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Volvo EX90 named 2024 World Luxury Car of The Year

The full-size electric SUV, the Volvo EX90, has been crowned the winner of the World Luxury Car of the Year 2024 award.

This prestigious recognition was announced at the New York International Auto Show by a panel of judges comprising 96 prominent automotive journalists from 30 countries.

The Volvo EX90 has been praised for its sophisticated Scandinavian luxury, dynamic electric performance, and world-class safety innovations.

Officially launched in April, the Volvo EX90 is available in a single Ultra Twin variant, featuring twin electric motors that produce 517 horsepower and 910 Nm of torque.

Its 111 kWh NMC battery pack offers a driving range of up to 623 km on a full charge.

As the most advanced SUV, the Volvo EX90 is described as a mobile computer, equipped with an NVIDIA DRIVE AI processing unit that manages every aspect of the vehicle, from infotainment and advanced driver assistance to safety features.

In addition to passenger detection functions, the Volvo EX90 includes a driver understanding feature, which monitors real-time data and provides alerts or safely stops the vehicle in the event of an emergency.

The Volvo EX90 is also equipped with a comprehensive array of sensors, including radar, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and a LIDAR unit designed to support higher levels of autonomy in driving in the future.

In the Malaysian market, the Volvo EX90 is priced at RM442,888, complete with an unlimited mileage vehicle warranty, 24-hour roadside assistance, and five years of free digital services.

The first 50 customers will receive a wall charger voucher and a foldable panoramic sunshade worth RM5,000 for free.

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Volvo EX90 and XC90 facelift officially launched in Malaysia – starting price RM418,888

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Volvo Car Malaysia has officially launched two models of three-row SUVs today: the 2025 Volvo EX90 and the facelifted 2025 Volvo XC90 for the local market.

As showcased last month, the Volvo EX90 is a fully electric SUV built on the SPA2 platform, in contrast to the second-generation Volvo XC90, which uses the SPA platform.

Here are some brief details regarding both the EX90 and XC90 SUVs for the local market:

 

Volvo EX90

Volvo Malaysia is offering the EX90 in a single variant, the Twin Motor Performance, which features a power output of 517 hp and 910 Nm. It is paired with a 111 kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery pack that offers a range of 623 km.

The EX90 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds.

In terms of dimensions, the EX90 is indeed larger than the XC90, measuring 5,037 mm in length, 1,964 mm in width, 1,747 mm in height, and with a wheelbase of 2,985 mm.

The EX90 supports AC fast charging of up to 11 kW (10-hour charging time) and DC fast charging of up to 250 kW, allowing the battery to charge from 10% to 80% state of charge (SoC) in just 30 minutes.

Standard features of the EX90 include 21-inch wheels, front and rear LED lights, doors with soft-close functionality, and the new Sand Dune color.

Inside the cabin, equipment includes a nine-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.5-inch infotainment screen, Bowers & Wilkins 3D audio system with 25 speakers, four-zone climate control, front seat massage functions, and a panoramic glass roof.

Additionally, the Volvo EX90 is equipped with a housing for a LIDAR sensor, along with five radars, eight cameras, and 16 ultrasonic sensors.

The Volvo EX90 Ultra Twin is priced at RM442,888.

 

Volvo XC90 facelift

This marks the second facelift for the XC90 model after the first facelift was introduced in 2019.

A significant change is the design approach, which now resembles that of the EX30 and EX90 models, featuring more pronounced Thor’s Hammer headlights and a wider grille.

Moreover, the XC90 facelift is equipped with an Active Chassis Air suspension system and 20-inch wheels.

Volvo has placed greater emphasis on the cabin space, with an updated layout, an 11.2-inch vertical infotainment screen that supports Google Maps, a crystal Orrefors gear selector, Nappa leather upholstery, and much more.

For the Malaysian market, the Volvo XC90 is offered in the T8 AWD variant, powered by a 2.0-liter turbo engine (310 PS/400 Nm) paired with an electric motor (145 PS/309 Nm).

The total power output of this SUV reaches 462 hp, enabling acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.3 seconds, while achieving fuel consumption as low as 1.8 liters per 100 km.

The battery pack capacity is 18.8 kWh, allowing for a zero-emission range of 77 km, with a full AC charge at 6.4 kW taking three hours.

