Verdict
At RM442,888, the Volvo EX90 undercuts the RM443,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class by RM1,000, but these are very different purchases. The AMG C-Class is 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h at 4.6 seconds, reaches 250 km/h and has a 455-litre boot. Its RM380 annual road tax is also far below the EX90’s RM965. The EX90 answers with seven seats, a 111-kWh battery, 600 km range and 250-kW DC charging. Choose it for electric family carrying, accepting its 310-litre boot and larger 5,037-mm footprint.
AMG C-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you want the quicker 4.6-second 0-100 km/h run, 455-litre boot and RM380 annual road tax in a 4,751-mm sedan.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 600 km of electric range and 250-kW DC charging for only RM1,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM443,888; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Performance: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and 250 km/h; Volvo EX90 4.9 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Passenger capacity: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has 5 seats and 4 doors; Volvo EX90 has 7 seats and 5 doors.
- Size: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is 4,751 mm long with a 2,865 mm wheelbase; Volvo EX90 is 5,037 mm long with a 2,985 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 455 litres; Volvo EX90 310 litres.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM380; Volvo EX90 RM965.
AMG C-Class
- Quicker 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed.
- 455-litre boot is 145 litres larger.
- RM380 annual road tax is RM585 lower.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- No stated EV range or AC/DC charging capability against the EX90’s 600 km range and 250-kW DC charging.
EX90
- Seven seats, including a third-row 50:50 split bench.
- 111-kWh battery, 600 km range and 250-kW DC charging.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
- 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.3 seconds slower, with a 180 km/h top speed versus 250 km/h.
- 310-litre boot is 145 litres smaller.
- RM965 annual road tax is RM585 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 443,888 | RM 442,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist | — |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 402 hp | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 14 hp | 510 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 910 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 250 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,751 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,820 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,437 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 455 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R19 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/35R19 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver 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 Outer Two Rear 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 | Digital Light LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | 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 System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester 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 & 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 380✓ | 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.
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AMG C-Class vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class or Volvo EX90 better?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is better for faster performance, a larger boot and lower annual road tax. The Volvo EX90 is better for a seven-seat electric family car with 600 km range and rapid DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 is RM1,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
Which one is better for long-distance electric driving?
The Volvo EX90 is the clear choice: it has a 111-kWh battery, a stated 600 km range, 11-kW AC charging and 250-kW DC charging. The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is a petrol mild hybrid with no stated plug-in charging figures.