Tesla Model 3 vs Volvo EX30: Two great EVs, one clear winner

The Volvo EX30 is arguably one of the most significant electric cars to be launched in recent years. But how does it fare against the Tesla Model 3? In this CarGurus UK review, Vicky Parrott pitches these two impressive electric cars against each other to see how they compare for practicality, cost, range, performance, technology and more.
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[@rogeriogomesosorio4755]

I just made more than 1000 kms with the volvo EX30 Extended range… is a good car, but it seems an unfinished product; there are lot of software bugs, and lot of controls that should have been made easily accessible… also, back space is not that good. Is the most efficient car from Volvo, but is not efficient when compared with the tesla or even other cars like the hyundai Kauai/Kia Niro EV. There’s no CarPlay or android auto, not even wired.

[@rafaels.8812]

Hard to believe you opinion when you can’t even name that car correctly

[@justloveallmusic]

There is android auto and apple car play...

[@scottmackintosh7633]

I’m utterly baffled by the fixation on the EX30 not having a speedo hidden behind the steering wheel?!! It sits clearly in your peripheral vision, the same as a traditional speedo, you simply glance slightly left rather than slightly down.

[@timwolke]

I have many problems with my EX30, but the missing speedo behind the steering wheel isn't one of them. It didn't bother me for one moment.

[@SWR112]

@@timwolkeMaybe expand on your problems would help others……

[@diogocardosopessoa]

@@timwolkewhat are your problems with the car? Thanks

[@eddieke4751]

Same. It’s a non issue. Get over it already. It takes just 5 seconds to get used to it.

[@actuallypaulstanley]

@@timwolkehave you the blank infotainment screen, 5G and DAB connectivity issues?

[@Mi82475]

Nice video, complete and no nonsense. How does this duo compare to the new long range Kona EV? Thanks a lot.

[@fredderf6491]

The Volvo EX30 is a B segment car, and the Tesla M3 a D segment. Shock horror the EX30 is smaller. Hardly a like for like compare.

[@colinpalmer9070]

Yup a b segment car for the same price as a much better bigger car. What is your point ?

[@friedpicklezzz]

Just 100km in with the new Model 3 in the Netherlands. The lack of stalks so far aren’t as much of a problem as I thought… at all. In fact I’m more let down by the car sound. I come from a Model S 2019 and feel the sound on the RWD version of the Tesla 3 falls flat. For anyone buying an EV, make sure to really test drive and focus on the software. If it’s buggy, inelegant, incomplete, it will ruin your driver experience. Tesla has that part nailed. Don’t compare just the specs, but also the experience, a more holistic view really. Edit: well, sometimes 😬 I found myself looking at the steering wheel quickly

[@philipc239]

Appreciate your driving impression. Informative and very practical for potential buyers 😊👍👍

[@kb8570]

These two cars are not even in the same class. The camera man is trying very hard not to do a size comparison side by side.

[@sevensixtysteve8662]

I have a loan EX30 at the moment and I like it a lot. It drives really nicely with a good balance between handling and comfort and the range/efficiency seems more than good enough for what I want. I've had no issues with the screen - actually I found it quite easy to find what I want and most of the useful stuff seems only one level down and easy to switch off (lane keep assist, speed limit warnings and so on.) I only really noticed two things, one the sun bounce off the various controls (particularly the stalks and switches on the steering wheel) is really bad and the also the attention notification is fairly intrusive. Sometimes it seems to bong for no reason and if I shift my hands on the steering wheel, it panics. I am not sure how irritating that will be to live with so at the moment, I'm going to keep my ICE and see if software updates improve it.

[@eilifnrgaard4855]

I recently bought the EX30 Extended Ultra, and have driven it for about a month. Kids have long ago left the nest, so my wife and I don’t care much about the fairly cramped rear seats. With the backseats down, you have a 900 liter boot, which is more than enough. Absolutely LOVE driving this beautifully designed car - my first EV. Such a relaxing experience, with plenty of power - and very comfortable to get in and out of 😊 Only significant flaw is not being able to store the large cable in the frunk (only 7 liters).

