Verdict
At RM470,800, the BMW X5 asks RM102,110 more than the RM368,690 Denza Z9 GT, yet the Denza brings 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time against 308 hp, 540 Nm and 5.4 seconds. Its 122.49-kWh battery has a 600-km EV range, but annual road tax is RM9,140 versus RM1,637. The X5 is the more practical load carrier with a 650-litre boot, 155 litres ahead, and its 250-km/h top speed edges the Denza’s 240 km/h. Charging access and luggage priority should decide this one.
X5
Pick the BMW X5 if you need the larger 650-litre boot, lower RM1,637 annual road tax and a five-seat SUV body.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp, a 600-km EV range and much more rear-seat and front-seat equipment for less money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW X5 RM470,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Performance: BMW X5 has 308 hp, 540 Nm and does 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds; Denza Z9 GT has 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and does it in 2.7 seconds.
- Running tax: BMW X5 road tax is RM1,637 per year; Denza Z9 GT road tax is RM9,140 per year.
- Luggage space: BMW X5 boot holds 650 litres; Denza Z9 GT holds 495 litres.
- Size and weight: BMW X5 is 4,935 mm long and 2,240 kg; Denza Z9 GT is 5,180 mm long and 2,895 kg.
- Warranty: BMW X5 has two years/unlimited mileage plus a five-year extended warranty; Denza Z9 GT has six years/150,000 km plus eight years/160,000 km for the…
X5
- 650-litre boot is 155 litres larger.
- RM1,637 annual road tax is far lower.
- 250-km/h top speed and adaptive LED headlights.
- Costs RM102,110 more.
- 0-100 km/h takes 5.4 seconds versus 2.7 seconds.
- Front seats lack the Denza’s ventilation and massage functions.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm from three motors.
- 122.49-kWh battery, 600-km range and 1,500-kW DC charging rate.
- Ventilated, memory and massaging front seats, powered rear seats and front/rear fridges.
- RM9,140 annual road tax is RM7,503 higher.
- 495-litre boot is smaller than the X5’s 650 litres.
- At 2,895 kg, it is 655 kg heavier than the X5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM470,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,637✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, Turbochaged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Capacity | 2,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Torque | 540 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 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 | Eight-speed Steptronic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,935 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,765 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,975 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,240 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 83 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 650 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 315/35R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 SSR Run-flats | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Style 915M Light Alloy Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear 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 | Adaptive LED headlights with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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 | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 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 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 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 | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | 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.
Used X5 & Z9 GT for sale
X5 vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW X5 or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza Z9 GT is stronger on performance, EV range and cabin equipment, while the BMW X5 has the larger boot, lower annual road tax and a 250-km/h top speed. Pick based on charging access and how often you carry bulky luggage.
What is the price difference?
The BMW X5 costs RM102,110 more than the Denza Z9 GT.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The Denza Z9 GT has the longer standard vehicle warranty at six years or 150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000-km drivetrain and high-voltage battery warranty. The BMW X5 has two years/unlimited mileage and a five-year extended warranty.