Is the Volvo EX30 REALLY Worth It? Owners Reveal Their Top 7 Complaints!

The Volvo EX30 has been making waves since its release, but how does it hold up in real life? We've gathered insights from actual owners to bring you an in-depth look at the Volvo EX30's most common issues. From tech troubles to everyday annoyances, we cover it all!
In this video, we'll discuss:
Troubleshooting infotainment and connectivity issues
Charging limit resets and workarounds
Keyless entry and sensory overload challenges
Automatic boot opening problems
DAB and FM radio reception failures
Design flaws and their impacts
Media system quirks and user frustrations
Upcoming software updates and what to expect
If you own a Volvo EX30 or are considering buying one, you won’t want to miss this comprehensive overview of the daily nuisances and critical malfunctions reported by real owners.
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[@sargfowler9603]

Good research and presentation of the issues with this car. Sure most will be fixed through the magic of software updates, but nice to know before you buy

[@siasek]

Thank you! I'm preparing a video about the software update, so I'm curious to see what all it will fix and if any new bugs will come with it. I was surprised by some quite fundamental bugs that any EV driver would have immediately discovered if they had the car at home for a week. Car companies terribly underestimate these tests with real drivers

[@robertpotton9179]

I've had my EX30 for nearly two months and yes to all of those! You didn't mention that there's also the issue of the centre screen randomly going black and rebooting. OTA update 1.3 has been withdrawn and is only available from dealerships. Volvo make ok cars - software needs a lot more work.

[@siasek]

Oh, it's what I meant when I talked about infotainment being unresponsive, though mentioning the screen going black probably would have been clearer. The software definitely needs some love, I hope Volvo gets on it fast, or they will have many unimpressed customers and perhaps not too many new sales going forward. That's such a shame that OTA has been withdrawn, makes no sense to me. Just give people more of a hassle?

[@stefanbueschi]

Connectivity issues yes, it took 10 days until the car sim modem started to work, and the data connection is weak. And yes the 6 amp issue for charging

[@grahambate1567]

Excellent and clear presentation

[@siasek]

Thank you😊

[@MrDoylers]

Thanks for the advice especially about opening the doors. Wouldn’t it be great if the Volvo garage could have told me. I am hoping my phone will be the key soon. I had software 1.3.1 and it solved some issues including the 6V problem.

[@delboykinobi5273]

I'm test driving an EX30 twin plus in 2 weeks..... Is there anything else you think I should be keeping an eye out for?

[@siasek]

I don't know of anything else right now, these are all the issues I was able to find. Hopefully most of them will be fixed with the software update, though of course some new ones may come along as well. I'm preparing a video on the update now, so definitely stay tuned for that. You can also check out this forum www.ex30forums.com/, there's lots of information there 😊

[@robertvickers911]

@@siasekI own an ex30. Would I buy one now. No, but I would buy one in a heartbeat when the software issues are resolved.

[@stefanfalldorf6573]

Does the Smart #1 has the same issues?

[@siasek]

I'm not sure actually! But maybe I can look at it in another video, it would be interesting to see how different EV brands compare in terms of software

[@beniaminopisati2667]

I confirm everything. The fact of not having a switch off of the car is very annoying, if I have to wait while I recharge I have to turn off the radio, headlights, fans. Or simply while I get home and need to unload some things (and here there is also the other problem of closing the doors, when I move away and get closer, every time...my god how annoying) There is a switch off mode (but you get there after at least four taps) but it also turns off the screen... then as soon as you open a door everything turns back on, why?? it does not make sense. A long press of the P button may turn off everything except the screen. Easy.

[@siasek]

Sheesh, it sounds like Volvo is in desperate need of a UX testing department. Or like at least get one or two guys to take the car for a spin before sending it to market. This is really unbelieavable for such an established brand 🙄 The one thing I can let them slide on is the proximity key opening. It works the same in my Citroen and it is supposed to work this way, which is very useful in some ways, but frustrating if you're near the car or loading/unloading as you mention. I would probably switch to the unlocking by touching the door handle, which luckily you can do in the EX30. Unfortunately I don't have this option in my e-C4, but had it in my e-Golf and I loved it

[@JohanVdBerg-uj5tv]

Thank you for your revieuw, and collecting experiences from other EX 30 owners! I will be following you with great interest in the near future because our EX30 will be delivered early november. I assume that, thanks to your reviews, many problems have been resolved! Also i am curious about the consumption !Johan

[@siasek]

I'm making a video about the software 1.3 update that EX30 should be getting via OTA next... it should solve a lot of these problems. and hopefully it doesn't bring new ones 🙂I think the EX30 is a nice car, so hopefully they can iron out all the kinks with these updates. Sometimes I just wish car companies did a bit more UX testing before going to market, but then I guess I wouldn't have so much material for videos 😄 Thank you for watching and welcome aboard!

