The recent Volvo EX30 mannequin’s base rear-wheel drive model delivered—as anticipated—a noticeably increased vary than the top-of-the-line Efficiency model in a brand new vary check by Bjørn Nyland in Norway.
The examined Volvo EX30 RWD was outfitted with a 69-kilowatt-hour battery (64 kWh usable) and 20-inch wheels, with the identical tires as the Efficiency model examined beforehand. Nonetheless, the outcomes are over a tenth increased.
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Bjørn Nyland, a veteran of EV testing, performed the exams at a temperature of about 72°F (22°C). As a result of the temperature distinction is comparatively small, we are able to assume that the distinction in vary is especially associated to the powertrain. A 5% decrease weight most likely helps, too (RWD is 1,920 kg vs. 2,020 kg within the case of AWD).
In response to the video, the Volvo EX30 RWD’s vary was estimated at 257 miles (414 km) at 56 mph (90 km/h). A rise in pace to 75 mph resulted in a 28% decrease driving vary of 185 miles (297 km). For reference, the EPA Mixed outcome within the U.S. is predicted to be 275 miles, though it has 18-inch wheels.
Power consumption was estimated at 254 Wh/mile (3.9 miles/kWh) and 354 Wh/mile (2.8 miles/kWh), respectively. This isn’t a Tesla Mannequin Y stage of effectivity, however it’s not a foul outcome for a small and boxy EV.
Outcomes at 56 mph (90 km/h):
- vary of 257 miles (414 km)
- power consumption of 254 Wh/mile (158 Wh/km) or 3.9 miles/kWh
- used battery capability: 65.4 kWh (estimated)
- temperature of 72°F (22°C)
- tires: 20-inch Goodyear EfficientGrip (245/40-20)
Outcomes at 75 mph (120 km/h); 33% increased than 56 mph:
- vary of 185 miles (297 km), down 28%
- power consumption of 354 Wh/mile (220 Wh/km) or 2.8 miles/kWh, up 39%
- used battery capability: 65.4 kWh (estimated)
- temperature of 72°F (22°C)
- tires: 20-inch Goodyear EfficientGrip (245/40-20)
On the decrease pace of 56 mph, the distinction between the RWD and AWD is 35 miles (virtually 16% increased vary in comparison with the Volvo EX30 Efficiency). On the increased pace of 75 mph, the distinction was 19 miles (over 11% longer vary).
Outcomes at 56 mph (90 km/h):
- vary of 222 miles (357 km)
- power consumption of 294 Wh/mile (183 Wh/km) or 3.4 miles/kWh
- used battery capability: 65.4 kWh (estimated)
- temperature of 59°F (15°C)
- tires: 20-inch Goodyear EfficientGrip (245/40-20)
Outcomes at 75 mph (120 km/h); 33% increased than 56 mph:
- vary of 166 miles (267 km), down 25%
- power consumption of 394 Wh/mile (245 Wh/km) or 2.5 miles/kWh, up 34%
- used battery capability: 65.4 kWh (estimated)
- temperature of 57°F (14°C)
- tires: 20-inch Goodyear EfficientGrip (245/40-20)
Within the U.S., the entry-level Volvo EX30 will likely be outfitted with 18-inch wheels, which could enhance its driving vary in comparison with 20-inch wheels. As we famous above, the EPA estimate is 275 miles.
Nevertheless, although the Volvo EX30 is now promoting very effectively globally, the mannequin’s launch within the U.S. is threatened by the massive tariff enhance on EVs produced in China. It would take just a few years till Volvo begins manufacturing of the EX30 in Europe—the goal is 2025. Even then, it is not sure whether or not exporting them to the uswould be viable.