Verdict
Just RM2,810 separates these two, but they serve very different Malaysian households. The Alfa Romeo Giulia is the lighter, smaller choice at 1,490 kg and 4,643 mm long, with a 240 km/h top speed, 480-litre boot and RM378 annual road tax. The Volvo EX90 costs RM442,888 and brings seven seats, all-wheel drive, 910 Nm, a 111 kWh battery and 600 km range. It is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.8 seconds, yet its 5,037 mm length and RM965 road tax demand more space and running budget.
Giulia
Pick the Alfa Romeo Giulia if you want a compact executive petrol sedan with a 480-litre boot, 240 km/h top speed and far lower RM378 annual road tax.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 600 km electric range, all-wheel drive and 4.9-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Key differences
- Price: Alfa Romeo Giulia RM440,078; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Powertrain: Giulia 276 hp/400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; EX90 twin motors with 510 hp/910 Nm.
- Acceleration: Giulia 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds; EX90 in 4.9 seconds.
- Size and seating: Giulia 4,643 mm long with five seats; EX90 5,037 mm long with seven seats.
- Luggage space: Giulia 480 litres; EX90 310 litres.
- Annual road tax: Giulia RM378; EX90 RM965.
Giulia
- 1,490 kg kerb weight versus the EX90's 2,704 kg.
- 480-litre boot, 170 litres larger than the EX90's.
- 240 km/h top speed and RM378 annual road tax.
- Five seats versus the EX90's seven.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 5.7 seconds versus 4.9 seconds.
- No electric range or DC charging capability.
EX90
- Seven seats, including a 50:50 third row.
- 510 hp and 910 Nm from two motors with all-wheel drive.
- 111 kWh battery, 600 km range and 250 kW DC charging.
- 2,704 kg, which is 1,214 kg heavier than the Giulia.
- 310-litre boot is 170 litres smaller than the Giulia's.
- RM965 annual road tax versus RM378.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 440,078✓ | RM 442,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 276 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 910 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,643 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,436 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 1,490 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 58 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R19 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/35R19 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Italy (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front Center Airbag, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Matrix Adaptive LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 8.8" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,600 watt) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| 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, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 378✓ | RM 965 |
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.
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Giulia vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Alfa Romeo Giulia or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX90 is the better family and EV choice with seven seats, 600 km range, all-wheel drive and 910 Nm. Choose the Giulia for its smaller footprint, 480-litre boot, 240 km/h top speed and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 is RM2,810 more expensive than the Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Which one is quicker and easier to charge?
The EX90 reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds against the Giulia's 5.7 seconds. Its 111 kWh battery supports 11 kW AC charging through Type 2 and 250 kW DC charging through CCS; the Giulia is petrol-powered.