Verdict
For RM442,888, the EX90 costs RM24,000 more than the RM418,888 XC90, but brings 510 hp, 910 Nm and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time against 249 hp, 350 Nm and 7.7 seconds. Its 111-kWh battery claims 600 km and accepts 250 kW DC charging, useful only if charging suits your routine. The XC90 is the more practical seven-seater for luggage, with 451 litres versus 310 litres. Both have seven seats, all-wheel drive and air suspension, so this is chiefly an EV performance-and-tech choice against a lower-priced petrol-hybrid SUV.
EX90
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you can charge regularly and want 600 km of claimed range, 510 hp and stronger cabin technology.
XC90
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you need the larger 451-litre boot and prefer a petrol-hybrid seven-seater with lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: EX90 RM442,888; XC90 RM418,888.
- Power and torque: EX90 510 hp and 910 Nm; XC90 249 hp and 350 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: EX90 4.9 seconds; XC90 7.7 seconds.
- Energy storage: EX90 111-kWh battery with 600 km range; XC90 71-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: EX90 310 litres; XC90 451 litres.
- Weight: EX90 2,704 kg; XC90 2,350 kg.
EX90
- 510 hp and 910 Nm from two motors
- 111-kWh battery, 600 km claimed range and 250 kW DC charging
- 25-speaker, 1,600-watt Bowers & Wilkins audio
- 310-litre boot versus the XC90's 451 litres
- 2,704 kg versus the XC90's 2,350 kg
- RM965 annual road tax versus RM428
XC90
- 451-litre boot for a seven-seat SUV
- RM428 annual road tax
- 2,350 kg, 354 kg lighter than the EX90
- 249 hp, 350 Nm and a 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trail the EX90
- No head-up display, while the EX90 has one
- No listed front or rear parking sensors; the EX90 gets six at each end
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM442,888 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM965 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 249 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 510 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 910 Nm✓ | 40 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 111 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 250 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,037 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,964 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,747 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,985 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 2,704 kg | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 310 litres | 451 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/40R21 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| 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 Center Airbag, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection | 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 | Dynamic LED Projectors 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 Memory Function for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 | 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 System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 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 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,600 watt) | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | Active Cruise Control |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| 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 Hybrid 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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EX90 vs XC90 FAQ
Is the Volvo EX90 or Volvo XC90 better?
The EX90 is better if home or destination charging is realistic, because it is far quicker and has a 600 km claimed electric range. The XC90 is better for carrying luggage, with 451 litres of boot space against 310 litres.
What is the price difference?
The EX90 costs RM24,000 more: RM442,888 versus RM418,888 for the XC90.
Which Volvo is better for a seven-seat family carrying luggage?
The XC90 is the stronger luggage carrier. Both seat seven, but its 451-litre boot is 141 litres larger than the EX90's 310-litre space.