Verdict
The Denza D9 costs RM53,900 less at RM299,000, yet brings seven seats, a 103.36-kWh battery, 520 km claimed range and 166 kW DC charging. Its 308-hp, 360-Nm motor also exceeds the Audi Q5’s 196 hp and 340 Nm petrol output. The Audi is the easier family SUV to park: it is 533 mm shorter and has a 520-litre boot, 110 litres more than the D9. Pick the D9 for chauffeur-style second-row comfort and EV running; choose the Q5 if five seats and luggage space matter more.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you want a more compact 4,717-mm SUV with a larger 520-litre boot and Digital Matrix LED headlamps.
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, a 520-km EV range and ventilated, massaging second-row captain seats with ottomans.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Denza D9 RM299,000.
- Seating: Audi Q5 five seats; Denza D9 seven seats.
- Length: Audi Q5 4,717 mm; Denza D9 5,250 mm.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Denza D9 410 litres.
- Power and torque: Audi Q5 196 hp/340 Nm; Denza D9 308 hp/360 Nm.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 two years with unlimited mileage; Denza D9 six years/150,000 km, plus an eight-year/150,000-km battery warranty.
Q5
- 520-litre boot, 110 litres ahead of the D9.
- 533 mm shorter than the D9.
- Digital Matrix LED headlamps and OLED tail lights.
- RM53,900 dearer than the D9.
- Only five seats to the D9’s seven.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus six years/150,000 km.
D9
- Seven seats with ventilated, massaging second-row captain seats and ottomans.
- 103.36-kWh battery, 520-km range and 166 kW DC charging.
- RM53,900 less than the Q5.
- 410-litre boot is 110 litres smaller than the Q5’s.
- At 5,250 mm long and 1,920 mm tall, it is substantially larger than the Q5.
- 150,000-km manufacturer warranty limit, where the Q5 warranty has unlimited mileage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM299,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | — |
| Torque | 340 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 360 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 103.36 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 520 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 166 kW |
| V2L | — | 6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,250 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | Frequency Selective variable dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 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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Q5 vs D9 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Denza D9 better?
The Denza D9 is the stronger family choice with seven seats, 520 km of EV range and second-row captain-seat comforts. The Audi Q5 suits buyers who need a shorter SUV and its larger 520-litre boot rather than MPV passenger space.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 is RM352,900 and the Denza D9 is RM299,000, so the Q5 costs RM53,900 more.
Which has the larger boot, the Audi Q5 or Denza D9?
The Audi Q5 has the larger quoted boot at 520 litres. The Denza D9 has 410 litres, despite carrying two more occupants across its seven-seat layout.