[@Marco-vk3jd]

Just to add in case it happens to anyone else. There's also issues with the new car wash mode in version 1.3. I've used it once and started having issues with the button from the boot not working most of the times and not opening the boot (using the screen, the boot would open every time). The mirrors also started having issues and not unfolding sometimes when the car was unlocked. Reseting the car, fixed all the issues. But I bet maybe reseting the screen would solve the issues as well.

[@siasek]

Oh man, it seems the software developers don't have any test cars available. If they did and drove them to lunch at least, they'd get a lot of things sorted out before releasing an update 😅

[@jojos681]

Thanks for mentioning the problems. I'm driving the EX30 for about 2 months and 3300 km and can confirm all of the named problems. The performance and the car's hardware is great, but the software problems are annoying. E.g. simple things like the charging current limt, has it never been tested? Then there is an update, but the german language is messed up and the update must be redrawn, incredible quality control.

[@siasek]

I can imagine those software problems get annoying when you have to deal with them every day. They're mainly small issues, but when it builds up when they happen all the time. Were you also surprised that there was no mention of these problems in press reviews? It's really difficult to find objective reviews and info about new cars on YT, just filmed press releases from the same journalists over and over again. Well, I guess there's a good reason they keep getting asked to come back 😄

[@jojos681]

@@siasek Fortunately, most problems are minor and there are workarounds, except the bad internet connection in the car, which is necessary for navigation, charge preparation and speach commands. And non-UK users complain about a wrong country settings, which affects all apps with geofencing (Spotify, DAB, Amazon Music/Video). So in summary its really annoying, and even the Volvo dealers have no information. I can understand Volvo a little bit, times for EV have become harder due to political decisions here and still a lot of prejudices against EV. But on the other hand, you are not invisible in the internet... So I hope your YT channel shows also that customer relationship is important also after sales.

[@robertvickers911]

Great review, very accurate. On my car the internet connection did not work from new. Has taken three months before hopefully it has been fixed. Yes the radio cuts out when lifting your foot off the throttle. Covered the Harmon Kardon sign with black tape. Crazy to have to do this with a brand new car. The resetting of the charging rate has been addressed on the update 1.3. I had to go to the dealer to do this as the internet wasn’t working. I use the proximity to open the doors. However cost cutting has meant a loss of the ability open the door with any other handle than the drivers. It would be great if you would do a usability review on the central screen. Personally I think it’s an absolute disaster due in part to regulatory requirements and designers vanity. I agree with you , that you have to question if the car was road tested before being released. This is a great car ruined by poor development.

[@siasek]

Your last sentence sums it up perfectly, it's really a shame and I hope Volvo takes their time to properly resolve these issues. I wasn't aware of being able to only open the car from the driver's side. Is this just when using the proximity? These issues are wild to me because the Polestar 2 (Polestar was originally under Volvo) has really excellent software, but I guess they have since split and don't collaborate anymore? Because instead of using the perfect software from Polestar 2 Volvo seems to have built the EX30 software from scratch and it's a fiasco. It's interesting (though not too surprising) that no journalists mentioned any of this in their reviews, they must not have tested it very well. Great idea about a review of the central screen, I'll definitely look into it. Thank you!

[@delboykinobi5273]

For company car I can have the following at a monthly cost £30/month EX30 trim ultra £190/month EX30 twin plus How would you justify the extra £160 for the EX40? Could you??

[@thecookeman]

It's a better car. Bigger in every way. Much bigger back seat and boot. It depends on your requirements

[@thecookeman]

She has done a video comparing the two

[@siasek]

That's an amazing price for the EX30 trim ultra!!! I'm a bit confused though, are you asking about the price difference between the two trims or the EX30 vs EX40?

[@delboykinobi5273]

Basically I thinking the EX30 at £30 is a no brainer and I have to chose it. But I like to take my time and seek advice on all decisions... Even the quick and obvious ones. What would you chose in my position?

[@donpatisson]

The Harman&Kardon logo issue… seriously? The software, connectivity and door opening issues are real annoyances. Something you can’t fix, is the absence of a head up display. Furthermore, leaving in the UAE, the app is not available making it more difficult to access the car’s features. However, the car is a real good drive. It’s compact agile and very pleasant.

[@siasek]

Well, the logo is an issue for enough people to have a whole discussion thread about it, not to mention some comments even on this video. I know it would bother me if I kept getting blinded by a metal reflection, but maybe you have very good shades or less sensitive eyes or something 😊 The lack of a driver display or at least a HUD is one of the reasons I nixed the EX30 from my selection. I do hope in time there will be after-market mods available, like there are for Tesla. I'm glad to hear it's a good drive and I do hope Volvo is working on getting rid of these software issues. As another commenter said, it's a good car, that has been marred by poor software development.

