Kia EV2 or Volvo EX30?
What are the main differences between the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
Kia EV2
- From-price
- €27,595 (price list March 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 308–453 km
- Power
- 100–108 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 29 min
- Boot space
- 362 litres (VDA)
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2026)
- Versions in the price list
- 9
Volvo EX30
- From-price
- €32,995 (price list 20 April 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 334–476 km
- Power
- 110–315 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 26 min
- Boot space
- 318 litres (ISO)
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2024)
- Versions in the price list
- 31
How do the versions of the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | Kia EV2 EV2 42,2 kWh Essential | Kia EV2 EV2 61 kWh Air | Volvo EX30 EX30 P3 Essential | Volvo EX30 EX30 P3 Long Range Core |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | €27,595Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list March 2026 | €33,595Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list March 2026 | €32,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 20 April 2026 | €37,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 20 April 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | €26,645 | €32,645 | €31,895 | €36,895 |
| Specifications | ||||
| PowertraindiffersFrom the version’s price list. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Rear-wheel drive | Electric, Rear-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 108 kW (147 hp) | 100 kW (135 hp) | 110 kW (150 hp) | 110 kW (150 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 8.5 s | 9.5 s | 8.6 s | 8.3 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 312 km15.4 kWh/100 km | 453 km14.9 kWh/100 km | 334–337 km17.1–17.2 kWh/100 km | 471–476 km17–17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)differsSource: Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | 49 kWh | 64 kWh |
| AC chargingSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 115 kW | 115 kW | 134 kW | 153 kW |
| Fast charging 10-80 %differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 29 min | 30 min | 26 min | 28 min |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,615 kg | 1,630 kg | 1,840 kg | 1,850 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 0 kg | 750 kg | 1,000 kg | 1,200 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 362 l | 362 l | 318 l | 318 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | 4,060 × 1,800 × 1,575 mm | 4,060 × 1,800 × 1,575 mm | 4,233 × 1,838 × 1,555 mm | 4,233 × 1,838 × 1,555 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 12 October 2026; Euro NCAP, 4 December 2024 | 5 of 5 stars (2026) | 5 of 5 stars (2026) | 5 of 5 stars (2024) | 5 of 5 stars (2024) |
| Costs (computed) | ||||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-28, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | €400€4,796 a year on €26,645 | €498€5,982 a year on €32,645 | €485€5,817 a year on €31,895 | €576€6,917 a year on €36,895 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | €177 – €193all provinces, 2026 | €177 – €193all provinces, 2026 | €214 – €234all provinces, 2026 | €214 – €234all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl), 20 April 2026 | €4.0015.4 kWh/100 km | €3.8714.9 kWh/100 km | €4.4617.2 kWh/100 km | €4.4617.2 kWh/100 km |
When do you choose the Kia EV2 and when the Volvo EX30?
Choose the Kia EV2 if…
- you want a small electric car with, according to ANWB, a good range (up to 453 km WLTP with the 61 kWh battery)
- you value composed ride comfort and a quiet cabin (ANWB)
- you are considering the four-seat version with a sliding rear bench: Autozine calls it very roomy
Choose the Volvo EX30 if…
- you want a compact, well-equipped electric car with a five-star Euro NCAP result
- you mostly sit in the front and rarely carry adults in the back
- you want a WLTP range of 471-476 km with the 64 kWh battery
- you want to tow a braked trailer of 1,000 to 1,600 kg (depending on the version)
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Kia EV2 costs per month: electricity about €50 (WLTP consumption 15.4 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €65 – €71 depending on the province, together €115 – €121 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Volvo EX30 costs per month: electricity about €56 (WLTP consumption 17.2 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €79 – €86 depending on the province, together €134 – €142 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kia EV2EV2 42,2 kWh Essential | €50 | €65 – €71 | €115 – €121 |
| Volvo EX30EX30 P3 Essential | €56 | €79 – €86 | €134 – €142 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Are there used Kia EV2 or Volvo EX30 cars for sale?
- Volvo EX30: 210 used cars in our stock, from €28,940. See the used cars
Frequently asked questions
What do the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30 cost?
The Kia EV2 costs from €27,595 (price list March 2026) and the Volvo EX30 from €32,995 (price list 20 April 2026).
Which goes further, the Kia EV2 or the Volvo EX30?
According to WLTP the Kia EV2 manages 308–453 km and the Volvo EX30 334–476 km. The Volvo EX30 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30?
The boot of the Kia EV2 holds 362 litres (VDA) and the Volvo EX30 318 litres (ISO). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Which charges faster, the Kia EV2 or the Volvo EX30?
Fast charging from 10 to 80 % takes from 29 min in the Kia EV2 and from 26 min in the Volvo EX30 (quickest version).
How safe are the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30 according to Euro NCAP?
The Kia EV2 scored 5 of 5 stars (2026 test) and the Volvo EX30 5 of 5 stars (2024 test). The test years differ.
Where can you read more about the Kia EV2 and the Volvo EX30?
- All versions and specifications of the Kia EV2
- All versions and specifications of the Volvo EX30
- Our review of the Kia EV2
- Our review of the Volvo EX30
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV2. Prijslijst maart 2026. (code ZK601EV2090JUN26, MY27.02) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe EV2 2026 met catalogusprijs gelijk aan fiscale waarden uit de prijslijst (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Kia EV2 2026 Safety Rating - 5 stars (document date 12 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): nieuwe Volvo personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (eerste toelating = eerste tenaamstelling NL) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen (m9d7-ebf2): massa ledig voertuig, massa rijklaar en zitplaatsen van nieuwe EX30/EX40/XC60/V60/XC40 in 2026 (groepen > 10 auto's) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl): Prijslijst Volvo EX30 + Volvo EX30 Cross Country, modeljaar 2027 (versie MY27 04-2026 v2, 13-05-2026) (document date 20 April 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Volvo Car Nederland (volvocarstools.nl): Prijslijst Volvo EX30 + Volvo EX30 Cross Country Europa, modeljaar 2027 (versie MY27 04-2026 v2 Europa, 13-05-2026) (document date 20 April 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Volvo EX30 2024 assessment (document date 4 December 2024, checked on 26 October 2026)
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