX30 Cross Country packs a 64 kWh usable battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare calculated real-world range of 222 miles – decent for zipping around town and weekend jaunts. Efficiency is rated at a solid 3.47 mi/kWh. Juice it up at home via the CCS Type 1 port with the standard 11 kW AC on-board charger; a full top-up should take around 7 hours. Out and about, it can guzzle electrons at up to 175 kW DC, meaning a 10-80% charge can be blitzed in under 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Being a Volvo, safety is baked right in, though official NHTSA ratings for the 2025 EX30 Cross Country are still pending. It comes loaded with a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems. Standard features likely include Pilot Assist for semi-autonomous cruising, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), extensive collision avoidance tech (including for intersections and oncoming traffic), and Lane Keeping Aid. A clever new door opening alert warns for cyclists approaching from behind, and Park Pilot Assist should make squeezing into tight spots a doddle.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Volvo typically backs its EVs with a solid warranty. Expect the EX30 Cross Country to come with a 4-year/50,000-mile basic vehicle warranty. The crucial battery warranty will likely be for 8 years or 100,000 miles, protecting against excessive degradation (usually below 70% capacity). Powertrain coverage often mirrors these terms. Volvo also frequently includes complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first few years or 36,000 miles, sweetening the deal. As a new model, its long-term reliability scorecard is blank, but Volvo's strong safety and build reputation is a good start.