Global EV Comparison: Volvo EX30 Single Motor vs BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a starting price of €39790, compared to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…), which starts at €32990.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is a SUV, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €39790 | €32990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30960 | €27449 |
| GCC Score | 6.1 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…).
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 344 km | 427 km |
| Range (GCC) | 292 km | 363 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 62 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49 kWh | 60.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.96 km/kWh | 6.01 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) maxes out at 88 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 88 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 5.6 |
Performance
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 200 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 268 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.3 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4233 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2032 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1838 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…), but the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volvo EX30 Single Motor | BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1840 kg | 1658 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 318 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 843 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 7 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 4.4 |
