Verdict
The Volvo ES90 is RM27,000 cheaper at RM339,888 against the Lexus ES’s RM366,888, yet brings a 92 kWh battery, 662 km claimed EV range and 350 kW DC charging. Its 329 hp motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h run to 6.6 seconds, 2.8 seconds ahead of the Lexus. The ES counters with a 487-litre boot, 63 litres more than the Volvo, plus a 55-litre fuel tank for buyers not ready to rely on charging. The Volvo’s 3,102 mm wheelbase and air suspension are serious advantages, but it is 600 kg heavier.
Pick the Lexus ES if you want the larger 487-litre boot and a petrol-hybrid powertrain with a 55-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you want a RM27,000 lower entry price, 662 km EV range and far stronger 6.6-second performance.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus ES RM366,888; Volvo ES90 RM339,888.
- Powertrain: Lexus ES 2.0-litre hybrid with 197 PS combined output; Volvo ES90 329 hp electric motor.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus ES 9.4 seconds; Volvo ES90 6.6 seconds.
- Wheelbase: Lexus ES 2,950 mm; Volvo ES90 3,102 mm.
- Boot space: Lexus ES 487 litres; Volvo ES90 424 litres.
- Kerb weight: Lexus ES 1,810 kg; Volvo ES90 2,410 kg.
ES
- 487-litre boot is 63 litres larger
- 55-litre fuel tank
- 600 kg lighter kerb weight
- RM27,000 more expensive
- 9.4-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Volvo by 2.8 seconds
- 2,950 mm wheelbase is 152 mm shorter
ES90
- 662 km EV range from a 92 kWh battery
- 350 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging
- 3,102 mm wheelbase with active air suspension
- 424-litre boot is 63 litres smaller
- 600 kg heavier than the Lexus
- RM395 annual road tax is RM21 higher
What the ES90 has over the ES
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The ES90's wheelbase is 152 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the ES: 487 litres against 424.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM366,888 | RM339,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM374✓ | RM395 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,745/mo | RM3,470/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM9,852 | RM9,085✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,235 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM6.17 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM53,574 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 8.4 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 20 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2.0L Hybrid, combined output 197 PS | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,987 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 150 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 188 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Compression Ratio | 14.0 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 111 hp | 329 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 206 Nm | 480 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 92 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 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 | 1,810 kg | 2,410 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 487 litres✓ | 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 | MacPherson strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | — | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | — | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Electric power steering, variable gear ratio | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Revised TNGA GA-K platform; MacPherson strut front, multi-link rear (first ES with multi-link); electric power steering with variable gear ratio | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 9 (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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Hidden-until-lit dashboard switches for climate and vehicle functions with media volume dial; sixth-generation Lexus hybrid system; 12.3-inch digital meter | — |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Is the Lexus ES or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is the stronger choice on price, acceleration, wheelbase, EV range and charging. Choose the Lexus ES instead if its 487-litre boot and 55-litre petrol tank suit your use better.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM339,888 and the Lexus ES costs RM366,888, so the Volvo is RM27,000 cheaper.
How fast can the Volvo ES90 charge?
The Volvo ES90 supports 11 kW AC charging and up to 350 kW DC charging. Its 92 kWh battery is rated for 662 km of EV range.
How long does charging take?
The ES90's 92.0 kWh battery takes about 8.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 350 kW peak.