In the Malaysian market, the Volvo XC90 Ultra T8 PHEV is priced starting from RM434,888, or the light hybrid version, the Ultra B5, which is priced at RM418,888.

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Volvo EX90, XC90 facelift set to launch soon

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Volvo Car Malaysia has announced that two models from the 90 series SUV lineup will be arriving soon: the electric SUV EX90 and the plug-in hybrid SUV XC90.

Currently, Volvo Malaysia has not announced the launch dates for either model; however, further information will be disseminated through the official website.

 

Volvo EX90

First unveiled in 2022, the Volvo EX90 is designed to be the safest vehicle ever produced by Volvo.

This seven-seater electric SUV is equipped with active safety technology aimed at reducing and preventing accidents.

It is also the first Volvo vehicle to use LIDAR technology, the first model to employ advanced computing technology, and the first equipped with hardware for full autonomous driving.

Malaysia is among the first Asia-Pacific markets to receive the Volvo EX90, following its introduction in Thailand.

 

Volvo XC90

This will be the second facelift of the Volvo XC90, introduced in 2024, featuring several cosmetic changes primarily focused on the front fascia and the infotainment system within the cabin.

It’s worth noting that the Volvo XC90 PHEV was the first plug-in hybrid vehicle manufactured in Malaysia, launched in 2016.

According to Volvo Malaysia, both flagship models offer outstanding driving range, safety, and practicality for family use.

The Volvo EX90 will join Volvo’s electric vehicle lineup, which currently includes the Volvo EX30, Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, and the Volvo C40 Recharge Pure Electric.

Interested customers can find more information on the website: https://www.volvocars.com/my/ex90-electric.

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2026 Volvo ES90 debuts this March, 800V platform, 700 km range

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Following the EX90 and EX30, Volvo appears ready to launch another electric vehicle, this time in the form of the sedan model ES90.

Built on an 800-volt electric architecture, the Volvo ES90 is claimed to offer a range of up to 700 km based on WLTP cycle data, which is 86 km farther than the range of the EX90.

With this 800V architecture, the Volvo ES90 allows for shorter charging times.

Using a 350 kW DC fast charger, the ES90’s battery can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 20 minutes.

Based on the teaser images provided, the Volvo ES90 features the proportions of a three-box sedan, but with a more aerodynamic roofline that slopes toward the rear.

Other notable features include additional LED light units on the rear pillars, physical side mirrors complete with camera units, and a LIDAR module housing on the roof.

In addition to LIDAR, the Volvo ES90 will be equipped with various components, including five radar units, eight cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and Safe Space Technology supported by artificial intelligence (AI).

The Volvo ES90 will also be the first model from Volvo to come with dual Nvidia Drive AGX Orin systems, providing the most advanced computing capabilities.

It is understood that Volvo will also update the ICE variant of the Volvo S90 as an alternative for those who remain skeptical about electric vehicles—similar to the approach taken with the EX90 and XC90 models previously.

 

Based on leaked images circulating on social media, the facelifted Volvo S90 will feature a redesigned front end, resembling the changes made to the facelifted XC90.

More information is expected to be announced ahead of the official introduction of the ES90 next month.

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Volvo Car Malaysia sold 1,953 vehicles in 2024, 30 percent consists of BEVs

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Volvo Car Malaysia wrapped up the year 2024 with a record sales figure of 1,953 vehicles. Of this total, 30 percent were battery electric vehicle (BEV) models, representing an 18 percent increase compared to 2023.

Overall, BEV and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models accounted for 83 percent of total sales for the year 2024, up from 71 percent the previous year.

This achievement aligns with the brand’s ambition to sell between 90 to 100 percent electric vehicles by 2030.

Less than 20 percent of Volvo Car Malaysia’s total sales were comprised of mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV), down from one-third recorded in 2023.

Globally, Volvo Cars reported total sales of 763,389 vehicles, marking an 8 percent increase.

There was a growth in sales within the electric vehicle segment, with 175,194 BEVs and 177,593 PHEV models sold, representing increases of 54 percent and 16 percent, respectively.

In total, 46 percent of Volvo’s global sales were electric vehicles, while BEV sales alone accounted for 23 percent, up from 16 percent in 2023.

For 2025, Volvo Car Malaysia plans to launch another BEV model, the Volvo EX90, a luxurious seven-seater SUV.