The new EX30 Black Edition hits the UK streets

Volvo is giving its smallest electric car a moody makeover. The Swedish automaker has launched the Volvo EX30 Black Edition in the United Kingdom. This new version of the popular compact SUV trades bright chrome for a deep, dark look that is hard to miss. The car itself might be small, but it makes a big statement with its "all-black everything" theme.

The exterior of the Black Edition is strictly about the color Onyx Black. Volvo painted almost every part of the car in this metallic shade, which sparkles in the sun but looks very stealthy at night. The high-gloss black treatment covers the front grille logo, the "Volvo" lettering on the back, and the model name badge. Even the 19-inch alloy wheels and the roof spoiler match the dark paint. If you ever wanted your electric cars to look like something out of a spy movie, this is a strong contender.

Inside, the dark theme continues with a special "Indigo" interior. Designers used deep blue textile materials and a unique trim made from upcycled denim. It is a sporty look that you can only get on this specific model. The cabin is simple and clean, centered around a large 12.3-inch vertical screen that controls almost everything in the car. This screen handles the navigation, music, and even the air quality settings.

The Volvo EX30 may be small, but there's nothing small about its performance figures. Buyers can choose between two powerful setups. The Single Motor Extended Range version has a 69 kWh battery to travel up to 295 miles on a single charge. It can go from 0 to 62 mph in 5.3 seconds, which is a lot for a compact crossover. But if you want even more speed, the Twin Motor Performance version is available. It uses the same battery but adds a second motor to become the fastest accelerating Volvo ever made, hitting 62 mph in just 3.6 seconds.

Thankfully, charging the new Volvo does not take a whole afternoon. The car supports fast DC charging, allowing the battery to go from 10% to 80% in about 28 minutes at a 153 kW charger. To help save energy during the winter, Volvo includes a heat pump as standard equipment. This device helps warm the cabin without draining too much of the battery's range. It is a smart addition for anyone living in a chilly climate.

Safety is still the main focus for Volvo. The Black Edition comes packed with five radars, five cameras, and twelve ultrasonic sensors. These "eyes" watch the road at all times to help the driver avoid accidents. There's also adaptive cruise control, which automatically keeps a safe distance from the car in front, and a powered tailgate for when your hands are full of groceries.

At just 166.7 inches long and 72.3 inches wide, the EX30 is easy to park in tight city spots. But that small size means the trunk is a bit tight, offering 11.2 ft³ of space with the seats up. If you fold the back seats down, that space grows to {{904 liters}}. There is also a tiny "frunk" under the hood, but at 0.25 ft³, it is mostly just big enough for a charging cable or a very small bag.

The Black Edition joins a growing family of dark-themed Volvos, including the larger EX60 and EX90. The timing is good, as the EX30 was the tenth most popular battery electric vehicle in the UK in 2025. Prices for this stylish version start at $55,010 for the Plus trim and go all the way to $62,980 for the Twin Motor Performance version. That is not exactly cheap, but it offers a lot of tech and speed in a package that finally looks as fast as it drives.

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