Verdict
The Audi Q5 Sportback costs RM421,990, undercutting the Volvo EX90 by RM20,898, and its RM434 annual road tax is RM531 lower. It also carries 515 litres of boot space against the Volvo’s 310 litres. But the EX90 is the more practical people mover: it has seven seats, a 2,985 mm wheelbase and a 600 km electric range from its 111 kWh battery. Its 510 hp, 910 Nm twin-motor drivetrain and 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time give it a substantial performance edge, if home or public charging fits your routine.
Pick the Audi Q5 Sportback if you want the lower RM421,990 entry price, lower RM434 road tax and a larger 515-litre boot in a shorter five-seat SUV.
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 600 km of EV range and 510 hp from its twin motors.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 Sportback RM421,990; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Road tax per year: Audi Q5 Sportback RM434; Volvo EX90 RM965.
- Seating: Audi Q5 Sportback 5 seats; Volvo EX90 7 seats.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 Sportback 515 litres; Volvo EX90 310 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: Audi Q5 Sportback 4,717 mm and 2,528 mm; Volvo EX90 5,037 mm and 2,985 mm.
- Powertrain: Audi Q5 Sportback 268 hp and 400 Nm petrol engine; Volvo EX90 twin motors with 510 hp and 910 Nm.
Q5 Sportback
- RM20,898 cheaper to buy.
- RM531 lower annual road tax.
- 515-litre boot and ventilated front seats.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- No electric range or DC charging capability.
- Shorter 2,528 mm wheelbase than the EX90’s 2,985 mm.
EX90
- Seven seats with integrated booster cushions on the outer second-row seats.
- 111 kWh battery, 600 km range and 250 kW DC charging.
- 510 hp, 910 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- RM20,898 higher purchase price.
- RM965 annual road tax versus RM434.
- 310-litre boot is 205 litres smaller than the Audi’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM421,990✓ | RM442,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434✓ | RM965 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, supercharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 910 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,641 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,528 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Audi Sport 5 Twin-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | S Sport Suspension | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre 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 | Electric 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 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 LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen 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 with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 Q5 Sportback & EX90 for sale
Q5 Sportback vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 Sportback or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX90 is better for a large family, with seven seats, a 600 km EV range and 510 hp. The Q5 Sportback suits buyers prioritising a lower upfront cost, RM434 road tax and a 515-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM442,888 and the Audi Q5 Sportback costs RM421,990, so the Volvo is RM20,898 more expensive.
Which has the better charging and long-distance EV capability?
The Volvo EX90 is the only EV here. It has a 111 kWh battery, a claimed 600 km range, 11 kW AC charging and 250 kW DC charging. The Audi Q5 Sportback is petrol-powered with a 68-litre fuel tank.