Verdict
The RM12,185 step from the Volvo XC40 to the Xpeng X9 changes the brief completely. The XC40 is the quicker car, reaching 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds against 8.2 seconds, and its 4,425 mm length suits buyers who need a compact five-seat SUV. But the X9 brings seven seats, a 721-litre boot and a 535 km EV range from its 94.8 kWh battery. For a Malaysian family carrying people and luggage, the larger MPV earns its small price premium; the Volvo makes more sense where manoeuvrability and brisker response matter most.
XC40
Pick the Volvo XC40 if you want the quicker 6.4-second AWD five-seat SUV in a 4,425 mm footprint.
X9
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a 721-litre boot and 535 km of electric range for RM12,185 more.
Key differences
- Price: Volvo XC40 RM268,888; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- 0-100 km/h: Volvo XC40 6.4 seconds; Xpeng X9 8.2 seconds.
- Seats: Volvo XC40 5; Xpeng X9 7.
- Boot space: Volvo XC40 460 litres; Xpeng X9 721 litres.
- Length: Volvo XC40 4,425 mm; Xpeng X9 5,316 mm.
- Powertrain: Volvo XC40 1,969 cc petrol hybrid/REV with 263 hp and 390 Nm; Xpeng X9 electric motor with 315 hp and 450 Nm.
XC40
- RM12,185 cheaper to buy.
- Quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- AWD and a 1,875 kg kerb weight.
- Only five seats versus the X9's seven.
- 460-litre boot is 261 litres smaller than the X9's.
- No electric-only 535 km range, 537 kW DC charging or 3.3 kW V2L function.
X9
- Seven seats and a 721-litre boot.
- 94.8 kWh battery with 535 km EV range.
- 537 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L and rear-axle steering.
- RM12,185 more expensive.
- Slower to 100 km/h at 8.2 seconds versus 6.4 seconds.
- At 5,316 mm long and 2,750 kg, it is much larger and heavier than the XC40.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM268,888✓ | RM281,073 |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM428 | RM365✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,969 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 263 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 390 Nm at 1,800 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 93.2 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Geartronic Automatic Transmission | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 50 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,863 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,658 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,702 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 1,875 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 49 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Sport Chassis | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Power safety lock for rear door | Electronic 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 Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound 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 button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km hybrid 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.
Used XC40 & X9 for sale
XC40 vs X9 FAQ
Is the Volvo XC40 or Xpeng X9 better?
The Xpeng X9 is better for family capacity, with seven seats, a 721-litre boot and 535 km EV range. The Volvo XC40 is better if you want a smaller AWD SUV with a quicker 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng X9 costs RM281,073 and the Volvo XC40 costs RM268,888, so the X9 is RM12,185 more expensive.
Which has more space, the Volvo XC40 or Xpeng X9?
The Xpeng X9 has substantially more space: seven seats, a 721-litre boot, 5,316 mm length and 3,160 mm wheelbase. The XC40 has five seats, a 460-litre boot, 4,425 mm length and 2,702 mm wheelbase.
