Verdict
At RM339,888, the ES90 costs RM131,000 more than the RM208,888 EX30, but it brings a 92 kWh battery, 651 km range and 350 kW DC charging against 69 kWh, 476 km and 175 kW. It is also a far larger 5,000 mm executive sedan with a 424-litre boot. The EX30 is the more agile-on-paper choice: its 268 hp motor reaches 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, 1.3 seconds ahead of the 329 hp ES90. For Malaysian long-distance use and rear passengers, the ES90 justifies the stretch; for town use, the EX30 is much easier to place.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you need 651 km of range, a 424-litre boot and rear-seat climate control in a 5,000 mm sedan.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want the RM131,000 saving, a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and a much shorter 4,223 mm SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Volvo ES90 RM339,888; Volvo EX30 RM208,888.
- EV range: Volvo ES90 651 km; Volvo EX30 476 km.
- DC charging rate: Volvo ES90 350 kW; Volvo EX30 175 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: Volvo ES90 6.6 seconds; Volvo EX30 5.3 seconds.
- Length: Volvo ES90 5,000 mm; Volvo EX30 4,223 mm.
- Boot space: Volvo ES90 424 litres; Volvo EX30 318 litres.
ES90
- 651 km EV range from a 92 kWh battery.
- 350 kW DC charging capability.
- Air suspension, rear ventilation and rear dual-zone climate control.
- RM131,000 dearer.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 6.6 seconds versus 5.3 seconds.
- 777 mm longer, which demands more care in tight parking spaces.
EX30
- RM131,000 cheaper.
- Quicker 5.3-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- 4,223 mm length is 777 mm shorter than the ES90.
- 476 km range is 175 km behind the ES90.
- 175 kW DC charging rate is half the ES90's 350 kW figure.
- No rear air-con, rear-seat ventilation or power reclining rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM339,888 | RM208,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| 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 | 651 km✓ | 476 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 350 kW✓ | 175 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 | 255/40R22 | 24545R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R22 | 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 | 22" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" 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 Front Seats with Ventilation | 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 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395 | RM260✓ |
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, charging speed, luggage and rear-seat comfort, with 651 km, 350 kW DC charging and a 424-litre boot. The EX30 is better for outright acceleration and compact-city use, reaching 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and measuring 4,223 mm long.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM131,000 more than the Volvo EX30. That gap brings 175 km more claimed range, double the DC charging rate, a larger boot and substantially more rear-seat equipment.
Which Volvo charges faster?
The Volvo ES90 has the higher DC charging rate at 350 kW, versus 175 kW for the EX30. Both use CCS for DC charging and Type 2 at 11 kW for AC charging.