Verdict
At RM339,888, the locally assembled Volvo ES90 undercuts the RM379,888 CBU Mercedes-Benz EQE by RM40,000, while bringing 800V hardware and 350 kW DC charging against the Mercedes’ 400V system and 170 kW. The EQE counters with a 22 kW AC charger, 669 km range and a quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 7 km range edge is tiny. For Malaysian buyers with access to high-power DC charging, the ES90’s lower entry price, air suspension and richer rear-seat kit make the stronger case; choose the EQE for AC charging and driver-focused performance.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE if 22 kW AC charging, 669 km claimed range, rear-wheel steering and a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the RM40,000 saving.
Pick the Volvo ES90 if you want 800V/350 kW DC charging, air suspension, ventilated reclining rear seats and a lower RM339,888 purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQE RM379,888; Volvo ES90 RM339,888.
- Electrical architecture/DC charging: EQE 400V and 170 kW; ES90 800V and 350 kW.
- AC charging: EQE 22 kW; ES90 11 kW.
- Motor output: EQE 288 hp and 565 Nm; ES90 329 hp and 480 Nm.
- Performance: EQE 0-100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and 210 km/h; ES90 6.6 seconds and 180 km/h.
- Rear-seat/roof equipment: EQE 60:40 folding rear bench and no sunroof; ES90 ventilated power-reclining 40:20:40 rear seats and an opacity-adjustable fixed…
EQE
- 22 kW AC charging and a 669 km claimed range.
- Quicker 6.4-second century sprint, plus 565 Nm and a 210 km/h top speed.
- Rear-wheel steering, Digital Light matrix headlamps and auto parking.
- Costs RM40,000 more than the ES90.
- 170 kW DC charging and 400V architecture trail the ES90’s 350 kW and 800V setup.
- No sunroof, rear-seat ventilation or power-reclining rear seats.
ES90
- RM339,888 price, Malaysian CKD assembly and a five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- 800V architecture with 350 kW DC charging.
- Active air suspension, 21-inch wheels, ventilated reclining rear seats and a 25-speaker 1,650-watt Bowers & Wilkins system.
- 11 kW AC charging is half the EQE’s 22 kW rate.
- Claimed range is 662 km, 7 km short of the EQE’s 669 km.
- It is slower to 100 km/h at 6.6 seconds and has a lower 180 km/h top speed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM379,888 | RM339,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | 329 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 565 Nm✓ | 480 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 90.6 kWh | 92 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 669 km✓ | 662 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170.0 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 seconds✓ | 6.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,946 mm | 5,000 mm |
| Width | 1,961 mm | 1,942 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,546 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,120 mm | 3,102 mm |
| Weight | 2,355 kg | 2,410 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 424 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 245/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 275/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Pirelli P Zero E VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy | 21" Diamond-cut Five-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Suspension, Rear Wheel Steering | Active Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side, Driver's Knee) | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (up to 130 km/h) and Evasive Steering Assist (up to 108 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Pre-Safe, Pre-Safe Impulse Side | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) | 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 Memory Function, Heated | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof, Adjustable Opacity |
| Power Sockets | 4 Front USB-C | 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround 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 Button | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 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 |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 10-year/250,000-km Warranty for EV 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.
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EQE vs ES90 FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQE or Volvo ES90 better?
The Volvo ES90 is the better buy for most buyers because it is RM40,000 cheaper, has 800V/350 kW DC charging, air suspension and more rear-seat equipment. The EQE is the better choice for 22 kW AC charging, slightly longer range and quicker performance.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo ES90 costs RM40,000 less than the Mercedes-Benz EQE: RM339,888 versus RM379,888.
Which one is better for charging?
The ES90 is stronger on rapid DC charging with 800V architecture and a 350 kW maximum, versus 400V and 170 kW for the EQE. The EQE is better on AC charging, at 22 kW compared with the Volvo’s 11 kW.
