Car Buyer's Guide

BMW M3 Touring vs Denza Z9 GT

BMW M3 Touring

BMW M3 Touring

Competition M xDrive

Verdict

The BMW M3 Touring is the focused petrol choice: its 523 hp 3.0-litre twin-turbo six, 8-speed automatic, Adaptive M Suspension and M Sport Differential come with a 250 km/h top speed. But at RM898,800, it costs RM530,110 more than the Denza Z9 GT. The Denza counters with 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a 122.49-kWh battery rated for 600 km. Its RM9,140 annual road tax is the catch, against RM2,113 for the BMW.

M3 Touring

Pick the BMW M3 Touring if you want the lighter 1,925-kg petrol wagon, 250 km/h top speed and M-specific chassis hardware.

Z9 GT

Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want far stronger on-paper acceleration, a 600-km EV range and a much lower purchase price.

Key differences

  • Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
  • Power and torque: BMW 523 hp and 650 Nm; Denza 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
  • 0-100 km/h: BMW 3.6 seconds; Denza 2.7 seconds.
  • Dimensions: BMW 4,801 mm long with a 2,857-mm wheelbase; Denza 5,180 mm long with a 3,125-mm wheelbase.
  • Kerb weight: BMW 1,925 kg; Denza 2,895 kg.
  • Annual road tax: BMW RM2,113; Denza RM9,140.

M3 Touring

  • 250 km/h top speed, versus 240 km/h.
  • Adaptive M Suspension and M Sport Differential.
  • 500-litre boot, 5 litres larger than the Denza's.
  • RM530,110 dearer to buy.
  • 523 hp and 650 Nm trail the Denza's 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
  • Two-year manufacturer warranty trails the Denza's six years.

Z9 GT

  • 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
  • 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km rated range, 1,500-kW DC charging and 4-kW V2L.
  • Air suspension, ventilated and massaging front seats, powered rear seats and front/rear fridges.
  • RM9,140 annual road tax is RM7,027 higher.
  • 970 kg heavier than the BMW.
  • 240 km/h top speed is 10 km/h lower than the BMW's.
Price & overview
PriceRM898,800RM368,690
Body typeWagonWagon
SegmentCompact ExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift
Capacity2,993 cc
Horsepower523 hp
Torque650 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Number of Motors3
Motor Horsepower1,140 hp
Motor Torque1,210 Nm
Battery Capacity122.49 kWh
EV Range600 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)1,500 kW
V2L4 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticSingle Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission
Gears8
Transmission ManufacturerZF
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h3.6 seconds2.7 seconds
Top Speed250 km/h240 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,801 mm5,180 mm
Width1,903 mm1,990 mm
Height1,446 mm1,490 mm
Wheelbase2,857 mm3,125 mm
Weight1,925 kg2,895 kg
Fuel Tank59 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space500 litres495 litres
Front Tyre275/35R19225/45R20
Rear Tyre295/30R20225/45R20
Spare TyreTyre Repair Kit
Factory TyresMichelin Pilot Sport 4 SContinental EcoContact 7
Chassis
AssemblyGermany (CBU)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesDouble Wishbones with Air Suspension
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link with Air Suspension
Front Wheels19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour20" Y-spoke Alloys
Rear Wheels20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour20" Y-spoke Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAdaptive M Suspension, M Sport DifferentialDiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsElectric for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger SeatsAvailable on Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsAdaptive LED Projectors with High Beam AssistLED Projectors
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory FunctionPowered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-foldingPowered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Sunroof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights, Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadeSunroof Shade
Audio14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationPowered BootPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Front6 Sensors6 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear6 Sensors6 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes, 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYesYes, e3 Parking
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorAll Doors
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience NotesFront and Rear Fridges
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited150,000 km
Warranty Mileage ExtendedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer2 years6 years
Warranty Extended5 years
Warranty Notes8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM2,113RM9,140

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.

M3 Touring vs Z9 GT FAQ

Is the BMW M3 Touring or Denza Z9 GT better?

The Denza Z9 GT is the stronger value and performance case on paper, costing RM368,690 while delivering 1,140 hp and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration. Choose the BMW M3 Touring for its lighter 1,925-kg weight, M chassis hardware and 250 km/h top speed.

What is the price difference?

The BMW M3 Touring costs RM898,800 and the Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690, so the BMW is RM530,110 more expensive.

Which has lower annual road tax and longer warranty?

The BMW has lower annual road tax at RM2,113 versus RM9,140 for the Denza. The Denza has the longer manufacturer warranty at six years or 150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000-km drivetrain and high-voltage battery warranty.

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