Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Volvo EX30

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport starts from $51,540 before on-road costs, while the Volvo EX30 opens at $49,990. That makes the Volvo EX30 the more affordable entry point by $1,550.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $56,694 and $54,989 respectively.

The Volvo EX30 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Volvo EX30 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Volvo EX30 packs more ADAS features with 5 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and 6 in the Volvo EX30.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport features a 8-inch touchscreen, while the Volvo EX30 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Volvo EX30. The Volvo EX30 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats, power tailgate and Harman Kardon audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport gets cloth upholstery while the Volvo EX30 offers nordico/microtech fabric.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport uses a Diesel producing 133kW and 430Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.5 seconds.

The Volvo EX30 responds with a Electric making 200kW and 343Nm, paired to a single-speed driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds.

The Volvo EX30 has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 133kW. In the real-world sprint, the Volvo EX30 is 6.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport measures 4,785mm long on a 2,800mm wheelbase, 552mm longer than the Volvo EX30 at 4,233mm (2,650mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 131L in the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and 318L in the Volvo EX30, giving the Volvo EX30 a 187L advantage.

For towing, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport leads with a 3,100kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Pajero Sport) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Volvo EX30). The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport has longer coverage.