The car is extremely well-made and nice to look at. The driving performance is also good. The main argument for not buying it is the sparse and cost-saving interior.
Autocar (UK) reports owners having serious software problems with their cars: "These issues, owners say, range from screens going black and steering-wheel buttons not responding to cars not charging and even emergency braking systems randomly activating." Not perhaps well-made after all
@@piglet5287 I had a black screen where the Map was. I thought I’d pushed a button that made it do that. When I pulled over, I went into reverse to see the camera. And drive again to see the front. Both worked. After switching the car off using the “off” facility. It worked again
I think it is well positioned as price point vs specs, need to be intelligent with your choices. Many niggles but all can be amended with the next face-lift. On finance buy it should be competitive. Good product, need to be communicated 2 the market cleverly. Well done Marek😊
20 inch rims on a car this small... OMG. My first car, a Honda CRX Si had 14 inch rims. I love this car except for the "main screen do all" approach. In the end it's way too small for a family of 4. It would be great for a single person. Kind of pricey though. 64k CAD for the mid level AWD? That's the price of a top trim VW ID 4 AWD here.
@@MarekDrivesENG 😅 I have to say, their esthetic designs, exterior and interior, are top notch. I do love them. In the past I never bought them because of their questionable durability but maybe that's not the case in their EVs. They really need to make the XC40...errrr EX40 and the EX60 dedicated EV platforms.
I completely agree with your conclusion. I like the interior of the Volvo because it is simple, with obvious cost savings, but it is more charming than Tesla's interior with its various fabrics, materials, and colors. Unfortunately, I wouldn't consider the EX30 due to the obscene price. Also, the self-parking feature seems lacking compared to my (old) V90 Cross Country from 2017, which did a much better job. I see a lot of EX30s on the roads, so that's nice, but I'll pass an Electric Volvo (for now).
At last, testing the self parking 👍 not necessarily the most needed feature but it gives an insight into how the tech will work overall, good review … thought I hated it, you confirmed I would 😂
I must say that driving through Poland was very… efficient. I rented a BMW 430d Gran Coupe, I’m glad I did, because it kept up with traffic well. And the adaptive cruise worked at Polish motorway speeds. (130 and up, shall we say).
So put a system that beeps if take eyes off the road AND then put the speedo on main screen so you HAVE to take eyes off road to see speed ????? Now that's good design
I am sorry for being old but this reminds me of Skoda Favorit from the outside lol. The inside I like very much. If they are cheap as used, may pick one up down the line. At least no one will steal it with those looks.
You don’t tap it to lock, you swipe it. You also assign each profile to a key so when that key opens the car it changes to that driver profile saved settings.
@@neilthompson2526 you also get a fob that automatically opens the doors when you are close. As long as it’s in the car, you can use it. For security I keep mine in a holder to stop naughty people picking the signal up
Long range version is almost as much as a Model Y. I checked the car but I can't justify its price. I would propably go for a EV3 if its charging port was at the right side.
Volvo have somehow snatched defeat from the jaws of victory with this one. The EX30 seemed to have so much promise when it was announced but it seems that it hasn't quite lived up to it. There's so many design details that I like, but the decision to follow Tesla with the ergonomics and Geely with the ADAS means a no from me. I remember how Volvo was talking about the window switch positioning, 'soundbar' sound system and the lack of a driver's gauge cluster were ways to reduce cost... but why is it still so expensive?
Doesn’t trip anything. I’ve had mine for 3 months and that is not an issue. They pick up speed limits from Google. So if nobody tells Google that the Road Works has gone, it will report the wrong speed
But the last time there were any road works in this place was several years ago. Also, it's not the first time I've driven a car on this road, and none of them has picked up a 50 speed limit. That's including cars, where I have Android Auto running from my phone, which shows the proper speed limit.
@ I understand exactly but that is the answer. The Google map even puts a small box up to ask you is that is the correct speed limit for that road. Like the majority of people, you are driving so just ignore it. Looking at the speed limit isn’t a problem, it’s easier than looking at your left hand mirror or radio . I also have my icons on Large which helps as I’m old. Lol have a great day and thanks for the chat. Again, I’m old…
I'd even say knowing the speed limit is the driver's job, and having it up on the screen is nice to have. And that's all fine. HOWEVER these days information displayed on the screen is used by Intelligent Speed Assistant (ISA), which will beep at you for going over the limit (which in this case you're not, because you know it's a false positive, but the car doesn't). ISA will also alert you that the speed limit's changed (another bong), and if you have the adaptive cruise control set to automatically set your speed to whatever the limit in the area is, all of a sudden you're decelerating from 120 to 50, when everyone else is still driving 120. So, I couldn't care less if it's displaying "time for ice cream" on the screen, as long as it doesn't make any noises, and it's not connected to my brakes. Unfortunately it does, and it can be. That's the issue I'm trying to emphasise here.
buy used in 2 years. apparently, ev owners are going back to hybrid and gas. you can probably pick one up at half the price. at that price, you can live with it's shortcomings ... maybe.
