The Swedish automaker has been promoting the EX30 in the U.S for over a year. Pre-orders for the 2025 model year began after the EX30 was unveiled last year. American buyers were expecting a starting price of $36,145, which includes a destination charge of $1,195. Volvo's delay could affect numerous customers who have placed pre-orders.
To support these customers, Volvo plans to offer alternatives allowing them to drive another new Volvo until their EX30 arrives. However, detailed specifics about these options are not yet available.
Russel Datz emphasized the company's commitment to the American market. "Importantly, we remain committed to bringing EX30 to the US and are working hard to get it into customer hands," said Datz. He further added that this move aligns with Volvo Cars’ broader strategic transformation to localize manufacturing and sales activities.
The decision to shift assembly from China to Belgium was influenced by current geopolitical tensions and potential tariffs from China under Biden’s administration. This move illustrates how international politics can impact automotive production strategies.
The EX30 features a 69-kilowatt-hour cobalt-lithium-manganese-nickel composite battery (64 kWh usable). It offers a single motor extended range layout with rear-wheel drive, delivering 268 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque. It’s expected to cover 275 miles per EPA test cycles.
Source: Autoblog
