Stuck between the Tata Nexon EV and Volvo EX30? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Tata Nexon EV undercuts on entry price (₹12.49L vs ₹49.00L), and the Volvo EX30 fast-charges quicker (153 kW vs 70 kW). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Tata Nexon EV vs Volvo EX30

Tata Nexon EV
SUV

Volvo EX30
SUV
Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Tata Nexon EV | Volvo EX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,249,000 | ₹4,900,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 30 | 69 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 275 | 480 |
| Range real-world (km) | 210 | 400 |
| Motor power (hp) | 127 | 422 |
| Torque (Nm) | 215 | 543 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 120 | 180 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 10.5 | 3.6 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 50 | 153 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 56 | 27 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 6 | 8 |
| Boot space (L) | 350 | 318 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 190 | 170 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Tata Nexon EV
Volvo EX30
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Tata Nexon EV if you want lower entry price. Pick the Volvo EX30 if you value longer real-world range and faster DC charging.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the Nexon EV at 489 km and the EX30 at 480 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 366 km vs 360 km respectively — the Nexon EV edges out by 6 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Tata Nexon EV is ~₹36.51L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC rate is 70 kW for the Nexon EV vs 153 kW for the EX30. 10–80% takes 40 min vs 27 min — the EX30 is faster on a long highway stop.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.