Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD vs Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 5.3 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 483 km Runner-up: 62 km
Power winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range 272 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD 558 L Runner-up: 318 L
Price winner Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range $36,745 Runner-up: $40,150

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD against the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a battery-electric system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed output at 272 hp; 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 7 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD at 367 Nm and 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range at 343 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range carries the longer listed range at 483 km, against 62 km for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 558 litres versus 318 litres, a difference of 240 litres. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,350 kg, while 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 1,000 kg. 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is 267 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $36,745, compared with $40,150 for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD2025 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range2026
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s5.3 s
Top Speed191 km/h180 km/h
Power265 hp272 hp
Torque367 Nm343 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range62 km483 km
Battery13.8 kWh69 kWh
Fuel Tank42 L—
Efficiency1.2 L/100km14.3 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions27 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging—153 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,500 mm4,233 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm175 mm
Cargo558 L318 L
Curb Weight1,990 kg1,790 kg
Towing1,350 kg1,000 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m10.6 m
Starting MSRP$40,150$36,745

Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD vs Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed top speed at 191 km/h (119 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has more power at 272 hp, a 7 hp advantage over 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the longer listed range at 483 km (300 miles), versus 62 km (39 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the larger listed battery at 69.0 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has more listed cargo space at 558 litres (19.7 cu ft), versus 318 litres (11.2 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), compared with 1,000 kg (2,205 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD is heavier at 1,990 kg (4,387 lb), while 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 1,790 kg (3,946 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $36,745 USD, compared with $40,150 USD for 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Hyundai Tucson PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV Limited AWD or the 2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.