Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the EX30 at RM208,888 is the rational entry point: it is 814 mm shorter, carries a much lower RM260 annual road tax and still quotes 476 km of range. The RM442,888 EX90 costs RM234,000 more, but buys seven seats, 600 km range, twin-motor all-wheel drive and 510 hp with 910 Nm. Its 250 kW DC charging rate also beats the EX30’s 175 kW. The catch is that the flagship’s quoted 310-litre boot is actually 8 litres smaller than the EX30’s 318 litres.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if five seats, a 476 km range, 3.6 kW V2L and a RM234,000 lower purchase price matter more than outright space and power.
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, 600 km range, all-wheel drive and 510 hp performance.
Key differences
- Price: EX30 RM208,888; EX90 RM442,888.
- Motors and driveline: EX30 one motor and rear-wheel drive; EX90 two motors and all-wheel drive.
- Output: EX30 268 hp and 343 Nm; EX90 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- Battery and range: EX30 69 kWh and 476 km; EX90 111 kWh and 600 km.
- DC charging: EX30 175 kW; EX90 250 kW.
- Seating: EX30 five seats; EX90 seven seats.
EX30
- RM234,000 cheaper to buy.
- 318-litre boot, versus 310 litres.
- 3.6 kW V2L capability.
- Five seats instead of seven.
- 476 km range trails the EX90’s 600 km.
- 175 kW DC charging is lower than 250 kW.
EX90
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row USB-C ports.
- 600 km range from a 111 kWh battery.
- 510 hp, 910 Nm all-wheel-drive powertrain.
- RM234,000 more expensive.
- RM965 annual road tax versus RM260.
- 310-litre boot is 8 litres smaller and it has no V2L.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM208,888✓ | RM442,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM260✓ | RM965 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 hp | 510 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 343 Nm | 910 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 69 kWh | 111 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 476 km | 600 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 250 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 | 4.9 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 | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| 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.
Used EX30 & EX90 for sale
EX30 vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Volvo EX30 or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX30 is the better buy for five-seat use and lower running costs. Choose the EX90 when seven seats, 600 km range, all-wheel drive and 510 hp justify its RM234,000 price gap.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM234,000 more than the Volvo EX30: RM442,888 versus RM208,888.
Which has more seats and luggage space?
The EX90 has seven seats to the EX30’s five. However, the EX30’s quoted boot is slightly larger at 318 litres, compared with 310 litres for the EX90.