Verdict
At RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 undercuts the Volvo EX30 by RM48,988 and brings a longer eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty against five years with unlimited mileage. It is also 157 mm longer and has a 344-litre boot, useful for family duties. The EX30 answers with 268 hp, 343 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time, versus 201 hp, 310 Nm and 7.7 seconds. Its 475 km range and 175 kW DC charging make it the more capable long-distance EV, but the Honda is the rational saving.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if RM48,988 saved, a 344-litre boot, rear air-con vents and an eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty matter more than outright pace and rapid DC charging.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want 268 hp, 475 km of range, 175 kW DC charging and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Volvo EX30 RM198,888.
- Performance: Honda e:N1 201 hp/310 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds; Volvo EX30 268 hp/343 Nm and 5.3 seconds.
- Range: Honda e:N1 410 km; Volvo EX30 475 km.
- DC charging: Honda e:N1 78 kW; Volvo EX30 175 kW.
- Boot space: Honda e:N1 344 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
- Warranty: Honda e:N1 eight years/160,000 km; Volvo EX30 five years/unlimited km.
e:N1
- RM48,988 less expensive
- 344-litre boot and rear air-con vents
- Eight-year/160,000 km vehicle warranty
- 410 km range versus 475 km
- 78 kW DC charging versus 175 kW
- 201 hp and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Volvo
EX30
- 268 hp and 343 Nm
- 475 km range with 175 kW DC charging
- V2L, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM48,988 more expensive
- 318-litre boot is 26 litres smaller
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus eight years/160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900✓ | RM198,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | 410 km | 475 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | 175 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 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 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 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 Entry (Push Button 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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 e:N1 & EX30 for sale
e:N1 vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Volvo EX30 better?
The Volvo EX30 is better for performance, range and DC charging: 268 hp, 475 km and 175 kW versus 201 hp, 410 km and 78 kW. The Honda e:N1 makes more financial sense with a RM48,988 lower price and longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX30 costs RM48,988 more than the Honda e:N1. That buys 67 hp more, 33 km more claimed range, 175 kW rather than 78 kW DC charging, V2L and extra parking assistance.
Which has the better family-friendly layout?
The Honda e:N1 has the larger 344-litre boot against 318 litres and includes rear air-con vents. The EX30 has a 43 mm longer wheelbase, powered front seats and a powered contactless-opening boot.
