Lotus Emeya vs Volvo S90
Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, Emeya is the fast, full-EV play: RM459,000 buys 603 hp, AWD, a 102.0 kWh battery and 610 km range. The S90 is RM370,888, so it keeps RM88,112 in hand, still gets AWD and does 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while its plug-in hybrid set-up brings 90 km EV range and 2.1 L/100 km. Space is close in the boot, 509 versus 500 litres, but the Lotus is a bigger car and costs RM1,440 a year in road tax against RM365.
Emeya
Pick the Lotus Emeya if you want the stronger, quicker full EV, with 603 hp, 610 km range and a 250 km/h top speed.
S90
Pick the Volvo S90 if you want the lower price, plug-in hybrid flexibility and much cheaper RM365 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Emeya RM459,000; Volvo S90 RM370,888
- Power: Lotus Emeya 603 hp; Volvo S90 315 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Emeya 4.2 s; Volvo S90 4.9 s
- EV range: Lotus Emeya 610 km; Volvo S90 90 km
- Battery: Lotus Emeya 102.0 kWh; Volvo S90 18.8 kWh
- Road tax/year: Lotus Emeya RM1,440; Volvo S90 RM365
Emeya
- Much higher 603 hp output
- Longer 610 km EV range
- Quicker 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Costs RM88,112 more
- Annual road tax is RM1,440
- Much wider at 2,241 mm
S90
- Lower RM370,888 price
- Plug-in hybrid has 90 km EV range
- Cheaper RM365 annual road tax
- Less power at 315 hp
- Shorter 90 km EV range
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 459,000 | RM 370,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh✓ | 18.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 610 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.15 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 2.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,139 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 2,241 mm | 1,879 mm |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm | 2,941 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 255/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 255/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P-Zero | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring, Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension | Active Chassis - Adjustable Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, City Safety 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 | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Fixed | 60:40 Split-folding with Integrated 2-stage Booster Child Seat Cushions for the Outer Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window sun shades |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 9" Sensus Connect with Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound Audio System, 19 Speakers, 1,400W |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | Yes, with 360 camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Tyre puncture repair kit | — |
| 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 Hybrid Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440 | RM 365✓ |
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.
Emeya vs S90 FAQ
Is the Lotus Emeya or Volvo S90 better?
The Lotus Emeya is better for performance and EV range, with 603 hp and 610 km. The Volvo S90 is better for cost control, at RM88,112 less with RM365 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya costs RM459,000 and the Volvo S90 costs RM370,888. That makes the Lotus RM88,112 more expensive.
Which one is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Lotus Emeya is quicker, taking 4.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Volvo S90 takes 4.9 seconds, so the gap is 0.7 seconds.