[@allendavid4139]

The next video in my feed is that Tesla have fired their entire charging team

[@thomaseriksson3182]

Thanks for this🙏🌹 The EX 30 with 18 inch standard wheels get more comfort and less roadnoice👍

[@allwheeldrive]

We just picked up a '24 Mod 3 for all the reasons Vicki laid out. But, there are two that were implied that rule above all the other choices in this category: The user interface and ownership experiences. For EVs, it's the software, stupid! The sheer depth and coherence in the entire software suite is unmatched. And it's not just the features, but the overall stability and seamless OTA updates, and the general accessibility to all those features. And the ownership experience, of which many family and friends have enjoyed, include a Sunday morning service call where a flatbed came in at 9AM (!), found the problem, took the car to a center, replaced the 12V, and released the car - all within two hours. On a Sunday. Another was a nearly 3-year-owned car (two months before it was out of warranty) and Tesla proactively called my friend and said their battery was not up to spec and asked if they could come by their home and swap it for a new one. Just two of many experiences.

[@molepatrol7529]

Very balanced review.

[@gileshalliwell3591]

I like the Volvo but in my view it can’t touch the Tesla especially if you do a lot of miles. I’ve done 76000 miles in two years and charging network clinches it! Plus the boot and back seat of the Volvo are hopeless and you have to specify the Ultra trim to get Tesla levels of equipment…. But I still like the Volvo, but would look for an I3!!

[@attiliopetrini4507]

Interesting comment: I went for a second hand i3 myself. Quirky, perfect for commuting to work and for city driving. I like the XC 30 but if I were to do many miles, I would probably pick a Tesla

[@marcelofernandez2747]

I have to say: do have to say “I have to say”? Say what you say, great review!

[@Harrythehun]

How was the app and software in the Volvo?

[@robertmandl9326]

I'm wondering about that too. The Tesla app is pretty amazing.

[@robygaiera]

I would say that the app is very good, because you can set charging limit, AC while you're not in the car etc... On the other hand car software feels unfinished. Still no CarPlay (not very much of a disadvantage considering that Android Automotive works very good) and some bugs which are not fixed atm. Overall I'm satisfied tho, good experience.

[@ramadevanramachandaran2078]

The Tesla app is miles better compared to ex30. It feels like a beta software at the moment. The app is buggy and climate control from app is pretty limited

[@timwolke]

I own my EX30 Twin Motor Ultra since 3 months and the App didn't work a single time. But most of the time that doesn't bother me, because the car is at the workshop due to major software problems anyway.

[@ramadevanramachandaran2078]

It feels like a good car with a very poor software on it. It’s just so buggy. The internet connection is bad half of the time the Spotify doesn’t work.

[@abebegirmay3327]

The Volvo Ex30 is very small size as compared to Model 3 specially back sit legg room and bot is very small. That volvo Ex30 is not family car as compared to Model 3. I think the comparison should be Volvo Ex30 with VW ID3, and Model 3 with BYD Seal because they are similar size looking cars.

[@melvinmajor]

Could you explain why it is not a family car? It is plenty enough for a family with one child for instance (even 2 children works well as long as you don't plan your holidays by car with this car)

[@abebegirmay3327]

@@melvinmajor You see you already wrote at the end "as long as you dont plan your holidays by car" and this is one drawback. Children mainly under 10 year old can sit there but the boot/baggage size is not enough for parents (2) + children (2). When you have two children you need also baggage room for them + parents. Anyways Volvo Ex30 is a nice car, fast and good technology but misses little size, the XC40/C40 is better interms of size. If I would build this car I will move size of XC40/C40 boot size in to Ex30 then we can talk.

[@melvinmajor]

@@abebegirmay3327 if we go like that, the EC/EX40 does not comply if you have 3 children. Same for the XC60 it does not comply if you have 4 children ;) The EX30 is meant to be smaller than the EC/EX40s... And once more, it will fill in all your demands if you are 2 or 3 (1 child) without any issue. Furthermore, if you have 2 children, you usually either go for a bigger car if you want to go with this one on holiday, either you have a 2nd car in the household (really often the case) either you simply don't plan this kinds of holidays for a certain period of time. Think this car as fulfilling all needs for lots of people, like bigger cars like EX/EC40 fills it in for those who needs this extra space. On my side, it fills all my needs for the next 5 to 10 years to come . We are 2, we might plan to have a child later on but this is not planned yet so this car is ready for the present and our future. Oh and on the side note, we went for a long weekend trip with this car, 5 adults and no issues at all.

