Verdict
At RM379,888, the Mercedes-Benz EQE costs RM49,000 less and carries a far lower RM305 annual road tax against the Volvo EX90’s RM1,940. Its 669 km quoted range also beats the EX90’s 617 km, while its 430-litre boot is 120 litres larger. The Volvo answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 4.2-second 0-100 km/h time, versus five seats, rear-wheel drive and 6.4 seconds for the EQE. For a Malaysian family needing the third row, the EX90’s extra practicality is the decisive draw.
EQE
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if lower upfront and annual costs, a 669 km range and a 430-litre boot matter more than seven seats and outright acceleration.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and 671 hp for a 4.2-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888; Volvo EX90 RM428,888.
- Road tax per year: EQE RM305; EX90 RM1,940.
- EV range: EQE 669 km; EX90 617 km.
- Performance: EQE 288 hp, 565 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.4 seconds; EX90 671 hp, 870 Nm and 4.2 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: EQE five seats and 430 litres; EX90 seven seats and 310 litres.
- Charging architecture and DC rate: EQE 400V and 170 kW; EX90 800V and 350 kW.
EQE
- 669 km EV range
- RM305 annual road tax
- 430-litre boot space
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven
- Rear-wheel drive and 288 hp versus all-wheel drive and 671 hp
- 170 kW DC charging versus 350 kW
EX90
- Seven-seat cabin with a 50:50 third row
- 671 hp, 870 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 350 kW DC charging and active air suspension
- RM49,000 higher purchase price
- RM1,940 annual road tax
- 617 km range and 310-litre boot trail the EQE
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM379,888✓ | RM428,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM1,940 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | 671 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm | 870 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | 106 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 669 km✓ | 617 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170.0 kW | 350 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 | 4.2 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) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Active Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Active Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut 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 | Roof-mounted LiDAR removed on the CKD model (driver assistance functionality largely unchanged); dual Nvidia Drive AGX Orin processors |
| 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 | Powered and Ventilated Nappa Leather Seats with Massage |
| 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 the stronger choice for lower cost, 669 km range and a 430-litre boot. The EX90 is better for buyers who need seven seats, all-wheel drive, much quicker acceleration and 350 kW DC charging.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM49,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQE: RM428,888 versus RM379,888.
Which one charges faster?
The EX90 has the higher 350 kW DC charging rate and 800V architecture, against 170 kW and 400V for the EQE. The EQE leads on AC charging, however, at 22 kW versus 11 kW.