Verdict
The RM198,888 EX30 is the far easier Malaysian buy: it costs RM230,000 less, carries just RM260 annual road tax and still delivers 475 km of range from its 69 kWh battery. The EX90 justifies its RM428,888 price with seven seats, 617 km range, 671 hp, all-wheel drive and 350 kW DC charging, but its RM1,940 road tax is substantial. Its 310-litre boot is, surprisingly, 8 litres smaller than the EX30’s. Choose by passenger needs, not luggage volume.
EX30
Pick the Volvo EX30 if five seats, a 475 km range and RM230,000 kept in your pocket matter more than outright pace and third-row space.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 617 km range, all-wheel drive and 350 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: EX30 RM198,888; EX90 RM428,888.
- Road tax per year: EX30 RM260; EX90 RM1,940.
- Motors and output: EX30 has one motor with 268 hp and 343 Nm; EX90 has two motors with 671 hp and 870 Nm.
- Battery and range: EX30 has 69 kWh and 475 km; EX90 has 106 kWh and 617 km.
- DC charging: EX30 175 kW; EX90 350 kW.
- Seating: EX30 five seats; EX90 seven seats.
EX30
- RM230,000 cheaper to buy.
- RM1,680 lower annual road tax.
- 318-litre boot is 8 litres larger.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- 475 km range versus 617 km.
- 175 kW DC charging versus 350 kW.
EX90
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row USB-C ports.
- 671 hp, 870 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- Active air suspension and 350 kW DC charging.
- Costs RM230,000 more.
- RM1,940 annual road tax versus RM260.
- 310-litre boot is 8 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,888✓ | RM428,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260✓ | RM1,940 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 671 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 870 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 69 kWh | 106 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 475 km | 617 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,223 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,837 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,704 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 318 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 24545R19 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Active Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Active Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" 8-spoke Glossy Black Diamond-cut Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (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 | Electric for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer 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 | For 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 | LED Reflector 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 | 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 |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Rear | 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Harman Kardon 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 (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | 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, 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 | 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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EX30 vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Volvo EX30 or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX30 is better for a five-seat household watching purchase price and road tax. The EX90 is better if seven seats, 617 km range, all-wheel drive and much stronger performance are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The EX90 costs RM428,888 and the EX30 costs RM198,888, so the difference is RM230,000.
Which Volvo EV charges faster?
The EX90 has a 350 kW DC charging rate, double the EX30’s 175 kW figure. Both have 11 kW AC charging.