Verdict
At RM340,800, the BMW 5 Series costs RM27,890 less than the RM368,690 Denza Z9 GT and its RM379 annual road tax is dramatically easier to absorb than RM9,140. It remains the rational executive sedan, with local CKD assembly, a 490-litre boot and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time. But the Denza is far more than a little quicker: its three motors produce 1,140 hp and reach 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, while adding 600 km EV range, all-wheel drive and a roomier five-door body.
Pick the BMW 5 Series if lower upfront cost and RM379 yearly road tax matter more than EV performance and rear-seat luxuries.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp, 600 km EV range, all-wheel drive and a much richer passenger cabin.
Key differences
- Price: BMW 5 Series RM340,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690
- Annual road tax: BMW 5 Series RM379; Denza Z9 GT RM9,140
- 0-100 km/h: BMW 5 Series 7.5 seconds; Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds
- Power: BMW 5 Series 208 hp and 330 Nm; Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm
- Wheelbase: BMW 5 Series 2,900 mm; Denza Z9 GT 3,125 mm
- Boot space: BMW 5 Series 490 litres; Denza Z9 GT 495 litres
5 Series
- RM27,890 lower purchase price
- RM379 annual road tax
- Malaysia CKD assembly and unlimited-mileage warranty
- 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Denza's 2.7 seconds
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- No panoramic sunroof, air suspension or powered rear seats
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm three-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain
- 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km range
- Air suspension, powered rear seats with leg rests, and front-seat ventilation and massage
- RM27,890 higher purchase price
- RM9,140 annual road tax
- 2,895 kg kerb weight
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM340,800✓ | RM368,690 |
| Body type | Sedan | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing and mild hybrid assistance | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 1,140 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 1,210 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 122.49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 1,500 kW |
| V2L | — | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 495 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45R19 | 225/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Style-934 Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, 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 | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 12-Speaker Harman Kardon 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Active Lane keeping assistant and Stop & Go function | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree 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 Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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5 Series vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW 5 Series or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance, EV range and rear-seat equipment, with 1,140 hp, 600 km range and powered rear seats. The BMW 5 Series is the better cost-conscious choice thanks to its lower price and RM379 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM27,890 more than the BMW 5 Series. The BMW is RM340,800, while the Denza is RM368,690.
Which has the lower running tax in Malaysia?
The BMW 5 Series does. Its annual road tax is RM379, compared with RM9,140 for the Denza Z9 GT, a difference of RM8,761 per year.