Verdict
The Volvo ES90 costs RM131,000 more than the EX30, but brings a 92 kWh battery, 662 km range and 350 kW DC charging against 69 kWh, 476 km and 175 kW. That is meaningful margin for Malaysian intercity use. It is also a 5,000 mm executive sedan with 424 litres of boot space, air suspension and a 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system. The EX30 counters with a far shorter 4,223 mm SUV body, quicker 5.3-second sprint and 3.6 kW V2L. Its RM260 annual road tax also undercuts the ES90’s RM395.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if 662 km range, 350 kW DC charging, a 424-litre boot and rear-seat ventilation matter more than the RM131,000 saving.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want the smaller 4,223 mm SUV, a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 3.6 kW V2L for less money.
Key differences
- Price: ES90 RM339,888; EX30 RM208,888.
- Battery and range: ES90 92 kWh and 662 km; EX30 69 kWh and 476 km.
- DC charging: ES90 350 kW; EX30 175 kW.
- Performance: ES90 329 hp, 480 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds; EX30 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.3 seconds.
- Length and boot space: ES90 5,000 mm and 424 litres; EX30 4,223 mm and 318 litres.
- Vehicle-to-load: ES90 has no V2L rating; EX30 supplies 3.6 kW V2L.
ES90
- 92 kWh battery with 662 km range and 350 kW DC charging.
- 424-litre boot, 40:20:40 rear seats and power-reclining ventilated rear seats.
- Active air suspension, head-up display and 25-speaker 1,650-watt Bowers & Wilkins audio.
- RM131,000 dearer to buy and RM395 annual road tax versus RM260.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 6.6 seconds versus 5.3 seconds.
- No V2L function, where the EX30 provides 3.6 kW.
EX30
- RM208,888 price and lower RM260 annual road tax.
- 4,223 mm length is 777 mm shorter than the ES90.
- Quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 3.6 kW V2L.
- 476 km range trails the ES90’s 662 km.
- 175 kW DC charging is half the ES90’s 350 kW rating.
- 318-litre boot is 106 litres smaller, and there is no rear air-conditioning listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM339,888 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM260✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 800V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 329 hp✓ | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 480 Nm✓ | 343 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 92 kWh✓ | 69 kWh |
| EV Range | 662 km✓ | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 175 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,000 mm | 4,223 mm |
| Width | 1,942 mm | 1,837 mm |
| Height | 1,546 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,102 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 2,410 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 424 litres✓ | 318 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R21 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R21 | 245/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E VOL | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Active Air Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain, Dual Front Centre Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Nappa Leather Front Seats with Ventilation (Charcoal or Cardamom, Birch Wood Decor) | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Power Reclining Seats with Ventilation | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,650 watt) | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree 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 | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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ES90 vs EX30 FAQ
Is the Volvo ES90 or Volvo EX30 better?
The ES90 is better for range, DC charging, boot capacity and rear-seat equipment: 662 km, 350 kW and 424 litres versus 476 km, 175 kW and 318 litres. The EX30 is better if a smaller SUV, quicker acceleration and V2L are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM339,888 and the Volvo EX30 costs RM208,888, a difference of RM131,000. The ES90 also has RM395 annual road tax versus RM260 for the EX30.
Which Volvo charges faster?
The ES90 has the higher DC charging rating at 350 kW, compared with 175 kW for the EX30. Both cars have 11 kW AC charging capability.