Verdict
The Volvo ES90 costs RM28,000 less at RM339,888, yet brings a 92 kWh battery, claimed 662 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging. Its 329 hp, 480 Nm motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 6.6 seconds, against the E-Class’ 7.5 seconds. The Mercedes counters with a 540-litre boot, 116 litres more luggage room, plus a 240 km/h top speed. For Malaysian buyers able to charge regularly, the Volvo is the more complete long-distance EV; choose the E-Class for its larger boot and petrol refuelling convenience.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you need the larger 540-litre boot and prefer a 66-litre petrol tank over charging stops.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you can charge at home or work and want 662 km of EV range, 350 kW DC charging and a lower RM339,888 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888; Volvo ES90 RM339,888.
- Performance: E-Class 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and 240 km/h; ES90 6.6 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Energy system: E-Class has a 1,999 cc petrol hybrid powertrain and 66-litre tank; ES90 has a 92 kWh battery and 662 km EV range.
- Charging: E-Class has no stated AC or DC charging rate; ES90 supports 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- Space: E-Class boot is 540 litres and wheelbase is 2,961 mm; ES90 boot is 424 litres and wheelbase is 3,102 mm.
- Ride hardware: E-Class uses multi-link front and rear suspension; ES90 gets double-wishbone front suspension plus air suspension at both ends.
E-Class
- 540-litre boot is 116 litres larger.
- 240 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h.
- 66-litre petrol tank avoids dependence on charging.
- RM28,000 more expensive.
- 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the ES90’s 6.6 seconds.
- No stated EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
ES90
- 92 kWh battery with 662 km claimed EV range.
- 350 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging.
- Air suspension, 25-speaker 1,650-watt Bowers & Wilkins audio and a head-up display.
- 424-litre boot is 116 litres smaller.
- 180 km/h top speed is 60 km/h lower.
- 2,410 kg kerb weight is 585 kg heavier.
What the E-Class has over the ES90
What the ES90 has over the E-Class
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The ES90's wheelbase is 141 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The ES90 is 62 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the E-Class: 540 litres against 424.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM367,888 | RM339,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380✓ | RM395 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM3,755/mo | RM3,470/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM9,878 | RM9,085✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,235 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM6.17 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM53,574 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 8.4 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 20 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | 329 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 480 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 92 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,942 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,546 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 3,102 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | 2,410 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 424 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 275/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero E VOL |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 22 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 22 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain, Dual Front Centre Airbags) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors 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 Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Nappa Leather Front Seats with Ventilation (Charcoal or Cardamom, Birch Wood Decor) |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Power Reclining Seats with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,650 watt) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| 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, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is the stronger choice if charging is practical: it is RM28,000 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and has a claimed 662 km range. The E-Class suits buyers who need its larger 540-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM367,888, while the Volvo ES90 costs RM339,888. The E-Class is RM28,000 more expensive.
Which one is better for long-distance travel?
The ES90 has a claimed 662 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging, making it the better EV road-trip tool where charging is available. The E-Class has a 66-litre petrol tank, which is simpler where charging access is limited.
How long does charging take?
The ES90's 92.0 kWh battery takes about 8.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 350 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The ES90 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 4 years for the E-Class. ES90: 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.