Verdict
The BMW X5 costs RM470,800, RM10,861 more than the RM459,939 Denza B8, but brings CKD assembly, a much larger 650-litre boot and a 250 km/h top speed. The Denza answers with seven seats, 100 km of EV range from its 36.8 kWh battery and 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace versus 5.4 seconds. For Malaysian family duty, the B8’s RM439 annual road tax is far easier to swallow than the X5’s RM1,637, though its 147-litre boot demands compromise when all seats are occupied.
Pick the BMW X5 if you need a five-seat executive SUV with a 650-litre boot, adaptive air suspension and stronger long-distance practicality.
Pick the Denza B8 if seven seats, 100 km EV range, a six-year warranty and RM439 annual road tax matter more than boot space.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; Denza B8 RM459,939.
- Performance: BMW X5 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Denza B8 in 4.8 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: BMW X5 five seats and 650 litres; Denza B8 seven seats and 147 litres.
- Powertrain: BMW X5 308 hp and 540 Nm; Denza B8 670-hp twin motors and 760 Nm.
- Road tax per year: BMW X5 RM1,637; Denza B8 RM439.
- Warranty: BMW X5 two years with unlimited mileage; Denza B8 six years and 150,000 km.
X5
- 650-litre boot space
- Adaptive air suspension and adaptive LED headlamps
- 250 km/h top speed with eight-speed Steptronic
- Only five seats to the Denza B8’s seven
- RM1,198 higher annual road tax
- Two-year warranty versus six years
B8
- Seven seats with power-reclining, sliding and ventilated second row
- 36.8 kWh battery, 100 km EV range and 120 kW DC charging
- Faster 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time and lower RM439 road tax
- 147-litre boot is 503 litres smaller
- 3,305 kg weight is 1,065 kg higher
- 180 km/h top speed versus 250 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800 | RM459,939✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | — |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 192 hp |
| Torque | 540 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 670 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 760 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Eight-speed Steptronic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A, 1 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 17-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System (525W) | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 |
| 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-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km 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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X5 vs B8 FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or Denza B8 better?
The Denza B8 is the better family choice for seven seats, 100 km EV range and lower annual road tax. Choose the BMW X5 for its 650-litre boot, adaptive air suspension and 250 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X5 costs RM470,800 and the Denza B8 costs RM459,939, so the X5 is RM10,861 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty and charging capability?
The Denza B8 has a six-year, 150,000 km vehicle warranty, plus eight-year drivetrain and battery cover. It also supports 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging; charging figures are not stated for the BMW X5.