Verdict
The Lexus NX costs RM395,888 to the Volvo EX90’s RM442,888, and its RM830 annual road tax undercuts the Volvo’s RM965. The RM47,000 gap buys a 111 kWh battery, 600 km EV range, 250 kW DC charging and seven seats in the EX90. It is also far quicker at 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h against 7.7 seconds. But the five-seat NX is 377 mm shorter, 939 kg lighter and has a much larger 520-litre boot versus 310 litres, which matters in tight Malaysian car parks and for luggage.
NX
Pick the Lexus NX if you want the lower purchase and road-tax bills, a 520-litre boot and a more compact 4,660 mm SUV.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 600 km of electric range and 4.9-second performance.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus NX RM395,888; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Powertrain: Lexus NX 2,487 cc petrol hybrid with two motors; Volvo EX90 two-motor EV with a 111 kWh battery.
- Performance: Lexus NX 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and 200 km/h; Volvo EX90 4.9 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Size and weight: Lexus NX 4,660 mm long and 1,765 kg; Volvo EX90 5,037 mm and 2,704 kg.
- Seating and boot: Lexus NX has five seats and 520 litres; Volvo EX90 has seven seats and 310 litres.
- Charging and range: Lexus NX has no stated EV range or charge rate; Volvo EX90 has 600 km, 11 kW AC and 250 kW DC charging.
NX
- RM47,000 less to buy with RM135 lower annual road tax.
- 520-litre boot, 210 litres more than the EX90.
- Ventilated front seats and front foglamps.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trails the EX90’s 4.9 seconds.
- 10-speaker audio trails the EX90’s 25-speaker, 1,600-watt Bowers & Wilkins system.
EX90
- Seven seats with a 40:20:40 second row and 50:50 third row.
- 111 kWh battery, 600 km range and up to 250 kW DC charging.
- 510 hp and 910 Nm for a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- RM47,000 higher purchase price and RM965 annual road tax versus RM830.
- 310-litre boot is 210 litres smaller than the NX’s.
- At 5,037 mm long and 1,964 mm wide, it is substantially larger than the 4,660 mm by 1,865 mm NX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM395,888✓ | RM442,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830✓ | RM965 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | — |
| Torque | 221 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 133 hp | 510 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 208 Nm | 910 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 1,765 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 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 System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 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 Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 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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NX vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Lexus NX or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX90 is the better choice for seven-seat electric motoring, 600 km range and strong performance. Choose the NX for a smaller footprint, a 520-litre boot and lower purchase and annual road-tax costs.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM47,000 more than the Lexus NX. Its higher outlay brings a 111 kWh battery, seven seats, 600 km claimed range and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
Which has the more useful luggage space?
The Lexus NX does, with 520 litres of boot space against 310 litres in the Volvo EX90. The Volvo gains two extra seats, but its three-row layout leaves less quoted luggage capacity.