Verdict
At RM238,888, the Lexus LBX is RM101,000 cheaper and its RM120 annual road tax is far easier to swallow than the Volvo ES90’s RM395. It is also 810 mm shorter, so the 4,190 mm SUV should ask less of Malaysian parking bays. The ES90 answers with far more pace: 329 hp and 480 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, plus a 92 kWh battery rated for 662 km and 350 kW DC charging. Its 424-litre boot and 3,102 mm wheelbase suit long-distance passengers better.
Pick the Lexus LBX if RM101,000 saved, RM120 yearly road tax and a 4,190 mm SUV footprint matter more than EV range and outright performance.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you want 662 km of EV range, 350 kW DC charging, 6.6-second acceleration and a much roomier executive sedan.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Volvo ES90 RM339,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus LBX motor 93 hp and 185 Nm; Volvo ES90 motor 329 hp and 480 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LBX 9.6 seconds; Volvo ES90 6.6 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm and 2,580 mm; Volvo ES90 5,000 mm and 3,102 mm.
- Boot space: Lexus LBX 315 litres; Volvo ES90 424 litres.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LBX RM120; Volvo ES90 RM395.
LBX
- RM101,000 lower purchase price.
- Compact 4,190 mm SUV body.
- Eight-year unlimited-mileage hybrid battery warranty.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the ES90’s 6.6 seconds.
- 315-litre boot is 109 litres smaller than the ES90’s.
- No head-up display or 360-degree camera.
ES90
- 662 km EV range from a 92 kWh battery.
- 350 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging.
- 424-litre boot, ventilated reclining rear seats and 25-speaker 1,650-watt audio.
- RM339,888 price is RM101,000 above the LBX.
- RM395 annual road tax is RM275 higher.
- At 5,000 mm long, it is 810 mm longer than the LBX.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM339,888 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 329 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 480 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 92 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 350 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,942 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,546 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 3,102 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,410 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 424 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 245/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 275/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Pirelli P Zero E VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 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 with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-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 and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 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 LBX & ES90 for sale
LBX vs ES90 FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is the stronger choice for range, performance and passenger space, with 662 km, 6.6-second acceleration and a 3,102 mm wheelbase. The Lexus LBX makes more sense if purchase price, road tax and compact dimensions are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM339,888 and the Lexus LBX costs RM238,888, a difference of RM101,000.
Which is easier to park in Malaysia?
The Lexus LBX should be easier to place in tight bays because it is 4,190 mm long and 1,825 mm wide, versus the ES90’s 5,000 mm length and 1,942 mm width. The Volvo counters with front and rear six-sensor parking assistance plus a 360-degree camera.