[@rogeriogomesosorio4755]

Volvo EX30 is not affordable nor cheap. If you spec it up it will be quite expensive

[@rob2738]

We have owned a model 3 and spend a week driving a EX30. The ex30 feels a lot more premium even tho it’s basic. Also the paint will stay on the Ex30 because it’s a Volvo.

[@hamptonchivasa]

You talk about no speed reader behind the wheel as a safety thing… the model y was the most sold car does not have one but has not been many accidents attributed to not having a speed reading. ????

[@ISuperTed]

I’d have the Tesla all day, except I need a hatchback so that rules it out. Yes I know I could get a Model Y, but already have a big estate so don’t want another big car. If Tesla bring out a 3 variant as a hatch I’d bite their hand off.

[@johnkent5042]

I do love my Model 3 but wish it were a hatchback like my wife’s Golf!

[@Raturidesagain]

Tesla looks super expensive versus Aussie prices. New M3 costs equivalent of GBP30/35/40k for RWD/LR/P versus GBP40-60k in UK.

[@waynerussell6401]

And yet the more expensive Model Y is the bestselling private purchase car in Australia!

[@davidpearn5925]

We bought a Seal for ALL the features AND MORE, for less and with HUD and big range and German engineering quality. Australia doesn't do tariff protection anymore.

[@AR-1806]

I‘m missing the air vents and the armrest in the back of the Volvo

[@woeye3251]

I really dig the design of the Volvo. But from what I’ve heard and seen the energy consumption of the EX30 doesn’t seem to be that great? Of course the M3 has a much better CW value thanks to its lower height. And Teslas generally seem to be super efficient in terms of energy consumption.

[@mrakronyahoo]

The main problem with the Tesla is the lack of indicator stalks. It is not designed for countries with lots of roundabouts - like the UK!

[@982ru]

It's not a problem if you press the button in clockwise or anticlockwise direction. You just press the button in the same direction you'll be turning the steering wheel. It's a problem if you're looking at it like it's up or down button. So if you're thinking about it in the right way is better then having stocks, because you will always have both hands on steering wheel in roundabout.

[@AR-1806]

@@982ruIt‘s not better, it‘s just cost cutting and with a stalk you also have both hands on the wheel

[@alancobbin]

@@982rucorrect 👍

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Enhance Auto the makers of the S3XY buttons have got a prototype ready for mass production.

[@982ru]

@@AR-1806 You are starting with left hand on 9 o'clock position and right hand on 3. In a roundabout you turn the steering wheel. Left hand is now on 2 and right hand on 8. You need to indicate, so left hand must release the steering wheel to go fishing for stock, which is at 9. You don't need to let go of steering wheel with buttons. So a side effect of cost cutting is safer driving once you get used to it.

[@luso57]

An important point for me is the turning radius. Living in a small walled town with very narrow streets and tight corners the Model 3 does not enter the town. I have an ID.3 and i barrely pass in some roads. My next EV will be a ex30 or smart #3.

[@Rick9482]

No contest! Tesla charging network and FSD make it a no-brainer. Two cars in very different leagues.

[@peteramey9385]

All Teslas have Autopilot as standard but not Full Sell Driving. FSD in the UK is pointless to have because you can't use it here yet.

[@markymarkreviews]

EX30 Closest recent EV to the now departed BMW i3. Great turning circle also. But way too many software issues, just not efficient enough and cramped rear and smallish boot for a 4.2m long car. And no HUD even though sister car built on same platform Smart #1 has one. Weird. Otherwise it has great potential. Not recommended at this point though. Volvo have just improved the steering wheel buttons after customer feedback!

[@dcmackintosh]

Quickest Volvo, not fastest. There's a difference.

[@seglarmange]

Very very very Nice test. This woman is just the best

[@smwatson1512]

Can't believe there's more space in the back of the Telsa, it's over a foot longer, what a surprise. Bizarre comparison.

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Can't believe you spelled Tesla incorrectly.

[@actuallypaulstanley]

Really don’t care about the efficiency, the twin-motor performance version is a fast Volvo. Wish they had a Polestar performance package like they used to offer.

[@melcragg7814]

The full self driving only adds red light stopping, and autopark. The rest is vapourware.

