Global EV Comparison: Smart #1 Pulse vs Volvo EX30 Cross Country
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) has a starting price of €46490, compared to the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…), which starts at €57290.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €46490 | €57290 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36888 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…).
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 370 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 357 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 62 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.2 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.48 km/kWh | 5.58 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.9 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.4 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 315 kW | 315 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 422 hp | 422 hp |
| Motor Torque | 584 Nm | 543 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…).
The Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4233 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2025 mm | 2032 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1822 mm | 1838 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1573 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volvo EX30 Cross Country (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Smart #1 Pulse (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1600 kg).
| Property | Smart #1 Pulse | Volvo EX30 Cross Country |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1975 kg | 1983 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 313 l | 318 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 986 l | 843 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 15 l | 7 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6 |
