Verdict
At RM198,000, the Tesla Model Y costs RM10,888 less than the RM208,888 Volvo EX30, yet supplies an 854-litre boot against 318 litres. That is the practical family advantage. The EX30 counters with a 476-km range, 5.3-second sprint and 3.6-kW V2L, versus 466 km, 5.9 seconds and no V2L for Tesla. At 4,223 mm long, the Volvo is 567 mm shorter for tighter Malaysian parking spaces, but its small boot is decisive for regular luggage duty.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you need the far larger 854-litre boot, stronger 295-hp motor and a lower purchase price.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if easier-to-place dimensions, a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, V2L and parking assistance matter more than cargo space.
Key differences
- Motor output: Tesla Model Y 295 hp and 420 Nm; Volvo EX30 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- Acceleration and top speed: Tesla Model Y 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and 201 km/h; Volvo EX30 5.3 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Battery and range: Tesla Model Y 60 kWh and 466 km; Volvo EX30 69 kWh and 476 km.
- Size: Tesla Model Y is 4,790 mm long with a 2,891 mm wheelbase; Volvo EX30 is 4,223 mm long with a 2,650 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Tesla Model Y 854 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
- Warranty and V2L: Tesla Model Y has four years/80,000 km and no V2L; Volvo EX30 has five years/unlimited mileage and 3.6-kW V2L.
Model Y
- 854-litre boot is 536 litres larger
- 295 hp and 420 Nm motor output
- Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and rear air vents
- 466-km range is 10 km shorter
- No 3.6-kW V2L function
- No listed parking sensors, 360-degree camera or auto parking
EX30
- 476-km range from a 69-kWh battery
- 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 3.6-kW V2L
- Six front and six rear parking sensors, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- Costs RM10,888 more
- 318-litre boot is much smaller
- 268 hp and 343 Nm are lower than the Tesla's motor output
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 295 hp✓ | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm✓ | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 69 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 466 km | 476 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 2,129 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,921 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 854 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Lighter | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Rear Screen | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Model Y vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y or Volvo EX30 better?
The Tesla Model Y is the better choice for luggage capacity and lower upfront cost, with 854 litres of boot space. Choose the Volvo EX30 for its quicker 5.3-second sprint, 476-km range, V2L and more complete parking assistance.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y costs RM198,000 and the Volvo EX30 costs RM208,888, so the Volvo is RM10,888 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
Neither has a charging-rate advantage: both support 11-kW AC charging and 175-kW DC charging. The Volvo EX30 additionally has 3.6-kW vehicle-to-load power, which the Tesla Model Y lacks.