[@Andy-zi1wj]

The Volvo ex30 extended range is £37,660 and the Tesla std range £39990 on the road so how is the Volvo higher list unless you spec top trim level. Remember from April 2025 anything over £40k list is £600 a year in tax years 2-6

[@freddykrueger79]

because the base Volvo is very striped of equipment...I think she mentions this in the video... although believe it would be more accurate to mention lower price of Volvo and also lower equipment

[@Andy-zi1wj]

@@freddykrueger79 in what way is it stripped of equipment?

[@freddykrueger79]

@@Andy-zi1wj the base price below tm3 is: for core model with lowest level of equipment... you then have plus which believe most people will buy that in Portugal is around 3keur more. the base price also for the lfp 330kms battery... for the 400+KMS WLTP similar range to tm3/y rwd you need to go to extended range which is another 5keur... then believe standard price is not comparable with tm3 equipment... believe even the tmy can be more interesting for people who really want crossovers/hatch... personally would prefer the smart 3 in terms of equipment and design (pity it lacks Volvo's google automotive software)

[@Andy-zi1wj]

@@freddykrueger79 different spec to UK then as the cheaper car has plenty of equipment

[@molepatrol7529]

Cool looks but let down by the glitchy software , poor efficiency and poor one pedal driving mode and space in rest and boot disappointing. I cancelled my order because of this and terrible experience with my local dealership. Now waiting for the model 3 standard range. I so wanted to like the Volvo but the no of bongs when looking at the screen drive me nuts. Lack of stalks is nowhere near as annoying.

[@alangravy27]

A top review but i really don't see how these are rivals. An expense supermini versus a much larger saloon. Both are missing a speedo in the right place.

[@keithlegg4164]

Shouldn't the EX30 be compared to the Model Y ?? Crossover SUV to Crossover SUV, not a saloon

[@robertmandl9326]

1.) Model Y is a bit more expensive, afaik. 2.) Model Y would completely demolish the Volvo.

[@davidcottrell570]

@@robertmandl9326 3.) You could park the Volvo in the boot. The Y is 20” - 518mm longer.

[@johnwhite2143]

Volvo looks nicer than Tesla does but if I had to choose an EV I'd choose the Mustang Mach e extended range model, much nicer looking and nice and roomy too, can't wait see what the new ford explorer looks like when it's out 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@markhamilton7289]

so the lack of a driver display behind the steering wheel is bad in the Volvo but not in the Tesla? how does that work? plus the Volvo has a larger speed display and (one of my massive bugbears in the Tesla) uses more clear fonts and text colours. the Tesla grey on white is a huge irritation.

[@mrmawson2438]

Cheers Vicky

[@CoxJul]

Barely a button between them and both with one central screen for everything. Both off my shortlist for those reasons.

[@bEEBO178]

They aren't for boomers.

[@tonyhove981]

That seemed like a bitter pill to swallow to admit the winner 😅

[@TheHutchRuns]

I'd prefer the Volvo as a car but the Tesla for the charging network! Until we get that sorted, Tesla will always win if you do a lot of long journeys!

[@Martin-dx5zs]

Good thing is that the Volvos charging port is in the same location as the model 3, and it has access to many superchargers. It also has a better charging curve than the SR Model 3.

[@scottzilla2981]

Five minutes in the Tesla and I had no problem w the lack of stalks. I really don’t see why people wank on about it. Humans are quite adaptable to change. I have no problem also w lack of a Speedo directly in front of me either and I miss Apple Car Play NOT. With Apple CarPlay/ Android I used Sirius XM which was considerably more expensive than the $9.99 monthly for Tesla’s Navigation, Music, Traffic, Maps, and karaoke which is by far, superior to all comers. I can push the mic button and ask it to play any song I want and, bam! Up it comes. I cannot do that w anything else.

[@alastairhatt360]

Totally agree with your comments. Always the first comment is about the stalks…. Get over it as not an issue.

[@MarkoMarkovina]

​@@alastairhatt360don't forget it's a comment from a guy who probably never drove a new Tesla model 3... And yeah they will also say it's cost cutting...lol... A stalks??? Because it's so hard to do the math. Autonomous driving doesn't really make sense with stalks. BTW I had absolute 0 problem getting used to not having them and ainthink it adds to minimalism of Tesla that I also really like...

