Verdict
The Lexus LBX costs RM238,888, a full RM180,000 below the RM418,888 Volvo XC90, and its RM120 annual road tax is RM308 lower. That buys a compact 4,190 mm five-seater suited to tighter Malaysian parking, but its 90 hp 1.5-litre engine and 9.6-second century sprint cannot match the XC90’s 249 hp, 7.7 seconds, all-wheel drive or seven seats. The Volvo’s 451-litre boot, air suspension and 2,984 mm wheelbase suit buyers carrying more people over longer distances.
LBX
Pick the Lexus LBX if RM180,000 saved, lower RM120 road tax and a 4,190 mm five-seat SUV matter more than outright space and performance.
XC90
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, a 451-litre boot and the stronger 249 hp powertrain.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Volvo XC90 RM418,888.
- Road tax: Lexus LBX RM120 per year; Volvo XC90 RM428 per year.
- Performance: Lexus LBX 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; Volvo XC90 in 7.7 seconds.
- Length: Lexus LBX 4,190 mm; Volvo XC90 4,950 mm.
- Seating: Lexus LBX five seats; Volvo XC90 seven seats.
- Boot space: Lexus LBX 315 litres; Volvo XC90 451 litres.
LBX
- RM180,000 cheaper to buy
- Lower RM120 annual road tax
- Eight airbags and unlimited-mileage hybrid battery warranty
- Five seats versus the XC90's seven
- 315-litre boot versus 451 litres
- 90 hp and 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the XC90
XC90
- Seven seats with 40:20:40 second-row and 50:50 third-row folding
- 249 hp, 350 Nm and all-wheel drive
- Air suspension and 360-degree camera
- RM180,000 higher purchase price
- RM428 annual road tax versus RM120
- 4,950 mm length is 760 mm longer than the LBX
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM418,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm | 249 hp at 5,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm | 350 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm✓ | 40 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 451 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | — |
| 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 | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| 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 Projectors | Dynamic 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 Front Seats with Ventilation |
| 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 with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio System |
| 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 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.
Used LBX & XC90 for sale
LBX vs XC90 FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Volvo XC90 better?
The Volvo XC90 is better for performance, seven-seat practicality and long-distance carrying capacity. The Lexus LBX is the more sensible choice if five seats are enough and the RM180,000 saving matters.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC90 costs RM180,000 more than the Lexus LBX: RM418,888 versus RM238,888.
Which SUV is more practical for a large family?
The Volvo XC90 is decisively more practical, with seven seats and a 451-litre boot. The Lexus LBX has five seats and 315 litres of boot space.
