Excellent review, just some pointers: 2:46 windnoise is definitely present, especially with 80km/hr plus speeds. We recently experienced 150-180km/hr (the limit of such a car) and the wind noise is quite hefty. 4:00 it's OPD is abysmal and virtually non existent especially when compared to other Volvo EVs. We complained in early feb about this to Volvo as they should just get in their EX40 and EC40 & just copy and paste the region system. Also OPD is disabled during reversing and when AWD is enforced (as the car essentially drives in RWD when not needed) 4:41 the jerkiness you mentioned when braking is horrendous and was explained to both our dealer and Volvo. This sudden and aggressive braking (even when travelling at 1km/hr, the brakes are applied in full force), makes certain parking manoeuvres in hills very difficulty plus you look like an ass when trying to get out slowly from a crossroad or roundabout 8:25 the indicator is a known issue where it continue to blink even when you made the turn; also it has no click sign to show it has switched off 8:40 software version 1.4 has lessened this big brother safety approach as pre 1.3.1 was rather silly. Used to complain to us when we look left and right during crossroads. Also polarised sunglasses aren;t supported 16:07 software version 1.4 adds PIN code protection to the glovebox 17:30 would have been interesting to note that even though the car starts at 39,900€, the model tested here was closer to 56,000€, so the recycled interior might irritate some at that price point 24:25 while we agree that it will give around 400km in most situations, in summer with AC at 24C (and temps 31-40C), the range drops considerably to around 300-350km The above is an experience of an EX30 twin for the past 5 months. Most of the above are comparisons to the way better EX40 (xc40 recharge) we drive constantly as well, so new EV owners will fall heels for the EX30. Would I buy one again? Probably but there are so many cheaper & better competitors out there. Is it an excellent car? Definitely but it lacks the finesse and quality of what a Volvo essentially are known for.
Thanks for sharing. I do tend to agree that the option for a more luxurious interior should be available. It can still be recycled I have no issues with that, but more premium than the current options.
@@TheFutureisElectric seats options have breeze (much thicker and premium material) and also the fantastic recycled wool option which frankly will be my future choice if I stick to Volvo
I am considering an EX30 Twin Motor Plus (with some extra options) right now. Donwngrading on size, but more than twice the horsepower from my current Skoda Enyaq iV 80. I'm after the AWD as I live in rural Sweden and we get a lot of snow in the winter. The performance is a bonus, but I'm not complaining 😅
All of these things like how fast it stops and so on should be customizable in the panel as it's just a software thing. There could be a setting where you can edit the curve yourself to get it to behave exactly how you want. But it seems car manufacturers don't prioritize advanced users. It could also be a certification thing of course, I don't know the rules.
OPD is flawed as you say. It also doesn't fully stop early enough at low speeds and doesn't work in reverse. If you are used to a polestar 2 or BMW i3 you won't like it.
Getting my SMER on 2nd September. Had a test drive in the performance version but I found the acceleration to be rather uncomfortable (My neck muscles couldn't handle it) and the handling isn't really up to it either. The 5.3 secs 0-100kph of the SMER is more than adequate for my needs.
5.3 seconds isn't slow it should be adequate for most people I would have thought I don't understand car manufactures obsession with faster and faster acceleration
the core files are already in the car themselves (there's even a hidden CarPlay icon), just not enabled yet. This happened with their past ex40 and ec40 (and their 60/90 cars)
So I cannot include it in the video because of copyright. But I always test the sound system in the cars I try with the same song hehe. To get a feel for it. For me the EX30 is a solid second following the sound in bmw i5 courtesy of the b&w sound system
I have just got my EX30. What a great car!!
Nice 👍 which colour?
What are your thoughts on the seats? I sat in one and they didn't seem that supportive?
@@anonymouspdg6121im driving one. Seats are not that good.
Thanks, I'm going to go back for a 2nd look and test drive but 1st impressions were not as good as I expected on the inside.
Thank you for another highly informative and entertaining program. Thank you!
Thank you for your support
Excellent review, just some pointers:
2:46 windnoise is definitely present, especially with 80km/hr plus speeds. We recently experienced 150-180km/hr (the limit of such a car) and the wind noise is quite hefty.
