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Omoda E5 vs Volvo EX30
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Omoda E5 leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Volvo EX30 leads on charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Omoda E5 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 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo EX30 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Omoda E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Omoda
6.2
Volvo
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeOmoda
Omoda
3.7
Volvo
2.7
FamilyOmoda
Omoda
5.7
Volvo
5
ChargingVolvo
Omoda
4.4
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileOmoda
Omoda
4.1
Volvo
3
City Driving
Omoda
6.4
Volvo
6.2
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,065 | £33,060 (better) |
| Official range | 267 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Boot space | 380 L | 400 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Volvo EX30
Length
Omoda E54,424mm
Volvo EX304,233mm-191mm
Width
Omoda E51,830mm-8mm
Volvo EX301,838mm
Height
Omoda E51,588mm
Volvo EX301,550mm-38mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,830 mm (better) | 1,838 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,032 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 570 mm spare (better) | 562 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 821 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L | 400 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1075 L (better) | 1000 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Omoda E5 Knight |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.42m | 4.23m-191mm |
| Width | 1.83m | 1.84m+8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.55m-38mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.65m+20mm |
| Ground Clearance | 147mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 400L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1075L (better) | 1000L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 821mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,710kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 51kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 267 mi (better) | 209 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 130kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,065 | £33,060 (better) |
| 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 | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 267 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 194 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 130 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 160 Wh/km (better) | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 60 kWh (better) | 51 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.2 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 155 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Omoda E5
Knight
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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Omoda E5
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,098 | £23,499 |
| Average used price | £23,495 | £25,831 |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,570 below new | £7,229 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 8.1% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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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 - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
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 | Omoda E5Knight | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Omoda E5
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Volvo EX30
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Omoda E5
No active listings.
Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 is £5 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £35 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Omoda E5 and Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 194 miles for the Omoda E5 and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Omoda E5 goes roughly 46 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX30?
The two are within 8 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Omoda E5 or the Volvo EX30?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Omoda E5 and 90% for the Volvo EX30. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. 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 .