[@user-le3qv7jb2z]

I have to say

[@SWR112]

No driver display binnacle or HUD means the Volvo when I went to see it just turned me off it. I’ll wait till manufacturers get some sense back and bring buttons and driver display come back. Tesla with its no indicator stalks stops my interest right away.

[@honesty_-no9he]

25% of the price is Tariffs and Taxes.

[@alanhowemusic2457]

Two made in China Electric cars, great!

[@andrewcurtin6255]

You get the Volvo because you want a smaller better looking car with European styling.

[@pf888]

Surprised the European regulators approved both the EX30 and Model 3 without having dedicated speedo screens or HUD.

[@ramadevanramachandaran2078]

The Tesla app and software is miles better then ex30. Before bashing me , I own both cars . The EX30 software is so bloody buggy

[@brucegraham2251]

Disappointed that you contrived a head to head by comparing lowest trim Tesla with highest trim ex30. Also comparing first my Volvo with established Tesla. Finally presuming more boot space automatically means the vehicle is better. Our house hold EX30 is perfect and the car is aimed at a specific household where its boot suits. C'mon Vicky.

[@davidmason1919]

Who are these people that can afford £40k on a car with interest rates at current levels? Just saying 🤷

[@waynerussell6401]

Most car buyers - Model Y is best selling in world. Learn about cost-in-use.

[@urbanstrencan]

Volvo just missing something special , for me is Tesla Model 3

[@davidpearn5925]

In roundabout-land .....the Volvo every time. Country roads hide Tesla's failures around town. Volvo might be around for longer also.

[@robertpotton9179]

Volvo is a nice car to drive (and I own one) but it's small, and the software is dreadful. Wait for at least a year.

[@Martin-dx5zs]

I went for the Volvo over the Tesla after test driving both. The Volvo felt like it offered a lot of the Tesla pros (OTA updates, clean interior, glass roof) but had better build quality and was far quicker. I was able to get a twin motor performance Volvo for less money per month than a base model 3 RWD that’s twice as slow (and doesn’t come with any lane change assist or park assist as standard).

[@abebegirmay3327]

he Volvo Ex30 is very small size as compared to Model 3 specially back sit legg room and bot is very small. Hope you sit at the back and saw the bot very well before you bought your car :D

[@robertmandl9326]

Safe for a slight advantage in acceleration the Volvo is inferior to even the base Model 3 in every way. Congratulations, you saved a few bucks by getting a car thats quicker off the line but has to charge more often, takes longer to charge and offers less space. And if you cant park a car using 2 eyes, 3 mirrors and 3 cameras along with real-time 360 degree imaging of your surroundings then maybe driving isnt for you.

[@EwanM11]

​@@robertmandl9326have you driven both?

[@robertmandl9326]

@@EwanM11 I own a 2024 Model 3 Long Range and I have tested the EX30 a few months ago, so yes. I had high hopes for the EX 30 until I saw the price tags and what the base version comes with. As the lady in this video says - when you deck out the EX 30 to an acceptable level you wind up with a price similar to a Model 3 and Y. I´d recommend the EX 30 if Volvo hadn´t gotten so greedy pricing the thing.

[@Martin-dx5zs]

The charging time is the exact same as the Model 3 (10-80% in 26 minutes) with the charge port being in the exact same location for supercharger use. It’s also got a better charging curve than the RWD model 3 as it sustains a higher speed for longer. We found the space just perfect for our needs, actually prefer the hatchback size over the longer model 3 after driving it. Visibility was also far better, and there were no creeks or rattles (which I can’t say for either of the two Highlands we drove). The Volvos sound system was also night and day compared to the SR model 3 which lacked a sub and any decent base. Cars are subjective though, so not going to sit and argue. Enjoy your model 3 man, but I couldn’t be happier with the Volvo and its build quality, safety, tech, performance.

[@robertmandl9326]

Dear video host, you forgot to mention the underfloor space in the Model 3 trunk. Which is understandable given that fact that it looks like one could fit half of the Volvo´s trunk capacity into the underfloor of the Tesla alone. As for comparing performance versions... the Model 3 recently got its Performance version too. More expensive than this Volvo but also faster. And still overall better.