I think it’s a very nice looking car but the rear legroom is a bit disappointing, however it’s made in China and probably marketed towards the Chinese who are relatively short. The dash is so basic. I’m not a fan of a tablet controlling everything. I think I’d rather pay extra for an XC40.
Volvo has always been distinguished by its elegant design and quality. But China remains China... even for a lot of money... well, they can't make anything high-quality, even with the hands of Europeans... or rather, with their heads)) Apparently, mass production wins over reliability. Super like for the music at the beginning 🎸☺
Beautiful in the outside, "not so good" in the inside. It is a "software car", and to make it more dramatic, it is an "Android" software car. In the future, maybe Android could a choice, at the present only to phones in my opinion. If the battery goes dead totally for whatever reason, would that mean not being able to open the doors??? These type of vehicles give you "added stress" (for that reason but for many many others also and in this particular car) instead of "peace of mind" when using/owning it.
Cool review. 55000 Euro's for an over gimmicked small car made in China won't cut it for me. The self parking feature is hilarious, - one has to pay a lot of money for. Still waiting for an affordable car without these idiot modes for lame brainers. Probably not in my lifetime.
Another aweful ipad stuck onto the dash design. Removing physical controls and driver cluster should be illegal. Volvo are supposed to be safe cars, this is not safe. It's stupid.
🤔. Driver experiences are average. Acceleration is great, for those who care. The fit and feel is so so. Chair quality is poor. I'm not sure one should call it a Volvo. 🥹
Brilliant review, Marek!
I look forward to watching your content every Friday.
Damn, i like Mark's car reviews the most.
I can see you've lost some weight Marek, gj!
The car is extremely well-made and nice to look at. The driving performance is also good. The main argument for not buying it is the sparse and cost-saving interior.
Great video and brilliant move with the car size comparisons fading images 👍
Thanks!
I knew filming the same shots in the same location for years will yield some praise one day :)
@@MarekDrivesENG Very clever and indeed it did 🙂
Autocar (UK) reports owners having serious software problems with their cars:
"These issues, owners say, range from screens going black and steering-wheel buttons not responding to cars not charging and even emergency braking systems randomly activating."
Not perhaps well-made after all
I've had mine for a month now and not a single software issue. They have released a couple of updates recently which will have sorted most issues.
@@piglet5287 I had a black screen where the Map was. I thought I’d pushed a button that made it do that. When I pulled over, I went into reverse to see the camera. And drive again to see the front. Both worked. After switching the car off using the “off” facility. It worked again
@@Odinscrow1962 useful tip for somebody
I'm sorry Chinese Volvo, but I will choose any day the Kia EV 3!!!
I think it is well positioned as price point vs specs, need to be intelligent with your choices. Many niggles but all can be amended with the next face-lift. On finance buy it should be competitive. Good product, need to be communicated 2 the market cleverly. Well done Marek😊
20 inch rims on a car this small... OMG. My first car, a Honda CRX Si had 14 inch rims.
I love this car except for the "main screen do all" approach. In the end it's way too small for a family of 4. It would be great for a single person. Kind of pricey though. 64k CAD for the mid level AWD? That's the price of a top trim VW ID 4 AWD here.
Yes, but Volvo says they are a premium brand :)
@@MarekDrivesENG 😅 I have to say, their esthetic designs, exterior and interior, are top notch. I do love them. In the past I never bought them because of their questionable durability but maybe that's not the case in their EVs. They really need to make the XC40...errrr EX40 and the EX60 dedicated EV platforms.
No one takes a corner at 200km/h... Everybody hits bumps, potholes and bad roads...
This is a no brainer for me, smaller rims and more rubber, please.
I completely agree with your conclusion. I like the interior of the Volvo because it is simple, with obvious cost savings, but it is more charming than Tesla's interior with its various fabrics, materials, and colors. Unfortunately, I wouldn't consider the EX30 due to the obscene price. Also, the self-parking feature seems lacking compared to my (old) V90 Cross Country from 2017, which did a much better job. I see a lot of EX30s on the roads, so that's nice, but I'll pass an Electric Volvo (for now).
At last, testing the self parking 👍 not necessarily the most needed feature but it gives an insight into how the tech will work overall, good review … thought I hated it, you confirmed I would 😂
I must say that driving through Poland was very… efficient. I rented a BMW 430d Gran Coupe, I’m glad I did, because it kept up with traffic well. And the adaptive cruise worked at Polish motorway speeds. (130 and up, shall we say).
So put a system that beeps if take eyes off the road AND then put the speedo on main screen so you HAVE to take eyes off road to see speed ????? Now that's good design
I am sorry for being old but this reminds me of Skoda Favorit from the outside lol. The inside I like very much. If they are cheap as used, may pick one up down the line. At least no one will steal it with those looks.
You don’t tap it to lock, you swipe it. You also assign each profile to a key so when that key opens the car it changes to that driver profile saved settings.
