Volvo S60 vs Volvo S90
Verdict
At RM315,888 versus RM370,888, the S60 is RM55,000 cheaper yet keeps the same 1,969 cc plug-in hybrid petrol engine, 400 Nm torque, 18.8 kWh battery and 90 km EV range. It is also quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds against 4.9 seconds. The S90 spends its extra money on size: 208 mm more length, 69 mm more wheelbase, a 500-litre boot and more rear-seat hardware. For Malaysian buyers, this is pace and price against space and comfort kit.
S60
Pick the Volvo S60 if you want the cheaper, quicker plug-in hybrid sedan with the same 90 km EV range and faster 7 kW AC charging.
S90
Pick the Volvo S90 if rear-seat space, a 500-litre boot and extra comfort hardware matter more than the RM55,000 saving.
Key differences
- Price: Volvo S60 RM315,888; Volvo S90 RM370,888
- Size: Volvo S60 4,761 mm long with a 2,872 mm wheelbase; Volvo S90 4,969 mm long with a 2,941 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Volvo S60 391 litres; Volvo S90 500 litres
- Performance: Volvo S60 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and 250 km/h top speed; Volvo S90 4.9 seconds and 180 km/h
- AC charging: Volvo S60 Type 2 at 7 kW; Volvo S90 Type 2 at 3.7 kW
- Rear suspension: Volvo S60 multi-link; Volvo S90 multi-link with transverse leaf spring, air suspension and adjustable dampers
S60
- RM55,000 cheaper with the same 18.8 kWh battery and 90 km EV range
- Quicker 4.5-second 0-100 km/h time and higher 250 km/h top speed
- Faster 7 kW AC charging and a panoramic front tilt-and-slide sunroof
- Smaller 391-litre boot versus the S90's 500 litres
- Shorter 2,872 mm wheelbase versus 2,941 mm
- No rear sun shades or integrated outer rear booster cushions listed
S90
- Longer 4,969 mm body and 2,941 mm wheelbase give it the bigger executive-sedan footprint
- Larger 500-litre boot versus the S60's 391 litres
- Adds air suspension with adjustable dampers, rear sun shades and 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio
- Costs RM55,000 more than the S60
- Slower 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time and lower 180 km/h top speed
- Slower 3.7 kW AC charging rate versus the S60's 7 kW
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 315,888✓ | RM 370,888 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,969 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 314 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 86 hp |
| Motor Torque | 309 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 18.8 kWh | 18.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 90 km | 90 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Geartronic | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.5 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 2 L/100 km✓ | 2.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 46 g/km | 46 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,761 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,879 mm |
| Height | 1,431 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,872 mm | 2,941 mm |
| Weight | 2,041 kg | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 391 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R19 | 255/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R19 | 255/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring, Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Six Spoke Diamond Cut/Matte Black Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Six Spoke Diamond Cut/Matte Black Alloys | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Chassis - Adjustable Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 outer rear seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection | Yes, City Safety 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 | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding with Integrated 2-stage Booster Child Seat Cushions for the Outer Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered rear sun shade, manual rear door window sun shades |
| Audio | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (600W) | 9" Sensus Connect with Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound Audio System, 19 Speakers, 1,400W |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Knob Twist | Keyless Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360 camera |
| Auto Parking | Park Assist Pilot with Parallel and Perpendicular Parking | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 160,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Extended | 8 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 365 | RM 365 |
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.
S60 vs S90 FAQ
Is the Volvo S60 or Volvo S90 better?
For driving value, the S60 is better: it is RM55,000 cheaper, quicker to 100 km/h and charges faster on AC. The S90 is better if rear-seat space, boot capacity and comfort hardware are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo S60 costs RM315,888, while the Volvo S90 costs RM370,888. The S90 is RM55,000 more expensive.
Which one has more boot and cabin space?
The S90 is the roomier car. It has a 500-litre boot, 4,969 mm length and 2,941 mm wheelbase, compared with the S60's 391-litre boot, 4,761 mm length and 2,872 mm wheelbase.