Verdict
At RM190,660, the seven-seat Tayron costs RM18,228 less than the RM208,888 EX30 and brings a much longer 2,790 mm wheelbase, 345-litre boot and a third row. It is the practical family choice, but its 148 hp, 250 Nm mild-hybrid petrol drivetrain needs 9.6 seconds to reach 100 km/h. The five-seat EX30 is far smaller, yet its 268 hp, 343 Nm rear motor cuts that to 5.3 seconds and its 69 kWh battery is rated for 476 km. Choose it if home or destination charging suits your routine.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if seven seats, a 345-litre boot and a 2,790 mm wheelbase matter more than EV performance.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want 268 hp, 476 km of claimed EV range and 175 kW DC charging in a much smaller SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- Seating: Volkswagen Tayron 7 seats; Volvo EX30 5 seats.
- Performance: Volkswagen Tayron 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; Volvo EX30 in 5.3 seconds.
- Length: Volkswagen Tayron 4,792 mm; Volvo EX30 4,223 mm.
- Boot space: Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
- Warranty: Volkswagen Tayron 2 years/unlimited mileage; Volvo EX30 5 years/unlimited mileage plus 8-year/160,000 km battery cover.
Tayron
- Seven seats with sliding 40:20:40 second row and folding third row.
- 345-litre boot and 2,790 mm wheelbase.
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and rear climate control.
- Its 148 hp and 250 Nm are well behind the EX30's 268 hp and 343 Nm.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 4.3 seconds slower.
- Only a two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years.
EX30
- 268 hp, 343 Nm rear motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 69 kWh battery, 476 km claimed range, 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
- Five seats versus the Tayron's seven.
- 318-litre boot is 27 litres smaller than the Tayron's.
- 4,223 mm length gives up 569 mm to the Tayron.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,660✓ | RM208,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | — |
| Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,792 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,790 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 345 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus evoSUV | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-links | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Napoli Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Napoli Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Window Blinds | — |
| Audio | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System | 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 Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
Used Tayron & EX30 for sale
Tayron vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Volkswagen Tayron or Volvo EX30 better?
The Tayron is better for carrying up to seven people and more luggage, while the EX30 is better for outright performance and electric driving with its 476 km claimed range. They suit very different family routines.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM18,228 more than the Volkswagen Tayron. The gap buys an electric powertrain, 69 kWh battery, 175 kW DC charging and a longer manufacturer warranty.
Which one is quicker, the Volkswagen Tayron or Volvo EX30?
The Volvo EX30 is decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds versus 9.6 seconds for the Tayron. Its motor produces 268 hp and 343 Nm, against 148 hp and 250 Nm.