Verdict
At RM465,990, the Audi Q8 e-tron is RM97,300 dearer than the Denza Z9 GT, yet it asks far less in annual road tax: RM545 against RM9,140. Its 569-litre boot also gives it a 74-litre edge. The Denza counters with 1,140 hp, a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 600 km range, versus 402 hp, 5.6 seconds and 582 km. Its 1,500 kW DC rating is extraordinary on paper, while the Audi’s 22 kW AC capability better suits faster destination charging. For Malaysian buyers, the Audi’s tax bill is the decisive running-cost advantage; the Denza is the much faster car with richer seat equipment.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if RM545 yearly road tax, a 569-litre boot and 22 kW AC charging matter more than outright pace.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp, 2.7-second acceleration, 1,500 kW DC charging and a more lavishly equipped cabin.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Annual road tax: Audi RM545; Denza RM9,140.
- Motor output: Audi 402 hp and 664 Nm; Denza 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Performance: Audi 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds and 200 km/h top speed; Denza 2.7 seconds and 240 km/h.
- Battery and range: Audi 114 kWh and 582 km; Denza 122.49 kWh and 600 km.
- Charging and boot space: Audi 22 kW AC/170 kW DC and 569 litres; Denza 11 kW AC/1,500 kW DC and 495 litres.
Q8 e-tron
- RM545 annual road tax versus RM9,140.
- 569-litre boot, 74 litres larger.
- 22 kW AC charging versus 11 kW.
- RM97,300 more expensive.
- 402 hp and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail 1,140 hp and 2.7 seconds.
- 170 kW DC charging rating trails 1,500 kW.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 1,500 kW DC charging rating and 4 kW V2L.
- Ventilated, massaging front seats plus powered rear seats with extendable leg rests.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM545.
- 495-litre boot is 74 litres smaller.
- 11 kW AC charging is half the Audi’s 22 kW rate.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 582 km | 600 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 1,500 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | 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, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen |
| 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, e3 Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage 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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Q8 e-tron vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance and cabin equipment, with 1,140 hp, 2.7-second acceleration and ventilated massaging front seats. Choose the Audi Q8 e-tron instead if its RM545 annual road tax and 569-litre boot matter more than the Denza’s RM9,140 tax and 495 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM97,300 more than the Denza Z9 GT.
Which one charges faster?
The Denza Z9 GT has the higher DC charging rating at 1,500 kW versus 170 kW. The Audi Q8 e-tron is stronger for AC charging at 22 kW, compared with 11 kW for the Denza.