Verdict
The Volvo EX90 costs RM26,000 less yet brings seven seats, 510 hp and 910 Nm from two motors, cutting the 0-100 km/h run to 4.9 seconds against the Lexus RX’s 275 hp, 430 Nm and 7.6 seconds. Its 111 kWh battery also claims 600 km range and accepts 250 kW DC charging. The RX answers with a far more useful 612-litre boot versus 310 litres, while its 68-litre petrol tank suits buyers without dependable charging. For a Malaysian family needing a third row, the Volvo is the stronger buy; five-seat buyers carrying luggage should look hard at the Lexus.
RX
Pick the Lexus RX if you need its 612-litre boot and petrol refuelling flexibility rather than seven seats or home charging.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you want seven seats, 600 km claimed EV range and much stronger 4.9-second performance for RM26,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RX RM468,888; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Power and torque: RX 275 hp and 430 Nm; EX90 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: RX 7.6 seconds; EX90 4.9 seconds.
- Seating and boot: RX five seats and 612 litres; EX90 seven seats and 310 litres.
- Energy: RX has a 68-litre petrol tank; EX90 has a 111 kWh battery with 600 km claimed range.
- Size and weight: RX is 4,890 mm long and 1,914 kg; EX90 is 5,037 mm long and 2,704 kg.
RX
- 612-litre boot is 302 litres larger.
- 68-litre petrol tank avoids charging dependence.
- Heated and ventilated front and rear seats.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the EX90 by 2.7 seconds.
- Costs RM26,000 more.
EX90
- 510 hp and 910 Nm from two motors.
- 600 km claimed range; 250 kW DC charging.
- Seven seats, panoramic glass roof and 25-speaker 1,600-watt audio.
- 310-litre boot is 302 litres smaller than the RX’s.
- At 2,704 kg, it weighs 790 kg more than the RX.
- RM965 annual road tax is RM211 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM468,888 | RM442,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754✓ | RM965 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,393 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 275 hp | — |
| Torque | 430 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 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 | 7.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,890 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 1,914 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 612 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R21 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R21 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | 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) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated | 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 with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 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" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium 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 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 360-degree Camera and 3D Function | 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 | — |
| 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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RX vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Lexus RX or Volvo EX90 better?
The Volvo EX90 is the better choice for seven-seat practicality, EV range and performance: 510 hp, 910 Nm and 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h. Choose the Lexus RX if its 612-litre boot and petrol refuelling suit your use better.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM442,888 and the Lexus RX costs RM468,888, so the EX90 is RM26,000 cheaper.
Which has the larger boot, the Lexus RX or Volvo EX90?
The five-seat Lexus RX has the larger boot at 612 litres. The seven-seat Volvo EX90 has 310 litres, a 302-litre deficit.