Verdict
The Volvo ES90 is the more fully defined Malaysian proposition: RM339,888 buys a 92-kWh battery, 662 km of stated EV range, 350-kW DC charging and a 329-hp, 480-Nm rear motor. Its 3,102-mm wheelbase is 152 mm longer than the Lexus ES’s, despite a body 140 mm shorter at 5,000 mm. The Lexus is the choice only if its Petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain suits your usage better, but its price and key performance figures remain unconfirmed. Volvo also brings Malaysian CKD assembly, RM395 annual road tax and an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
Pick the Lexus ES if you specifically want Petrol Hybrid/REV power and prefer its 5,140-mm body length.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you want a priced, locally assembled EV with 662 km of range, 350-kW DC charging and extensive stated equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus ES TBA; Volvo ES90 RM339,888.
- Powertrain: Lexus ES Petrol Hybrid/REV; Volvo ES90 electric with one 329-hp, 480-Nm motor.
- Length: Lexus ES 5,140 mm; Volvo ES90 5,000 mm.
- Width: Lexus ES 1,920 mm; Volvo ES90 1,942 mm.
- Height: Lexus ES 1,555 mm; Volvo ES90 1,546 mm.
- Wheelbase: Lexus ES 2,950 mm; Volvo ES90 3,102 mm.
ES
- Petrol Hybrid/REV powertrain.
- 140 mm longer body than the ES90.
- 9 mm taller than the ES90.
- Price is still TBA, while the ES90 costs RM339,888.
- 152 mm shorter wheelbase than the ES90.
- 22 mm narrower than the ES90.
ES90
- 92-kWh battery with 662 km stated range.
- 350-kW DC and 11-kW AC charging.
- Malaysia CKD, with five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and eight-year/160,000-km battery cover.
- 140 mm shorter overall than the Lexus ES.
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | TBA | RM339,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 329 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 480 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 92 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | — | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | — | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,140 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,942 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,546 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm | 3,102 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,410 kg |
| Doors | — | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 424 litres |
| Front Tyre | — | 245/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | — | 275/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Pirelli P Zero E VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | — | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | — | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain, Dual Front Centre Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Nappa Leather Front Seats with Ventilation (Charcoal or Cardamom, Birch Wood Decor) |
| Rear Seats | — | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Power Reclining Seats with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,650 watt) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse 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 |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 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.
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ES vs ES90 FAQ
Is the Lexus ES or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is the clearer choice on confirmed specifications: it has 662 km of stated range, 350-kW DC charging, 329 hp and a RM339,888 price. Choose the Lexus ES only if Petrol Hybrid/REV power is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM339,888, but the Lexus ES price is TBA. A price difference cannot yet be calculated.
How quickly can the Volvo ES90 charge?
The Volvo ES90 supports up to 350 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging through its 800V architecture. No charging figures are confirmed for the Petrol Hybrid/REV Lexus ES.