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Skoda Epiq vs Volvo EX30
At a glance
In this comparison, Skoda Epiq leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Volvo EX30 leads on family practicality and charging speed.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Volvo EX30 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Skoda
5.5
Volvo
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSkoda
Skoda
4
Volvo
2.7
FamilyVolvo
Skoda
4.5
Volvo
5
ChargingVolvo
Skoda
3.2
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileSkoda
Skoda
9.2
Volvo
3
City DrivingSkoda
Skoda
7.8
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £24,950 (better) | £33,060 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 209 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 475 L (better) | 400 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Skoda Epiq
Volvo EX30
Length
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-33mm
Volvo EX304,233mm
Width
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-40mm
Volvo EX301,838mm
Height
Skoda Epiq1,581mm
Volvo EX301,550mm-31mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,200 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,798 mm (better) | 1,838 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,032 mm |
| Height | 1,581 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 602 mm spare (better) | 562 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 821 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 475 L (better) | 400 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1345 L (better) | 1000 L |
| Frunk | 25 L (better) | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,200 kg (better) | 1,000 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Volvo EX30
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 4.23m+33mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.55m-31mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.65m+49mm |
| Ground Clearance | 125mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 475L (better) | 400L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1345L (better) | 1000L |
| Frunk | 25L (better) | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 821mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.68m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,542kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1,200kg (better) | 1,000kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 51kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 209 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 90kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £24,950 (better) | £33,060 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,450 (-£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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 209 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 90 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 51 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.8 sec | 9.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Skoda Epiq
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Volvo EX30
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Skoda Epiq
No active listings.
Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX30 worth the extra £8,110 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Volvo EX30 costs £8,110 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 60 kW faster peak rapid charging and 101 kW more power. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 75 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Skoda Epiq or the Volvo EX30?
The Skoda Epiq is £8,110 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £8,350 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Skoda Epiq and Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Skoda Epiq or the Volvo EX30?
The Skoda Epiq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Volvo EX30. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30. The Skoda Epiq also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Skoda Epiq or the Volvo EX30?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Skoda Epiq 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.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .