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Adrian Padeanu

Volvo Crashed Its Biggest SUV into Its Smallest in the Name of Safety

We'll admit the idea of a large SUV hurling into a relatively small car sounds absolutely terrifying. As scary as that seems, Volvo is confident you can still get out safe and sound following a side impact. At its safety center in Torslanda, Sweden, the Geely-owned brand set up a crash test with models positioned at opposite ends of the lineup.

At just 166.7 inches long, the EX30 is the smallest model Volvo sells. It weighs a little 4,034 pounds in its entry-level guise before you start adding equipment. The EX90 is an electric behemoth, stretching 198.3 inches and tipping the scales at 5,928 pounds in its lightest form. Automotive News Europe was invited to see what happens when the Swedish automaker's biggest vehicle T-bones the smallest.

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