Audi Q8 e-tron vs Volvo S90
Verdict
The Audi Q8 e-tron is the purer electric choice at RM360,790, with a 95 kWh battery, 491 km EV range and 150 kW DC charging. The Volvo S90 costs RM10,098 more and is quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds versus 6.0 seconds, but its 18.8 kWh battery gives 90 km of EV running. For a Malaysian buyer, this is charging confidence and SUV practicality against sedan pace, petrol backup and stronger driver-assist kit.
Q8 e-tron
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want the longer-distance EV, faster charging and the larger 569-litre boot.
S90
Pick the Volvo S90 if you want quicker acceleration, a 5-year manufacturer warranty and petrol plug-in hybrid flexibility.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM360,790; Volvo S90 RM370,888
- EV range: Audi Q8 e-tron 491 km; Volvo S90 90 km
- Battery capacity: Audi Q8 e-tron 95 kWh; Volvo S90 18.8 kWh
- 0-100 km/h: Audi Q8 e-tron 6.0 seconds; Volvo S90 4.9 seconds
- Boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron 569 litres; Volvo S90 500 litres
- Warranty: Audi Q8 e-tron 2 years, unlimited mileage; Volvo S90 5 years, unlimited mileage
Q8 e-tron
- Much longer EV range: 491 km versus 90 km
- 150 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging; the Volvo gets 3.7 kW AC and no DC rate
- Larger 569-litre boot
- Slower to 100 km/h: 6.0 seconds versus 4.9 seconds
- Shorter manufacturer warranty: 2 years versus 5 years
- Lane assistance is warning only; the Volvo adds steering correction
S90
- Quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 5-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Adds active cruise control, head-up display and automatic parking
- Costs RM10,098 more
- Far shorter EV range: 90 km versus 491 km
- Smaller 500-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 360,790✓ | RM 370,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 95 kWh✓ | 18.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 491 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 2 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 2.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,879 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,941 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R20 | 255/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring, Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-Arm Aero Style Alloy Wheels | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | Active Chassis - Adjustable Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Headlamps with High-Beam Assist | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Integrated 2-stage Booster Child Seat Cushions for the Outer Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window sun shades |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 9" Sensus Connect with Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound Audio System, 19 Speakers, 1,400W |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360 camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 395 | RM 365✓ |
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.
Q8 e-tron vs S90 FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Volvo S90 better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for EV range, charging and boot space. The Volvo S90 is better for acceleration, warranty cover and driver-assist equipment. Choose based on charging access and how often you need petrol backup.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo S90 costs RM370,888, while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM360,790. That makes the Volvo RM10,098 more expensive.
Which one goes further on electric power?
The Audi Q8 e-tron goes much further on electric power, with 491 km of EV range from a 95 kWh battery. The Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid has 90 km of EV range from an 18.8 kWh battery.