Verdict
The Volvo EX90 is the clearer choice for a Malaysian owner committed to charging: its 106 kWh battery brings a stated 617 km range, DC charging reaches 350 kW and its 310-litre boot is more than twice the Denza B8’s 147 litres. It is quicker too, reaching 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds. But the B8’s petrol plug-in hybrid drivetrain, 91.5-litre tank, night vision and full-size spare suit buyers who want electric running without depending solely on chargers. Budget for RM1,940 annual road tax on the EX90 against RM439 for the B8.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you want a seven-seat plug-in hybrid with a 91.5-litre fuel tank, night vision and a full-size spare tyre.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you can charge regularly and want 617 km of stated EV range, far faster DC charging and a larger boot.
Key differences
- Powertrain and range: Denza B8 is a 36.8 kWh petrol plug-in hybrid with 100 km EV range; Volvo EX90 is a 106 kWh EV with 617 km range.
- Motor output: Denza B8 has 670 hp and 760 Nm; Volvo EX90 has 671 hp and 870 Nm.
- DC charging: Denza B8 charges at up to 120 kW; Volvo EX90 reaches 350 kW.
- Acceleration: Denza B8 does 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds; Volvo EX90 does it in 4.2 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Denza B8 costs RM439; Volvo EX90 costs RM1,940.
- Boot space: Denza B8 has 147 litres; Volvo EX90 has 310 litres.
B8
- Petrol plug-in hybrid drivetrain with a 91.5-litre fuel tank
- Night vision and front foglamps
- Full-size spare tyre
- Costs more upfront than the Volvo EX90
- 100 km EV range and 120 kW DC charging trail the EX90’s 617 km and 350 kW
- 147-litre boot is much smaller than the EX90’s 310 litres
EX90
- 617 km stated EV range from a 106 kWh battery
- 350 kW DC charging and 800V architecture
- 310-litre boot with powered, contactless opening
- RM1,940 annual road tax versus RM439 for the Denza B8
- Tyre repair kit rather than a full-size spare tyre
- No night vision or front foglamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM428,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM1,940 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp | 671 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm | 870 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | 106 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 100 km | 617 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds | 4.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 310 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Active Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Active Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row 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 |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Safety Notes | — | Roof-mounted LiDAR removed on the CKD model (driver assistance functionality largely unchanged); dual Nvidia Drive AGX Orin processors |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Powered and Ventilated Nappa Leather Seats with Massage |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | 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 | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
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B8 vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Volvo EX90 better?
The Volvo EX90 is better for buyers able to charge regularly, with 617 km stated EV range, 350 kW DC charging and a 310-litre boot. Choose the Denza B8 if its petrol plug-in hybrid drivetrain, full-size spare and night vision matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM459,939 and the Volvo EX90 costs RM428,888. The B8 is RM31,051 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Volvo EX90 charges faster on DC, at up to 350 kW versus 120 kW for the Denza B8. Both have 11 kW AC charging.