Verdict
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM898,800, some RM530,110 more than the RM368,690 Denza Z9 GT, yet it is the smaller, 970-kg lighter wagon with a 250 km/h top speed and a marginally larger 500-litre boot. The Denza answers with startling numbers: three motors produce 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm for 2.7-second 0-100 km/h, plus a 122.49-kWh battery rated for 600 km. For Malaysian running costs, however, its RM9,140 annual road tax is RM7,027 higher. The Denza is the richer long-distance EV; the M3 is the more manageable petrol performance wagon.
M3 Touring
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if you want the 4,801-mm-long, 1,925-kg wagon, a 250 km/h top speed and lower RM2,113 annual road tax.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if 2.7-second acceleration, 600 km EV range and a far lower purchase price matter more than its RM9,140 yearly road tax.
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 and top speed: BMW 3.6 seconds and 250 km/h; Denza 2.7 seconds and 240 km/h.
- Dimensions and weight: BMW 4,801 mm long and 1,925 kg; Denza 5,180 mm long and 2,895 kg.
- Boot space and annual road tax: BMW 500 litres and RM2,113; Denza 495 litres and RM9,140.
- Energy storage: BMW has a 59-litre petrol tank; Denza has a 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km range.
M3 Touring
- 970 kg lighter than the Denza Z9 GT.
- 250 km/h top speed, 10 km/h higher.
- 500-litre boot and RM2,113 annual road tax.
- Costs RM530,110 more.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 3.6 seconds versus 2.7 seconds.
- Has 523 hp and 650 Nm, well below the Denza's 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
Z9 GT
- 2.7-second 0-100 km/h from three motors.
- 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km range.
- Ventilated, memory and massaging front seats plus powered rear seats with leg rests.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM2,113.
- 970 kg heavier and 379 mm longer.
- 495-litre boot is 5 litres smaller, while top speed is 240 km/h versus 250 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | Wagon |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| 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 |
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 choice for outright acceleration, EV range and cabin equipment. Choose the BMW M3 Touring if a much lighter, shorter wagon, higher top speed and lower annual road tax matter more.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM530,110 more than the Denza Z9 GT.
Which is cheaper to tax annually in Malaysia?
The BMW M3 Touring is cheaper to tax at RM2,113 per year. The Denza Z9 GT's annual road tax is RM9,140, a RM7,027 difference.