Verdict
At RM208,888, the Volvo EX30 costs RM234,000 less than the RM442,888 Volvo EX90, while its annual road tax is RM260 against RM965. The EX90 justifies much of that jump with seven seats, 510 hp and 910 Nm from two motors, all-wheel drive, a 111 kWh battery and 600 km range. Yet the EX30 is far from slow at 268 hp, 343 Nm and 5.3 seconds to 100 km/h, and its 318-litre boot is marginally larger. For most five-seat use, the much shorter 4,223 mm EX30 is the rational Malaysian choice; the EX90 is for buyers who need its space and seven-seat layout.
Pick the Volvo EX30 if you want a five-seat EV with 476 km range, a 318-litre boot and RM234,000 left unspent versus the EX90.
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 output: EX30 has one motor with 268 hp and 343 Nm; EX90 has two motors with 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- Battery and range: EX30 has a 69 kWh battery and 476 km range; EX90 has a 111 kWh battery and 600 km range.
- DC charging: EX30 charges at up to 175 kW; EX90 charges at up to 250 kW.
- Seating and length: EX30 has five seats and measures 4,223 mm; EX90 has seven seats and measures 5,037 mm.
- Boot space: EX30 has 318 litres; EX90 has 310 litres.
EX30
- RM234,000 cheaper to buy, with RM260 annual road tax.
- 318-litre boot is 8 litres larger.
- 3.6 kW vehicle-to-load function and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the EX90's seven.
- 476 km range trails the EX90's 600 km.
- Rear-wheel drive, 268 hp and 343 Nm versus all-wheel drive, 510 hp and 910 Nm.
EX90
- Seven seats, including integrated booster cushions on the outer second-row seats.
- 600 km range, 250 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive.
- Air suspension, head-up display and 25-speaker 1,600-watt Bowers & Wilkins audio.
- RM442,888 price is RM234,000 higher.
- RM965 annual road tax versus RM260.
- At 5,037 mm long, it is 814 mm longer than the EX30 and has an 8-litre smaller boot.
| 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 | ||
| 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.
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EX30 vs EX90 FAQ
Is the Volvo EX30 or Volvo EX90 better?
The EX30 is the better buy for five occupants because it costs RM234,000 less, still manages 476 km of range and has a 318-litre boot. Choose the EX90 if seven seats, 600 km range, all-wheel drive and much stronger output are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EX90 costs RM234,000 more than the Volvo EX30: RM442,888 versus RM208,888. Its annual road tax is also RM705 higher, at RM965 versus RM260.
Which Volvo EV charges faster?
The EX90 has the higher DC charging rate at 250 kW, compared with 175 kW for the EX30. Both have 11 kW AC charging capability.