[@donpatisson]

@@siasek fully aligned on the software’s weakness! I have actually a subtle but efficient tinting. We have the dual motor full spec version with the solar roof (regretfully without a shade but had it tinted) and in the UAE where the sun is prominent and this was never an issue. My wife (her car) is mostly annoyed by the keyless entry. Despite the unavailability of the app to connect with the car (no e-Sim function neither in the Google thing), once you’re set, you don’t fiddle around with too many things and it’s, again, such a pleasant drive! Did first long distance ride yesterday (high speed, relatively dense traffic) and it was absolutely great. The electronics (cruise control with distance management, line assist, etc.) which I would never use on short commute is great on a boring highway trip. Only major weakness I found was the steering wheel sensor which did not recognized sometimes that my hands were actually on the steering wheel and disconnected the autopilot. So in summary: great content but on the scale of priority, the H&K logo comes last 😜

[@tonymaxwell303]

Am really looking I’m having a Volvo next. EX30 was on my list but I think I am swaying more to the the EC40

[@siasek]

I know what you mean. At first glance I thought the EX30 was awesome, but upon doing a bit more research I also find the XC40 more intresting.. like more well put together. Plus it has a driver display!

[@tonymaxwell303]

@@siasek and the price difference with the EX30 range just to get a panoramic roof is ridiculous. Comes as standard with the EC40. The price difference between the plus and ultra EX30 models to me just does not seem worth it

[@delboykinobi5273]

Do you get any response from Volvo on these issues?

[@siasek]

Software 1.3 is officially released, I'm currently preparing a video about it, so I'm very curious to see how many bugs from the video have been fixed.

[@volvocarswe162]

Had my now for 3 weeks and 3000km No problem at all. Buuut hate that only the driver door have keyless and no handle on the roof… Dont understand Volvo the ” safe car ” NOT One screen it not so safe

[@barkan86]

My right seat started to rattle..

[@raypalmer7733]

Consistent systems resets... Sounds like a microsoft solution to fix... reboot.

[@siasek]

On the other hand, it's nice that the system boots up, which is often not the case with Windows... I just got one computer with a Critical process died error... and there's just no way to fix it 🫤 Just a clean Windows installation

[@MrVeeBlog]

Frequent need for system resets? Is it frequent or just part of your video? Have you had any of these issues with your EX30?

[@siasek]

if you're really interested, I think you can get the answer to your first two questions by reading the other comments on this video.

[@paaziwaay]

volvo turned out to be a pure chinese brand.Do not expect high quality work.

[@jojos681]

Nope, the hardware is great. Quality of materials and processing is ok for that price, performance of the car is excellent. Great parts of the software are licensend, and maybe Volvo underestimated the effort to adapt the software. The high portion of software in a car seems to be new for some old fashioned car manufacturers, not everything can be easily offloaded to 3rd party developers. I'm still hopefull...

[@simontrusound]

I nearly ordered an EX30 after an enjoyable test drive. I'm so glad I didn't. The problems listed just don't occur on older ICE cars, we seem to have 'thrown the baby out with the bath water' when it comes to new technology. The basic chassis and design are good but what was wrong with keys and boot release buttons. I'm left with the impression that buying any new car is more akin to buying a computer with its attendant life span and irritations. I'll stick with my mk.6 Golf and it's lovely manual handbrake for now.

[@siasek]

I can't tell you how hard it was for me to switch from an e-Golf (mk.7) to a new car that is inferior in almost every basic way. Lately, even though I never really wanted one, I've been considering a Tesla Model 3 Highland, which is also far from perfect but is unbeatable in terms of software and updates. I don't know of another manufacturer that can handle seamless OTA infotainment updates, let alone the whole car.

[@Xenofanis]

Τίποτα από όλα αυτά δεν αποτελεί πραγματικό πρόβλημα για εμένα, αυτό που δεν καταλαβαίνω είναι γιατί τα πίσω καθίσματα δεν τραβούντε προς τα πίσω για μεγαλύτερη άνεση των πίσω επιβατών!

[@rogeriomoleiro5315]

👍🏻 good idea

[@siasek]

That would be a good way to get more legroom in the back, good idea. Personally I would definitely be annoyed by the infotainment freezing and cutting off navigation, ditto the charging limit resets. Especially if heading out for a long trip or something! you must be more patient and forgiving than I am 😄

[@eretikos]

Πάρε το smart 1 ,ίδιο είναι με πολύ μεγαλύτερους χώρους και συρόμενα πίσω καθίσματα.

[@user-ds7ue7jo2l]

By using the hook the acc is cancled!!!!

[@siasek]

what do you mean by hook?

[@simontrusound]

…It was when the salesperson opened the bonnet and I saw beneath the Scandinavian skin for the first time I realised I was looking at a Chinese car not a Swedish Volvo.

[@worrywart1311]

Sounds like Volvo should be paying the customer to take one of these cars.

[@siasek]

😅to be fair, I'd even be willing to take it for free. Or maybe with 50% off...