Car Buyer's Guide

BMW Z4 vs Volvo EX90

BMW Z4

BMW Z4

No longer on sale — shown for reference

Volvo EX90

Volvo EX90

Ultra Twin

Verdict

The EX90 is 62% more powerful, while the EX90 is about 10% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM475,230RM428,888
Body typeConvertibleSUV
SegmentSports CarExecutive
AssemblyCBUCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM379RM1,940
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-scroll turbo with variable valve timing800V architecture
Capacity1,998 cc
Horsepower255 hp
Torque400 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Bore82 mm
Compression Ratio11.1
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower671 hp
Motor Torque870 Nm
Battery Capacity106 kWh
EV Range617 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)350 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission
Gears8
Transmission ManufacturerZF
DrivelineRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h5.4 seconds4.2 seconds
Rated Economy6.5 L/100 km
Top Speed250 km/h180 km/h
Co2149 g/km
Dimensions
Length4,324 mm5,037 mm
Width1,864 mm1,964 mm
Height1,304 mm1,747 mm
Wheelbase2,470 mm2,985 mm
Weight1,491 kg2,704 kg
Fuel Tank52 litres
Doors25
Seats27
Boot Space280 litres310 litres
Front Tyre225/45R18265/45R21
Rear Tyre255/40R18295/40R21
Spare TyreN/A, Tyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresMichelin Pilot Super SportMichelin Pilot Sport EV VOL
Chassis
AssemblyAustria (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutActive Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkActive Air Suspension
Front Wheels18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Double Spoke Style 798M Alloys21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesM Sport SuspensionActive Chassis with Air Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front SideDriver 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 LockElectric for Rear Doors
Seat Belts2 Three-point7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
Lane-keeping AssistNoSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsFor All Seats
Safety NotesFlat Tyre IndicatorRoof-mounted LiDAR removed on the CKD model (driver assistance functionality largely unchanged); dual Nvidia Drive AGX Orin processors
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorsLED Reflector with Auto High Beam
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Memory FunctionPowered and Ventilated Nappa Leather Seats with Massage
Rear SeatsSecond row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control SystemDual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Audio10.25" BMW Navigation system Professional, iDrive Touch controller, 12-speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,600 watt)
Convenience
Power WindowsTwo Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless (Depress Brake to Start)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Boot, Contactless Opening
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with 360 Surround View Camera
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorYes
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience NotesBMW ConnectedDrive, Concierge Service
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-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.

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