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.
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.
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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | — |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 523 hp | — |
| Torque | 650 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| 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 | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | 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 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 | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 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 | Map Lights and 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, 16-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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| 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 360-degree Camera | 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 | — | 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113✓ | RM9,140 |
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.
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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.