Verdict
For RM10,110 less, the Denza Z9 GT brings startling numbers: 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7 seconds to 100 km/h, plus a 3,125 mm wheelbase and air suspension. It is also a 5,180 mm-long wagon weighing 2,895 kg, so Malaysian parking bays and tight urban roads will demand more care. The BMW iX3 is the more compact 4,782 mm SUV, has a larger 520-litre boot and reaches 726 km on its 113.4-kWh battery. Its RM765 annual road tax, against RM9,140 for the Denza, is the decisive running-cost gap.
Pick the BMW iX3 if you want the longer 726 km range, 520-litre boot and far lower RM765 annual road tax in a shorter SUV.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp performance, a longer-wheelbase executive wagon and richer rear-seat hardware for RM10,110 less.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX3 RM378,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- EV range: BMW iX3 726 km; Denza Z9 GT 600 km.
- Performance: BMW iX3 463 hp, 645 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds; Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7 seconds.
- Annual road tax: BMW iX3 RM765; Denza Z9 GT RM9,140.
- Size: BMW iX3 is 4,782 mm long with a 2,897 mm wheelbase; Denza Z9 GT is 5,180 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: BMW iX3 520 litres; Denza Z9 GT 495 litres.
iX3
- 726 km EV range
- RM765 annual road tax
- 520-litre boot in a 4,782 mm SUV
- Much slower: 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h versus 2.7 seconds
- No air suspension or powered rear seats with leg rests
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus six years/150,000 km
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm
- DiSus-A dual-chamber air suspension
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and powered rear seats with extendable leg rests
- RM9,140 annual road tax
- 600 km range versus 726 km
- 5,180 mm length and 2,895 kg weight make it considerably larger and heavier
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM378,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM765✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 6th-generation BMW eDrive, 800V architecture | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 463 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 645 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 113.4 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 726 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 400 kW | 1,500 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.7 kW | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,782 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,897 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,285 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/35R22 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R22 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Hungary (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys (9J) | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys (9.5J) | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 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, with High-beam Assistant | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | M Sport Seats, Power Adjustable with Driver Memory | 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 | 3-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, with Climate Comfort Glazing | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 1 Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Ambient Light | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | Harman Kardon 13 Speakers (430W); 17.9" Central Display + 43.3" Panoramic Vision, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging | 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 & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Comfort Access) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parking Assistant Professional with Remote Control 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 | Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included; Drive Recorder and Remote Theft Recorder; Intelligent Personal Assistant | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | RM399,800 with 5-year extended warranty and service package | 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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iX3 vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW iX3 or Denza Z9 GT better?
The BMW iX3 suits buyers prioritising 726 km range, boot space and low annual road tax. The Denza Z9 GT is the better choice for outright pace, rear-seat equipment and air suspension, but its RM9,140 road tax is substantial.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690 and the BMW iX3 costs RM378,800, making the Denza RM10,110 cheaper.
Which charges faster?
The Denza Z9 GT has the higher stated DC charging rate at 1,500 kW against the BMW iX3’s 400 kW. The BMW has faster AC charging at 22 kW, compared with 11 kW for the Denza.