Verdict
At RM398,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM10,000 less than the RM418,888 Volvo XC90, yet its 288 hp motor, 565 Nm and 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time make it markedly quicker. Its 90.6 kWh battery claims 596 km of range and accepts up to 170 kW DC charging, while its 520-litre boot also beats the Volvo's 451 litres. The XC90 counters with seven seats, all-wheel drive and Malaysian CKD assembly. Pick the EQE for a five-seat EV with strong range; take the XC90 when third-row capacity matters more.
EQE SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if you want 596 km of claimed EV range, 170 kW DC charging and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h sprint for RM10,000 less.
XC90
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 71-litre petrol tank for trips where charging is not part of the plan.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888; Volvo XC90 RM418,888.
- Powertrain: EQE SUV has one 288 hp, 565 Nm electric motor; XC90 has a 249 hp, 350 Nm 1,969 cc petrol engine plus a 14 hp, 40 Nm motor.
- Performance: EQE SUV does 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and reaches 210 km/h; XC90 takes 7.7 seconds and reaches 180 km/h.
- Seating and boot: EQE SUV has 5 seats and 520 litres; XC90 has 7 seats and 451 litres.
- Driveline: EQE SUV is rear-wheel drive; XC90 is all-wheel drive.
- Warranty: EQE SUV has a 4-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and 10-year/250,000 km battery cover; XC90 has a 5-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty…
EQE SUV
- 596 km claimed EV range from a 90.6 kWh battery
- 170 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- Quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time and larger 520-litre boot
- Five seats versus the XC90's seven
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Four-year vehicle warranty versus five years
XC90
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row 50:50 folding seats
- All-wheel drive and 71-litre fuel tank
- Panoramic sunroof and integrated second-row booster child seats
- RM10,000 higher price
- Slower 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 451-litre boot is 69 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM398,888✓ | RM418,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 249 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm✓ | 40 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 596 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,863 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 2,560 kg | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 451 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | 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 | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Dynamic 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 Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation |
| 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | — |
| 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 | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio System |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid 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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EQE SUV vs XC90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV or Volvo XC90 better?
The EQE SUV is better for five-seat electric driving: it costs less, claims 596 km of range and reaches 100 km/h 2.8 seconds sooner. The XC90 is the better choice only if you require seven seats, all-wheel drive or petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC90 costs RM418,888, which is RM10,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV at RM398,888.
Which has more seats and luggage space?
The Volvo XC90 has seven seats to the EQE SUV's five. But the Mercedes has the larger stated boot, at 520 litres versus 451 litres for the Volvo.