[@cokyrobes]

Having now done 1600 miles in the EX30 and previously owned a Model 3. The Tesla is by far the better buy in nearly all categories. Only the lack of a hatchback boot is where the EX30 wins, and that’s rarely actually a problem for the Tesla. The Model 3 is far more efficient, and I mean by about 25%! It charges faster, it handles better and its tech/screen is years ahead and unlikely to ever lose it due to constant ota improvements. I really enjoy the EX30, but it’s a slam dunk for the Tesla for anyone with a couple of brain cells. Of course there is more than stats to choosing a car, so looks and ‘feel’ will mean some people choose the lesser vehicle. However for anyone looking to get a genuine ICE replacement without compromise, Tesla all day.

[@ManusBlessing]

Just selected the Volvo over the Tesla. As you point out they are invisible, a 21st Century Ford Sierra reps special. Don’t get me started on the indicators…I live in Milton Keynes!!!

[@robertmandl9326]

So? An odd desire for attention and the inabilty to learn something new is NOT a convincing statement in favor of the Volvo.

[@klaus8458]

The Volvo is too small to be practicsl. The rear seat room is a joke as is the small trunk space. Volvo needs a middle range EV to slot in betweentbe 40&60. The conclusion was clear that Tesla won the competition and this is no surprise.

[@newbeginnings8566]

They're all much more affordable after 18 months as they lose more than 50% of their value...

[@ObiePaddles]

Just like ICE cars

[@newbeginnings8566]

@@ObiePaddles they don't loose anything like as much as EVs.. They do depreciate a lot after purchasing new but nothing EVs... Which are of course even more to purchase in the first place and much harder to resell used ..

[@molepatrol7529]

Tesla doesn’t lose 50% in 18 months.

[@chrisbaker4849]

Sorry, but £40k and massive depreciation just doesn't make sense. I'm not sinking my money into an EV at those prices.

[@NotTheMaestro]

Massive depreciation? Vs what?

[@bEEBO178]

Sounds like you are in a poor financial situation

[@Dreador.]

lol affordable, issue here is we are still stuck in this comparing EV with different class of cars - you wouldn’t get a petrol compact SUV compared with say a 3 series

[@patrickh7368]

I’ve never spent any time looking towards Tesla, I hear all the problems with those door handles etc, understood they only want to produce them with the steering wheel on the wrong side or something daft… Like the Volvo but it needs the HUD couldn’t live with locating speed on that iPad thing … 😮

[@johnkent5042]

That was the Model S and X that had door-handle problems (long since resolved), not the Model 3. Our Model 3 is going on six years old and has been utterly reliable the whole way.

[@pauldbeer]

Why comparing a sedan with a SUV-type vehicle? Another really stupid comment = One won't want to buy the Tesla because "they're completely invisible, there are so many around these days"! What absolute crap!!! What percentage of cars on the road in Britten, and for that matter any place, are Tesla's, not to speak of Model 3's and then to point to the "new" Model 3? Less than 1% for sure! So what an absolute BS comment! Also, isn't looks a subjective opinion or point to buying a car? If so, how can a "motor journalist" make a comment on looks in why one should consider buying a car? It boggles the mind as to how so-called motor vehicle testers try to influence people on what cars "should" be more appealing than others!!! Just a really bad amateurish statement to make! Really bad!!!

[@xD3S1x]

this comparison doesn't make any sense.

[@daveevans9809]

Any more than the fact the words 'depreciation' or 'insurance' are never mentioned in the fantasy 'real world' these channels live in.

[@DeanoEV60]

They’re both 40k and electric.

[@Vlatard]

The Tesla is the objectively winning option, wider, a little more range, maybe better materials, .. but... Except for taxi drivers, professional travelers, most people when they buy a car, one of the most important factors is its aesthetics. Eye-catching design. The exterior appearance of the Tesla is so bland and boring, that it makes it difficult to fall in love and pay €40,000 for one of the most tasteless cars on the market. Nice interior, nice seats, nice materials, nice capacity, really is "the Right Choice"...but....it' sooooo bland. Again.

[@nevilleconnolly8938]

Even more bland interior in the Tesla! Now in nearly every other ev! Just cost saving for the manufacturers!

[@waynerussell6401]

Scandinavian design is never cheap! Both cars designed by Scandinavians, both from Volvo.

