<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Volvo EX30, anticipated as affordable, now disappoints with $48,395 price tag.Initial $35,000 promise marred by Chinese manufacturing, tariffs, delivering pricier version to US.Driving impresses with 422hp, but lacks in range, slow fast-charging; critics note rigid ride.Interior minimalist design, reliance on center screen control challenges, cheap feel disappoints buyers.