Lotus Eletre vs Volvo EX90
Verdict
The Lotus Eletre is the pricier, faster five-seat SUV at RM499,000 against the Volvo EX90’s RM442,888, so the RM56,112 gap buys 603 hp instead of 510 hp, a 4.5-second century sprint instead of 4.9 seconds, and a much larger 688-litre boot. The Volvo fights back with seven seats, the same 600 km range, slightly smaller dimensions and lower RM965 road tax. For a Malaysian buyer, this is pace and luggage room versus passenger count and running-cost sense.
Eletre
Pick the Lotus Eletre if you want the quicker dual-motor SUV, more boot space and do not need seven seats.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, the same 600 km range and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Eletre RM499,000; Volvo EX90 RM442,888
- Seats: Lotus Eletre 5; Volvo EX90 7
- Power: Lotus Eletre 603 hp; Volvo EX90 510 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Eletre 4.5 s; Volvo EX90 4.9 s
- Boot space: Lotus Eletre 688 L; Volvo EX90 310 L
- Road tax: Lotus Eletre RM1,440/year; Volvo EX90 RM965/year
Eletre
- More power at 603 hp
- Quicker 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Larger 688-litre boot
- Costs RM56,112 more
- Five seats only
- Higher RM1,440 annual road tax
EX90
- Seven-seat cabin
- Same 600 km EV range
- Lower RM965 annual road tax
- Less powerful at 510 hp
- Slower 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Smaller 310-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 499,000 | RM 442,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm | 910 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 112 kWh✓ | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 600 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,103 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 2,135 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,019 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 2,490 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 688 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| 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 Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbags and Front Knee Airbags | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two 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 | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 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 | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-C front, 2 USB-C 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 | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 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, Automatic with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 965✓ |
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.
Eletre vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Lotus Eletre or Volvo EX90 better?
The Lotus Eletre is better for performance and luggage space, with 603 hp and a 688-litre boot. The Volvo EX90 is better for families needing seven seats while keeping the same 600 km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Eletre costs RM56,112 more than the Volvo EX90.
Which one has the longer EV range?
Neither has an advantage on range. Both the Lotus Eletre and Volvo EX90 are rated at 600 km.