Faulkner Volvo Cars Trevose wants to help you find the right car. There are many comparisons between the Volvo EX30 and the Tesla Model 3. While each is a formidable entry into the electric vehicle market, there is a clear winner.
The 2025 Volvo EX30 offers a quarter-mile time of about 12 seconds. This power comes from an available permanent-magnet synchronous AC 268 horsepower rear motor and a permanent-magnet synchronous AC 154 horsepower front motor for a combined 422 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque.The Tesla Model 3 offers an available permanent-magnet synchronous AC motor producing 276 horsepower in the rear and an induction AC motor up front producing 118 horsepower for a combined 394 horsepower and 377 pound-feet of torque.
When determining the efficiency of electric vehicles, a standard of 33.7 kilowatt-hours is equivalent to one gallon of fuel. This calculation doesn't reflect the carbon footprint of electric vehicles since the electricity production source can vary.The Volvo EX30 has an EPA-rated combined MPGe of 139 and 145 city/125 highway. While the Tesla Model 3 only offers an EPA-rated 116 combined MPGe and 120 city/112 highway. Electric vehicles are more efficient in the city because of regenerative braking; the motors act as generators when slowing down and back-feeding the battery.
The passenger volume of the Volvo EX30 is 91 cubic feet. The cargo capacity is 14 cubic feet with the seats up and 32 cubic feet with the rear seats down.
The Tesla Model 3 has 97 cubic feet of passenger space and a cargo capacity of 15 cubic feet. The front trunk adds another three cubic feet.The exterior of the EX30 is about 167 inches long, about 72 inches wide, and about 61 inches high. The Model 3 is about 185 inches long, around 73 inches wide, and almost 57 inches high.Eventually, every vehicle will need some level of servicing. While electric vehicles have fewer moving parts that can break, they are not immune from damage or the occasional recall. While Volvo Cars dealerships exist in every state, only 29 states have Tesla locations. While you can drive a Tesla in each state, if there is a problem beyond an over-the-air update, you may need to travel.
| 2024 Volvo EX30 | 2024 Tesla Model3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Driveline | AWD/RWD | AWD |
| Battery Capacity | 69.0 kWh | 26 kWh / 100 mi. |
| Horsepower | 422 hp | Not available |
| Torque | 400 ft. lbs | Not available |
| Cargo Capacity | Up to 27.8 cu. ft. | 24.1 cu. ft. |
| Charging | 8 h | 9.4 hr |
| Transmission | Automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
The Tesla Model 3 was released in 2017. While it has received some technology updates since then, the vehicle has remained much the same. Sitting a brand new Model 3 next to one from nearly ten years ago, most people would find it difficult to tell which is which. If the lack of a refresh of the Model S is any indication, it will still be some time before the Model 3 has any major changes. The Volvo EX30 is a relatively new vehicle, so it would be surprising if its design had already been refreshed. However, based on the V90, which was introduced in 2016 and received a refresh in 2020, expect a similar schedule for the EX30.The Model 3 offers a choice of two interior colors, black or white. Volvo offers three interior trims for the EX30. Tesla has a choice of six paint colors, while Volvo has five. When combined with the interior options, Volvo has more combinations.
While reading a comparison gives you a good idea of what vehicle is better for you, the only way to get a sense is to get behind the wheel. Stop into Faulkner Volvo Cars Trevose today, and a sales team member can walk you through the features of the vehicles in our inventory. Contact us today to schedule a test drive of your next new Volvo.
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