Yeah, because giving someone the key was such a bad idea 🤣
@@neilthompson2526 you also get a fob that automatically opens the doors when you are close. As long as it’s in the car, you can use it. For security I keep mine in a holder to stop naughty people picking the signal up
Here it may or may not arrive due tariffs on Chinese made cars so hapoy to share your views in the mean time !
Was waiting for your real life review. No volvo sponcer.
Yes, driving through Austria was nice except the 110km/h limit on the highway that seems to be more prevalant that the official 130km/h.
When I was driving to Italy via Austria it seemed like 100-110 depending on the local emissions restrictions.
I would love to see your review of Zeekr X if you get an opportunity.
The rear pillar reminds me of the GMC Terrain 2019
I can understand accepting a car made in China when not having much money but definitely not in this price range.
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Some quirky design choices in the interior and expensive, but I do like the overall design on the exterior.
Food for thought. Do you want this or a full loaded 2 years old XC90. The price is the same.
Long range version is almost as much as a Model Y. I checked the car but I can't justify its price. I would propably go for a EV3 if its charging port was at the right side.
Please review the Zykr 001 🙏
Made in China - therefore I wouldn't touch it with a barge pole. Any car I buy has to be made in Europe.
Volvo have somehow snatched defeat from the jaws of victory with this one. The EX30 seemed to have so much promise when it was announced but it seems that it hasn't quite lived up to it. There's so many design details that I like, but the decision to follow Tesla with the ergonomics and Geely with the ADAS means a no from me.
I remember how Volvo was talking about the window switch positioning, 'soundbar' sound system and the lack of a driver's gauge cluster were ways to reduce cost... but why is it still so expensive?
So, another Chinese EV fire-prone and ready to burn with those lovely fires so difficult to extinguish.
Doesn’t trip anything. I’ve had mine for 3 months and that is not an issue. They pick up speed limits from Google. So if nobody tells Google that the Road Works has gone, it will report the wrong speed
But the last time there were any road works in this place was several years ago. Also, it's not the first time I've driven a car on this road, and none of them has picked up a 50 speed limit. That's including cars, where I have Android Auto running from my phone, which shows the proper speed limit.
@ I understand exactly but that is the answer. The Google map even puts a small box up to ask you is that is the correct speed limit for that road. Like the majority of people, you are driving so just ignore it.
Looking at the speed limit isn’t a problem, it’s easier than looking at your left hand mirror or radio . I also have my icons on Large which helps as I’m old. Lol have a great day and thanks for the chat. Again, I’m old…
I'd even say knowing the speed limit is the driver's job, and having it up on the screen is nice to have. And that's all fine. HOWEVER these days information displayed on the screen is used by Intelligent Speed Assistant (ISA), which will beep at you for going over the limit (which in this case you're not, because you know it's a false positive, but the car doesn't). ISA will also alert you that the speed limit's changed (another bong), and if you have the adaptive cruise control set to automatically set your speed to whatever the limit in the area is, all of a sudden you're decelerating from 120 to 50, when everyone else is still driving 120.
So, I couldn't care less if it's displaying "time for ice cream" on the screen, as long as it doesn't make any noises, and it's not connected to my brakes. Unfortunately it does, and it can be. That's the issue I'm trying to emphasise here.
@@MarekDrivesENG I agree, usually you know the rough speed you are going from the sound your car makes - even EV’s make a noise + the tyres
buy used in 2 years. apparently, ev owners are going back to hybrid and gas. you can probably pick one up at half the price. at that price, you can live with it's shortcomings ... maybe.
I think it’s a very nice looking car but the rear legroom is a bit disappointing, however it’s made in China and probably marketed towards the Chinese who are relatively short. The dash is so basic. I’m not a fan of a tablet controlling everything. I think I’d rather pay extra for an XC40.
No classic car review?
marek my man you look thin 🤙🏻
Volvo has always been distinguished by its elegant design and quality. But China remains China... even for a lot of money... well, they can't make anything high-quality, even with the hands of Europeans... or rather, with their heads)) Apparently, mass production wins over reliability.
Super like for the music at the beginning 🎸☺
Beautiful in the outside, "not so good" in the inside. It is a "software car", and to make it more dramatic, it is an "Android" software car. In the future, maybe Android could a choice, at the present only to phones in my opinion. If the battery goes dead totally for whatever reason, would that mean not being able to open the doors??? These type of vehicles give you "added stress" (for that reason but for many many others also and in this particular car) instead of "peace of mind" when using/owning it.
better than Tesla model 3
Cool review. 55000 Euro's for an over gimmicked small car made in China won't cut it for me. The self parking feature is hilarious, - one has to pay a lot of money for. Still waiting for an affordable car without these idiot modes for lame brainers. Probably not in my lifetime.
No.
Next!!!!!!
54k… 🤦
Another aweful ipad stuck onto the dash design. Removing physical controls and driver cluster should be illegal. Volvo are supposed to be safe cars, this is not safe. It's stupid.
Too expensive
Low range
🤔. Driver experiences are average. Acceleration is great, for those who care.
The fit and feel is so so. Chair quality is poor. I'm not sure one should call it a Volvo. 🥹