[@DeanoEV60]

You missed the material quality. Almost every surface in the Tesla is soft to the touch, in contrast to the little Volvo that’s the opposite with scratchy brittle plastic everywhere.

[@colinpalmer9070]

Volvo 10k overpriced at each spec point. That’s it.

[@andikahaikal]

1 is suv & 1 is car.. 🤡

[@troop73oo]

I really think car reviewers on the whole have let down the consumer badly with there shrug of the shoulders attitude towards the appalling functionality of modern cars. Operating a touch screen with your left hand while driving is bloody hard and gets harder with age.

[@jamesc1872]

Not a like for like comparison against Tesla as it’s a saloon v hatchback. If you have a dog anyway

[@philipc239]

Spend a little more consider a Model Y. Your dog will thank you lots.

[@ObiePaddles]

We have model Y for that reason. The dog mode is worth a Tesla and if you can get the seats covered it is a no-brainer.

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

I've got 2.

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

I've got 2.

[@ObiePaddles]

@@Nickbaldeagle02 we have a quiet large dog that sits in the boot of the model y. You can get complete covers for the rear seats of a model 3. But get the model Y!

[@Nick-ct1ww]

So the Volvo is £40k no bigger and less well built than a diesel golf that pre-Covid was £25k and could do 500 miles on a tank Feels like car companies are colluding to rip us off.

[@jolive3743]

vw, bmw and mercedes actually just got fined for collusion

[@azw409]

Neither for me. No speedo in line of sight and no controls is just dangerous.

[@bEEBO178]

It's not for boomers who are coming to the end of their driving life.

[@johnkent5042]

You get used to it almost immediately, then you never think about it again. We’ve had a Model 3 for six years and it’s simply not an issue.

[@newbeginnings8566]

Tiny boot, minimal rear space - 'it has to be said' as she likes to repeat.. Not a fan of EVs for so many reasons but I would definitely have the Tesla over the Volvo...

[@ElmoBHD]

Once my current lease is done I'll be having a hybrid. Charging at home for me in an apartment is expensive. And depreciation is stupid when Elon decides to drop prices. Lost 15k overnight.

[@lukevo6485]

Good luck selling a hybrid in a few years, you won't be able to give them away

[@erik....]

The Tesla might be a clear winner but in my opinion it looks like shit. I can't think of one single car that looks as bad.

[@Dark_Vader888]

Vulva lost as expected and here comes the butthurt toxic comments from the Vulva losers camp.

[@johnkent5042]

Was waiting for that spelling correction.

[@andrewcurtin6255]

You can’t say the Volvo boot and rear is smaller without mentioning the Volvo car dimensions are smaller. It is a smaller vehicle which is very attractive to the target market.

[@robertmandl9326]

... so you get a car that, in a similar configuration, costs as much as the Model 3 but is overall smaller? Why would anyone go for such a deal, especially when considering size isn't the only thing the Model 3 offers more of?

[@Martin-dx5zs]

I priced up a model 3 to match the spec of the my volvo. For it to match, I had to go for the long range (which is still almost a second slower to 60), paint has to be added, upgraded wheels (at least 19” but the Volvo still comes with 20”), white interior, and enhanced autopilot to get auto lane change and park assist. Adds up to costing twice as much per month (at least it did at the time I was looking @ 9% APR).

[@robertmandl9326]

@@Martin-dx5zs White dirties up quicker, no matter how well you take care of it; manageable, but takes more effort. The bigger the tyres the more they reduce your range. You chose style over practicality - you got yourself a nicer looking car that also costs you more. But more importantly, you made my point at least partially: considering where the Volvo has its base price its almost laughable how expensive it gets when you add the good stuff in - for a car thats factually one class lower and thus, no matter how much you deck it out, will at the very least always offer you way less space to work with. How´s the smart phone app? Noone ever mentions those on cars like Volvo. Do you have integrated cameras that double up as both dashcams and as an extra alarm / safety system when the car is parked? Can you access said cameras through the app? Do you get real-time tracking of your cars position and basic status on the app? Does the Volvo save multiple driver profiles which include mirror, wheel and seat adjustment as well as driving settings? Does the Volvo come with a small touchscreen in the back for both infotainment and air vent control? I could go on. You see, there are MANY reasons why the Model 3 is more expensive, the least of which is being a bigger car. I´m waiting for your reply.

