Verdict
The RM427 gap makes this unusually clear: the Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift brings 315 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 4.9-second 0-100 km/h time, against 254 hp, 350 Nm, front-wheel drive and 6.8 seconds for the Volvo S90 Mk2. Its 11.6-kWh battery also gives a claimed 58 km EV range and cuts rated consumption from 7.0 to 2.1 L/100 km. For Malaysian commuting, that is a meaningful advantage, while the older car counters with a 230 km/h top speed and 265 kg less mass.
Pick the Volvo S90 Mk2 if you want the lighter 1,840-kg petrol sedan, a space-saver spare tyre and the higher 230 km/h top speed.
Pick the Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift if you want plug-in capability, 315 hp performance, all-wheel drive and substantially richer rear-seat and infotainment equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Volvo S90 Mk2 RM338,888; Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift RM339,315.
- Power and torque: 254 hp/350 Nm; 315 hp/400 Nm.
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: front-wheel drive/6.8 seconds; all-wheel drive/4.9 seconds.
- Rated economy and CO2: 7.0 L/100 km and 159 g/km; 2.1 L/100 km and 46 g/km.
- Weight and top speed: 1,840 kg and 230 km/h; 2,105 kg and 180 km/h.
- Rear suspension: multi-link with transverse leaf spring; multi-link with transverse leaf spring plus air suspension.
Mk2
- 265 kg lighter at 1,840 kg.
- 230 km/h top speed, versus 180 km/h.
- Has a space-saver spare tyre.
- 254 hp and 350 Nm trail the facelift's 315 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and 6.8-second 0-100 km/h acceleration lose to all-wheel drive and 4.9 seconds.
- No EV driving range, air suspension, head-up display or 360-degree camera.
Mk2 Facelift
- 315 hp, 400 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- Claimed 58 km EV range from an 11.6-kWh battery.
- Gets air suspension, 19-speaker 1,400W Bowers & Wilkins audio and a head-up display.
- At 2,105 kg, it is 265 kg heavier.
- 180 km/h top speed is 50 km/h lower.
- No spare tyre is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM338,888✓ | RM339,315 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM365 | RM365 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, supercharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,969 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 254 hp at 5,500 rpm | 315 hp at 5,700 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 400 Nm at 2,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 93.2 mm | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 86 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 240 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 11.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 58 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 3.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic | 8 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | 2.1 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 159 g/km | 46 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,963 mm | 4,969 mm |
| Width | 1,879 mm | 1,879 mm |
| Height | 1,443 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,941 mm | 2,941 mm |
| Weight | 1,840 kg | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 255/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Continental ContiSportContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Sweden (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring | Multi-link with Transverse Leaf Spring, Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" 10-spoke Alloy |
| 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 | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | 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 Memory Function for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seat with Integrated 2-stage Booster Child Seat Cushions for the Outer 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 |
| 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" Sensus Connect High Performance Audio System with 10 Speakers (330 watt) | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | 120,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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Mk2 vs Mk2 Facelift FAQ
Is the Volvo S90 Mk2 or Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift better?
The Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift is the better buy on specification: it has 315 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 58 km claimed EV range and more equipment for only RM427 extra. Choose the Mk2 chiefly for lower weight, a spare tyre and its 230 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo S90 Mk2 costs RM338,888 and the Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift costs RM339,315, a difference of RM427. The facelift brings plug-in hybrid hardware, 61 hp more, all-wheel drive and air suspension for that small premium.
Can the Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift run on electric power alone?
Yes. The Volvo S90 Mk2 Facelift has an 11.6-kWh battery, two motors and a claimed EV range of 58 km. Its AC charging rate is 3.7 kW. The Volvo S90 Mk2 is petrol-only and has no electric-only range.
