Verdict
At RM425,800 against RM368,690, the BMW iX costs RM57,110 more, yet its 602-km range only edges the Denza Z9 GT’s 600 km. The Denza brings a 122.49-kWh battery, 1,140 hp and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, while its 1,500-kW DC figure dwarfs the BMW’s 175 kW. But Malaysian annual road tax is RM9,140 versus RM545, a serious recurring cost. Pick the Denza for performance and rear-seat equipment; the iX is the more manageable SUV with marginally more boot space and dramatically lower road tax.
iX
Pick the BMW iX if you want an SUV with 602 km of range, a 500-litre boot and RM545 annual road tax rather than the Denza’s RM9,140.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp, 2.7-second 0-100 km/h pace, 1,500-kW DC charging and far richer rear-seat accommodation for less upfront money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX RM545; Denza Z9 GT RM9,140.
- Motor output: BMW iX 402 hp and 700 Nm; Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Acceleration: BMW iX 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds; Denza Z9 GT in 2.7 seconds.
- Battery and range: BMW iX 100.6 kWh and 602 km; Denza Z9 GT 122.49 kWh and 600 km.
- DC charging: BMW iX 175 kW; Denza Z9 GT 1,500 kW.
iX
- RM545 annual road tax versus RM9,140.
- 602-km range, 2 km ahead of the Denza.
- 500-litre boot, 5 litres larger than the Denza’s.
- RM57,110 higher purchase price.
- 402 hp and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h are well behind the Denza’s 1,140 hp and 2.7 seconds.
- 175-kW DC charging and 22-kW AC charging versus the Denza’s 1,500 kW DC rate.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 1,500-kW DC charging, 122.49-kWh battery and 4-kW V2L.
- Ventilated, memory and massaging front seats; powered rear seats with leg rests.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM545 for the BMW.
- 5,180-mm length and 2,895-kg weight versus the BMW’s 4,965 mm and 2,525 kg.
- 11-kW AC charging versus the BMW’s 22 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 1,500 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour 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 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 | Manual For Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 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 Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | Intelligent Personal Assistant; Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 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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iX vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance, DC charging, battery capacity and rear-seat equipment. The BMW iX is the more sensible choice if RM545 annual road tax, a 500-litre boot and a shorter 4,965-mm SUV body matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM57,110 less than the BMW iX.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The BMW iX has far lower annual road tax at RM545. The Denza Z9 GT is RM9,140 per year, a difference of RM8,595 annually.