Verdict
At RM367,888, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class costs RM28,000 more than the RM339,888 Volvo ES90. The Volvo is the stronger choice for a Malaysian buyer with reliable charging: its 92 kWh battery, 662 km EV range and 350 kW DC charging make it the only zero-tailpipe-emission option here, while 329 hp and 480 Nm cut the sprint to 6.6 seconds. The E-Class answers with a much larger 540-litre boot, 240 km/h top speed and auto parking, but its 7.5-second century run and four-year warranty trail the Volvo.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if you need the larger 540-litre boot, 240 km/h top speed and auto parking assistance.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you can charge regularly and want 662 km of EV range, 6.6-second acceleration and a five-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Acceleration: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; Volvo ES90 in 6.6 seconds.
- Top speed: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 240 km/h; Volvo ES90 180 km/h.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 540 litres; Volvo ES90 424 litres.
- Wheelbase: Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2,961 mm; Volvo ES90 3,102 mm.
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz E-Class four years/unlimited mileage; Volvo ES90 five years/unlimited mileage, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
- Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a 201 hp 1,999 cc turbo petrol engine and 23 hp motor; Volvo ES90 has a 329 hp, 480 Nm electric motor and 92 kWh battery.
E-Class
- 540-litre boot is 116 litres larger.
- 240 km/h top speed.
- Auto parking and rear window shades.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 7.5 seconds versus 6.6 seconds.
- Four-year warranty is one year shorter.
- No ventilated, power-reclining rear seats.
ES90
- 662 km EV range with 350 kW DC charging.
- 329 hp and 480 Nm motor delivers 6.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Air suspension, ventilated reclining rear seats and 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio.
- 424-litre boot is 116 litres smaller.
- 180 km/h top speed is 60 km/h lower.
- No auto parking function.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM367,888 | RM339,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,800 rpm | — |
| Torque | 320 Nm at 2,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 83 mm × 92.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 23 hp | 329 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 205 Nm | 480 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 92 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler AG | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,949 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,942 mm |
| Height | 1,468 mm | 1,546 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,961 mm | 3,102 mm |
| Weight | 1,825 kg | 2,410 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 66 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 424 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 245/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R19 | 275/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Pirelli P Zero E VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain, Dual Front Centre Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 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 | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | Power Adjustable Nappa Leather Front Seats with Ventilation (Charcoal or Cardamom, Birch Wood Decor) |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Power Reclining Seats with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker Sound System | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,650 watt) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot 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 | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 E-Class & ES90 for sale
E-Class vs ES90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is better for buyers who can charge at home or work, thanks to its 662 km EV range, quicker 6.6-second sprint and longer warranty. Choose the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if its 540-litre boot, 240 km/h top speed and auto parking matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 is RM28,000 cheaper than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It also has a five-year vehicle warranty, compared with four years for the E-Class.
Which car is more practical for long-distance luggage carrying?
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is more useful for luggage, with a 540-litre boot against the Volvo ES90's 424 litres. The Volvo has the longer 3,102 mm wheelbase and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, while the E-Class uses a 60:40 split.
