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Ford Puma Gen-E vs Volvo EX30
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Volvo EX30 leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Volvo EX30 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Puma Gen-E leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Ford
6.2
Volvo
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeFord
Ford
4.5
Volvo
2.7
FamilyFord
Ford
6.2
Volvo
5
ChargingVolvo
Ford
4.1
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
8.8
Volvo
3
City DrivingFord
Ford
7.9
Volvo
6.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
- £3,065 cheaper
- 50 miles more WLTP range
- 166 litres more boot space
- 1.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 39 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 76 kW more power
- 35 mm more rear legroom
- 1000 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 (better) | £33,060 |
| Official range | 259 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Boot space | 566 L (better) | 400 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
Volvo EX30
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
Volvo EX304,233mm-80mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm-33mm
Volvo EX301,838mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
Volvo EX301,550mm-5mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,838 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm (better) | 2,032 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 562 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm | 821 mm (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L (better) | 400 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L (better) | 1000 L |
| Frunk | 43 L (better) | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 566 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,313 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Volvo EX30
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.23m-80mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+33mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | 2.03m+102mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.55m-5mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | 2.65m+62mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L (better) | 400L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L (better) | 1000L |
| Frunk | 43L (better) | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm | 821mm (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh | 51kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi (better) | 209 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 (better) | £33,060 |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £33,060 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Volvo EX30: 11 kW AC on Core and Plus; Ultra has a 22 kW on-board charger.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km (better) | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh | 51 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 124 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
Watch the reviews
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Ford Puma Gen-E
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,999 | £23,499 |
| Average used price | £20,750 | £25,831 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 15 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,245 below new | £7,229 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 23.4% over ~6 months | Up 2.6% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Puma Gen-E Select
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX30 Single Motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Puma Gen-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Volvo EX30
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX30 worth the extra £3,065 over the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The Volvo EX30 costs £3,065 more than the Ford Puma Gen-E. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 76 kW more power. The Ford Puma Gen-E is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 miles more WLTP range, 166 litres more boot space and a 1.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Volvo EX30?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is £3,065 cheaper to buy. The Ford Puma Gen-E is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £184 for the Volvo EX30, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out roughly £3,265 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Puma Gen-E and Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 38 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Volvo EX30?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 33 mm narrower than the Volvo EX30. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E and about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30. The Ford Puma Gen-E also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Volvo EX30?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 90% for the Volvo EX30. That gives the Volvo EX30 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Volvo EX30's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Ford Puma Gen-E's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .