Verdict
The RM379,888 EQE costs RM63,000 less than the RM442,888 EX90, carries a far lower RM305 annual road tax and reaches 669 km on its 90.6-kWh battery. It is the more rational long-distance executive choice. But the EX90’s RM442,888 price buys seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time against the EQE’s 6.4 seconds. For a Malaysian family needing the third row, the Volvo’s 250-kW DC charging and 111-kWh battery matter more than its 600-km range.
EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if you want 669 km of range, 22-kW AC charging and substantially lower annual road tax in a five-seat executive sedan.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, 510 hp and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Power and torque: EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm; EX90 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- Battery and range: EQE 90.6 kWh and 669 km; EX90 111 kWh and 600 km.
- Charging: EQE 22 kW AC and 170 kW DC; EX90 11 kW AC and 250 kW DC.
- Performance and driveline: EQE rear-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 6.4 seconds; EX90 all-wheel drive, 4.9 seconds.
- Seating and boot: EQE five seats and 430 litres; EX90 seven seats and 310 litres.
EQE
- 669-km EV range from a 90.6-kWh battery.
- 22-kW AC charging and RM305 annual road tax.
- Digital Light matrix headlamps, rear-wheel steering and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- 288 hp and 565 Nm trail the EX90’s 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- 170-kW DC charging is lower than the EX90’s 250 kW.
EX90
- Seven seats, including a 50:50 third row and integrated outer second-row booster cushions.
- 510 hp, 910 Nm and all-wheel drive deliver 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.
- 111-kWh battery, 250-kW DC charging and air suspension.
- 600-km range is 69 km short of the EQE’s 669 km.
- 11-kW AC charging is half the EQE’s 22-kW rate.
- RM965 annual road tax is RM660 higher than the EQE’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM379,888✓ | RM442,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM965 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | 510 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm | 910 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | 111 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 669 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170.0 kW | 250 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,946 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,961 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 2,355 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee | 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 for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) | 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 |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 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 | 4 Front USB-C | 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 | 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 | 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 and 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 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 |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV Battery | 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.
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EQE vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE or Volvo EX90 better?
The EQE is better for lower purchase cost, lower annual road tax, longer 669-km range and 22-kW AC charging. The EX90 is better if seven seats, all-wheel drive, faster acceleration and 250-kW DC charging are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM63,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQE.
Which one is faster to charge?
The EX90 has the higher 250-kW DC charging rate, versus 170 kW for the EQE. The EQE is stronger on AC charging at 22 kW, compared with the EX90’s 11 kW.