Volvo EX30 to arrive Malaysia soon – Electric SUV with up to 422hp, 480km range

VOLVO Car Malaysia (VCM) seems to be launching the EX30 in the near future. Bookings are now open, and those interested can start registering on the newly opened dedicated webpage.

The Volvo EX30 is a new-generation compact electric vehicle (EV) from the Swedish manufacturer. It measures 4,223mm in length, 1,837mm in width, 1,555mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,650mm.

Depending on the variant, this SUV is equipped with a 69kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery. It can be charged using AC 11kWh (7.5 hours) or DC 153kW (26.5 minutes from 10 to 80 percent).

The specific variant available in the Malaysian market is yet to be confirmed, but the EX30 comes with three motor configuration options.

The Core Single Motor Extended Range and Ultra Single Motor Extended Range models each have a single electric motor at the rear, with outputs of 268hp and 343Nm, and a driving range of 480km.

The higher variant is the Ultra Twin Motor Performance with two electric motors, and outputs of 422hp and 543Nm torque. It has a slightly lower driving range of 460km according to WLTP cycle.

Like previous Volvo models, the EX30 cabin is quite minimalistic but features a completely new design. The dashboard features a 12.3-inch vertical infotainment screen with software such as Google, Apple, and Qualcomm. It also has ECARX, and all of this can be updated over-the-air.

The EX30 also comes with a digital key that can be integrated with various smartphones, with applications for functions such as charging, location, locking, and heating. The Park Pilot Assist on the EX30 is the latest version.

Interested in the latest Volvo electric SUV? You can register your interest at this link.