4:00 it's OPD is abysmal and virtually non existent especially when compared to other Volvo EVs. We complained in early feb about this to Volvo as they should just get in their EX40 and EC40 & just copy and paste the region system. Also OPD is disabled during reversing and when AWD is enforced (as the car essentially drives in RWD when not needed)
4:41 the jerkiness you mentioned when braking is horrendous and was explained to both our dealer and Volvo. This sudden and aggressive braking (even when travelling at 1km/hr, the brakes are applied in full force), makes certain parking manoeuvres in hills very difficulty plus you look like an ass when trying to get out slowly from a crossroad or roundabout
8:25 the indicator is a known issue where it continue to blink even when you made the turn; also it has no click sign to show it has switched off
8:40 software version 1.4 has lessened this big brother safety approach as pre 1.3.1 was rather silly. Used to complain to us when we look left and right during crossroads. Also polarised sunglasses aren;t supported
16:07 software version 1.4 adds PIN code protection to the glovebox
17:30 would have been interesting to note that even though the car starts at 39,900€, the model tested here was closer to 56,000€, so the recycled interior might irritate some at that price point
24:25 while we agree that it will give around 400km in most situations, in summer with AC at 24C (and temps 31-40C), the range drops considerably to around 300-350km
The above is an experience of an EX30 twin for the past 5 months. Most of the above are comparisons to the way better EX40 (xc40 recharge) we drive constantly as well, so new EV owners will fall heels for the EX30. Would I buy one again? Probably but there are so many cheaper & better competitors out there. Is it an excellent car? Definitely but it lacks the finesse and quality of what a Volvo essentially are known for.
Thanks for sharing. I do tend to agree that the option for a more luxurious interior should be available. It can still be recycled I have no issues with that, but more premium than the current options.
@@TheFutureisElectric seats options have breeze (much thicker and premium material) and also the fantastic recycled wool option which frankly will be my future choice if I stick to Volvo
Your quote is from Spiderman 1! One of the best superhero movies :)
Yes sir! You are correct ✅ they don’t make superhero’s movies as good as they used too
I have one! And i m form Portugal. I love my SMER EX30!!
Awesome 👏 which colour?
@@TheFutureisElectric vapour grey
I am considering an EX30 Twin Motor Plus (with some extra options) right now. Donwngrading on size, but more than twice the horsepower from my current Skoda Enyaq iV 80. I'm after the AWD as I live in rural Sweden and we get a lot of snow in the winter. The performance is a bonus, but I'm not complaining 😅
Go for it! It’s great
@@TheFutureisElectric Yep, I probably will 😅
Nice review! Thank you!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks for watching
All of these things like how fast it stops and so on should be customizable in the panel as it's just a software thing. There could be a setting where you can edit the curve yourself to get it to behave exactly how you want. But it seems car manufacturers don't prioritize advanced users. It could also be a certification thing of course, I don't know the rules.
Got mine on 8th June 2024 still waiting for Volvo to sort out my IITC problems. Absolutely sick of waiting don’t think there’s a fix for it
OPD is flawed as you say. It also doesn't fully stop early enough at low speeds and doesn't work in reverse. If you are used to a polestar 2 or BMW i3 you won't like it.
Getting my SMER on 2nd September. Had a test drive in the performance version but I found the acceleration to be rather uncomfortable (My neck muscles couldn't handle it) and the handling isn't really up to it either. The 5.3 secs 0-100kph of the SMER is more than adequate for my needs.
5.3 seconds isn't slow it should be adequate for most people I would have thought
I don't understand car manufactures obsession with faster and faster acceleration
My TMER shames Cupras, BMWs, Mercedes.. but in the hot weather in Israel my average consumption is 22 kwh/km.
Very nice car and review but too small battery for me
Thanks for watching
Great review! Thank-you. I wanted to ask, when one pedal driving is off, does the car still regen when braking?
No
@@StuMunro Wow ok, that's great to know, thank you. I'm getting my MY25 EX30 in October - can't wait!
Preventing injuries: Volvo
Preventing collisions: Mercedes
Hopefully the later too with Volvo. I have faith based on my experience with the car
Does it have apple car play?
At the time of recording, no. However this is promised with a software update
the core files are already in the car themselves (there's even a hidden CarPlay icon), just not enabled yet. This happened with their past ex40 and ec40 (and their 60/90 cars)
The harman kardon soundbar sounds bad with bass heavy music. its too heavy
So I cannot include it in the video because of copyright. But I always test the sound system in the cars I try with the same song hehe. To get a feel for it. For me the EX30 is a solid second following the sound in bmw i5 courtesy of the b&w sound system
@@TheFutureisElectric i have a EX30 it’s not bad but it’s not the best
@@JJonaskeni notice the bass started distorting on high volume.