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Toyota C-HR+ vs Volvo EX30
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Toyota C-HR+ leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Volvo EX30 leads on charging speed and city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ 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 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Volvo EX30 if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota C-HR+ leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Toyota
6.3
Volvo
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeToyota
Toyota
5
Volvo
2.7
FamilyToyota
Toyota
6.6
Volvo
5
ChargingVolvo
Toyota
4.4
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileToyota
Toyota
9.1
Volvo
3
City DrivingVolvo
Toyota
5.1
Volvo
6.2
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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,495 | £33,060 (better) |
| Official range | 283 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Boot space | 416 L (better) | 400 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Volvo EX30
Length
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm
Volvo EX304,233mm-287mm
Width
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm
Volvo EX301,838mm-32mm
Height
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm
Volvo EX301,550mm-45mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,520 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,870 mm | 1,838 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,032 mm |
| Height | 1,595 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 11 m | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 530 mm spare | 562 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 821 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 416 L (better) | 400 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1000 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,000 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.52m | 4.23m-287mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.84m-32mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.55m-45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.65m-100mm |
| Ground Clearance | 185mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 416L (better) | 400L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1000L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 821mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11m | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,828kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 51kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi (better) | 209 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,495 | £33,060 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,995 (-£1,500) | £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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 235 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 51 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 123 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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Toyota C-HR+
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist79%
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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Toyota C-HR+
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Volvo EX30
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Toyota C-HR+
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Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota C-HR+ worth the extra £1,435 over the Volvo EX30?
The Toyota C-HR+ costs £1,435 more than the Volvo EX30. For that premium it adds 73 miles more WLTP range. The Volvo EX30 is not just cheaper - it also offers 77 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota C-HR+ comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 is £1,435 cheaper to buy. The Toyota C-HR+ is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 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 Volvo EX30 comes out roughly £1,195 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Toyota C-HR+ and Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota C-HR+ goes roughly 87 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 32 mm narrower than the Toyota C-HR+. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30 and about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Volvo EX30?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Toyota C-HR+ 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 Toyota C-HR+'s NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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