Mercedes-Benz EQV vs Volvo S90
Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz EQV is the people-carrier answer here: RM450,350 buys seven seats, 610 litres, a 90 kWh battery, 374 km of EV range and 110 kW DC charging. The Volvo S90, at RM370,888, is RM79,462 cheaper and much quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds versus 12.1, with AWD and a 90 km EV range before its petrol side matters. For a Malaysian buyer, this is space and electric running against pace, lower entry price and longer manufacturer warranty.
EQV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQV if you need seven seats, 610 litres of boot space and a full-EV 374 km range with 110 kW DC charging.
S90
Pick the Volvo S90 if you want the lower RM370,888 price, 4.9-second acceleration, AWD and a 5-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQV RM450,350; Volvo S90 RM370,888
- Powertrain battery and EV range: Mercedes-Benz EQV 90 kWh and 374 km; Volvo S90 18.8 kWh and 90 km
- Acceleration: Mercedes-Benz EQV 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds; Volvo S90 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds
- Seats and boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQV 7 seats and 610 litres; Volvo S90 5 seats and 500 litres
- Charging: Mercedes-Benz EQV 11 kW AC and 110 kW DC; Volvo S90 3.7 kW AC and no DC charging listed
- Manufacturer warranty: Mercedes-Benz EQV 2 years/200,000 km; Volvo S90 5 years/unlimited mileage
EQV
- Seven-seat cabin versus the Volvo S90’s five
- Larger 610-litre boot
- 374 km EV range with 110 kW DC charging
- RM79,462 dearer than the Volvo S90
- Much slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Shorter 2-year/200,000 km manufacturer warranty
S90
- Far quicker 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower price by RM79,462
- Longer 5-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Five seats only versus seven in the Mercedes-Benz EQV
- Smaller 500-litre boot
- Shorter 90 km EV range and no DC charging listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 450,350 | RM 370,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 362 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 90 kWh✓ | 18.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 374 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 2.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,140 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,928 mm | 1,879 mm |
| Height | 1,901 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm | 2,941 mm |
| Weight | 2,635 kg | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 610 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/55R17 | 255/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/55R17 | 255/40R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring, Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis - Adjustable Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, City Safety 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Captain Seats Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline and Slide, 33:33:33 Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Integrated 2-stage Booster Child Seat Cushions for the Outer Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Controls with Individual Blowers | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Twin Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window sun shades |
| Audio | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with Burmester Sound System | 9" Sensus Connect with Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound Audio System, 19 Speakers, 1,400W |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160✓ | RM 365 |
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.
EQV vs S90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQV or Volvo S90 better?
The Volvo S90 is better for pace, price and warranty. The Mercedes-Benz EQV is better if you need seven seats, a 610-litre boot and full-EV running with 374 km of range.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV costs RM450,350, while the Volvo S90 costs RM370,888. That makes the EQV RM79,462 more expensive.
Which one has more electric range?
The Mercedes-Benz EQV has the longer electric range at 374 km from a 90 kWh battery. The Volvo S90 has a 90 km EV range from its 18.8 kWh plug-in hybrid battery.