Swedish brand Volvo Cars decided that their smallest electric crossover EX30 should not be limited to just being a city favorite for coffee runs. The company officially unveiled the EX30 Cargo—a commercial version of the model aimed at small businesses, courier services, and corporate fleets. The debut took place in the UK market.
Transformation of a crossover into a van
The recipe for creating the EX30 Cargo turned out to be classic for the European market: the rear seat was sent to storage, and a flat cargo floor was arranged in its place. To prevent the driver from getting an accidental box to the head during braking, the cabin was separated from the cargo compartment by a strong partition. As a result, the luggage space volume increased to 1,000 liters, although the payload remained quite modest—only 390 kg. This device is not for transporting bricks, but rather for delivering lightweight electronics, flowers, or service engineer tools.
Volvo EX30 Cargo. Photo: Volvo
Engineers also worked on practicality: additional cargo attachment points and separate lighting appeared in the cargo compartment. The rear doors received modified stops that allow them to open wider. In addition to the standard version, Volvo offers a Cross Country Cargo modification with increased ground clearance and protective plastic cladding—ideal for those whose logistics run through country roads.
Technical stuffing and dynamics
Despite the change in status to a "workhorse," the EX30 Cargo has not lost its driving qualities and technologies. Buyers have several powertrain options available. The base Core Single Motor version offers 272 hp and a 49 kWh battery, providing up to 337 km of range. For those who don’t want to charge three times a day, there is an Extended Range version with a 65 kWh battery, allowing you to drive up to 480 km on a single charge.
The most interesting version is the Twin Motor Performance. Having a 428 hp all-wheel-drive van that accelerates to a hundred faster than many sports cars is at least fun. Inside, there remains the familiar minimalism with a large vertical tablet, into which Google services and a full suite of ADAS safety systems, that Volvo is so proud of, are integrated.
The price issue
On the UK market, prices for the Volvo EX30 Cargo start from £36,010, which at the current rate is approximately $45,500. The top version with all-wheel drive will cost £45,310, which is about $57,200. For comparison, the passenger version costs almost the same, but commercial status in many European countries allows companies to receive tax benefits and reclaim VAT.