[@Martin-dx5zs]

Christ, is there no self awareness that different folks may like different things lol? That’s certainly one thing I prefer on the Volvo front is the lack of a strong fanboy base. If you are genuinely interested vs just arguing, the EX30 app does highlight the real time location of the car, allow for pre heating and cooling as well as cycling fresh air through the cabin. It also allows the windows to vent. While I will miss the built in dash cam functionality, the Volvo does have cameras all round which allows for a Birds Eye view and 360 view camera which I much prefer over the Tesla vision. It also has ultrasonic sensors and a bumber cam. The car comes with 4 years free 5G connectivity, it automatically calculates routes and plans chargers accordingly (stating accurately the arrival percentage, time needed to charge at each step…). I can also specify which charging networks I want to display (for example, only using public superchargers). The volvo infotainment also has app support, so I natively can run Waze, Chrome, Google Maps, Amazon Prime, KZbin… Again, I ain’t looking for arguments or petty comparisons. I simply stated that for my personal tastes and needs, the Tesla cost more and had worse build quality, worse sound system, worse performance (literally twice as slow to 60) and lacked features like a 360 cam, lane change assist, and auto park. But as it’s all personal preference, I understand why others would like something else too.

[@Martin-dx5zs]

The EX30 I’ve ordered also has electric seats, with memory function and driver profiles. The car comes with a proximity key, as well as RFID cards that work similar to the Tesla, and a future update will bring phone support to unlock and start the car. There is also no on/off button, the car automatically starts when you get in, and turns off when you leave. There’s also a camp mode like option to keep the ac running. Volvo also provide OTA updates on a 6-8 week cadence of which they have a great track record with. But again, I have a hunch that you are not genuinely interested and instead just arguing over what car people prefer and should buy, so I’m going to disable notifications for this thread. Honestly man, glad you’re happy with your car and enjoy it

[@nevadaxtube]

I would never buy a Tesla because I don't support the crazy views of their emotionally unbalanced and mentally disturbed leader.

[@purnomosetiawan]

The problem for tesla is typical American company just like Boeing.....bad QC.

[@waynerussell6401]

Myth. Every year Tesla wins in customer satisfaction surveys and in conversions and retentions. Bloomberg bears surveyed Model 3 owners and got a 98% 'would buy again' rating! Model Y is best selling car in the World...

[@johnkent5042]

Our Model 3 is six years old and QC is excellent. Never a problem.

[@andrejxyxy2020]

This world is going totaly mad. Neither volvo EX30 ot Tesla can ajust some things as fast as my button full Volvo C30. My charge time from 0 to 1000 % 3 minutes at any gas station at same porice. But why make it simple if yopu can make it complicated. I wonder how many things do you really need to enjoy driveing a car. If you need all those assist manybe you should not drive a car in a first place. Driveing a car is like plying an instrument no ammount of computer help will teach you to drive a car or play a piano only practise make you better driver. If changeing a lane or parking a car is a problem for you maybe you should not pass driveing licence at all. But why not pull a lot of money out of stupid people :) EV eco frendly my ass. Please do resurch how do you get those Li ion batteries, electricity etc, putiing CO2 emmisions to another places is not a solution for the planet. And how long do those batteries last ? My engine is 17 years old and with 270 000 km still going strong. And my C30 Volvo is still one of the best looking cars on the road 17 years latter.

[@BlackPawGaming]

why we would buy a car and just sit in the car for it to drive itself.. we buy a car to drive a car. the Tesla still the most ugly car anyway despite the 3 is a bit looking better than the most ugly Y.

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

Interest in EVs is dropping month by month. Before long, it will reach net zero.😐

[@bEEBO178]

No it won't. People are slaves to oil and love paying 80 % tax

[@Andrew.-.-]

None no one want them . EVs are just a laugh . Second hand market crashed . Our,oval Merc garage won’t take secondhand . The the vVWgarage had one for 4 months on the four court cannot sell it . It’s over

[@drrai1974]

Get an ICE and leave us peacefully 😂

[@bEEBO178]

Sounds like you are poor. That's ok and fine to admit.

[@bEEBO178]

Did you get gapped by an EV?

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

IF Elon was smart he'd be refitting his Tesla assembly lines right about now to be installing internal combustion engines.