Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB costs RM418,888, RM10,000 less than the Volvo EX90, and makes more sense if five seats, a 570-litre boot and a 250 km/h top speed matter. The Volvo is the larger, seven-seat choice, stretching 403 mm longer with a 156 mm longer wheelbase. Its twin motors deliver 671 hp and 870 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, against the GLB’s 302 hp, 400 Nm and 5.5 seconds. For Malaysian family use, the EX90’s 617 km EV range, 350 kW DC charging and richer cabin equipment justify the extra outlay if home or public charging suits your routine.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB if you want the lower RM436 annual road tax, a larger 570-litre boot and petrol refuelling convenience in a smaller five-seat SUV.
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 617 km of electric range, 4.2-second acceleration and a more generously equipped cabin.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB RM418,888; Volvo EX90 RM428,888.
- Performance: GLB 302 hp, 400 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds; EX90 671 hp, 870 Nm and 4.2 seconds.
- Energy: GLB has a 52-litre petrol tank; EX90 has a 106-kWh battery and 617 km EV range.
- Charging: GLB has no listed charging rate; EX90 supports 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- Seating and boot: GLB has five seats and 570 litres; EX90 has seven seats and 310 litres.
- Size and weight: GLB is 4,634 mm long and 1,790 kg; EX90 is 5,037 mm long and 2,704 kg.
AMG GLB
- RM10,000 lower purchase price and RM436 annual road tax.
- 570-litre boot is 260 litres larger.
- 250 km/h top speed and 914 kg lower weight.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- Slower 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.2 seconds.
- No electric driving range or AC/DC charging capability.
EX90
- Seven seats with a 50:50 third row and integrated outer second-row booster cushions.
- 617 km EV range, 11 kW AC and 350 kW DC charging.
- Ventilated massaging Nappa front seats, head-up display and 25-speaker 1,600-watt audio.
- RM10,000 higher price and RM1,940 annual road tax.
- 310-litre boot is 260 litres smaller.
- 180 km/h top speed is 70 km/h lower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM418,888✓ | RM428,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM436✓ | RM1,940 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with mild hybrid assistance | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,991 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 302 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 13 hp | 671 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 870 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 106 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 617 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8-speed sports transmission | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,634 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,659 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,829 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 1,790 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 52 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 570 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 6 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Active Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Active Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers | Active Chassis with Air 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 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | 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 | — | Roof-mounted LiDAR removed on the CKD model (driver assistance functionality largely unchanged); dual Nvidia Drive AGX Orin processors |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Multibeam LED Projectors | LED Reflector 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 | Powered and Ventilated Nappa Leather Seats with Massage |
| 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| 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 |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 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 & 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | 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 Boot | 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.
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AMG GLB vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX90 is better for a seven-seat electric family SUV, with 617 km range and 4.2-second acceleration. The AMG GLB is better for buyers needing a 570-litre boot, lower road tax and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM10,000 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB: RM428,888 versus RM418,888. Its annual road tax is also RM1,940, compared with RM436 for the GLB.
Which one is quicker?
The Volvo EX90 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds versus 5.5 seconds for the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB. The GLB has the higher top speed, however, at 250 km/h against 180 km/h.