Verdict
The RM91,271-cheaper Kia EV9 is the clearer family EV: its 99.8-kWh battery claims 505 km of range, it can DC-charge at 350 kW and its 333-litre boot is far more useful behind all seven seats. The Denza B8 is a plug-in hybrid with only 100 km of EV range, but its two motors produce 670 hp and 760 Nm, delivering 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Pick the B8 for outright shove, a full-size spare and its 91.5-litre fuel tank; pick the EV9 for electric touring and everyday luggage space.
Pick the Denza B8 if you want 670 hp, a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time, powered doors and plug-in hybrid flexibility.
Pick the Kia EV9 if you want to spend RM91,271 less for 505 km of EV range, 350 kW DC charging and a 333-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Kia EV9 RM368,668.
- Battery and EV range: Denza B8 36.8 kWh and 100 km; Kia EV9 99.8 kWh and 505 km.
- DC charging: Denza B8 120 kW; Kia EV9 350 kW.
- Motor output: Denza B8 670 hp and 760 Nm; Kia EV9 380 hp and 700 Nm.
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 litres; Kia EV9 333 litres.
- Wheelbase: Denza B8 2,920 mm; Kia EV9 3,100 mm.
B8
- 670 hp and 760 Nm from two motors
- 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds
- Full-size spare, powered doors and six-year vehicle warranty
- Costs RM91,271 more
- 100 km EV range versus the EV9's 505 km
- 147-litre boot and 120 kW DC charging trail the EV9
EV9
- RM368,668 price
- 505 km EV range with 350 kW DC charging
- 333-litre boot, V2L and remote parking assist
- Lower motor output at 380 hp and 700 Nm
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus the B8's six years
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM368,668✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM515 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | E-GMP platform, 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | — |
| Torque | 350 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp✓ | 380 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm✓ | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | 99.8 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 100 km | 505 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | 350 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 3,100 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,648 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 333 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) with FlexSteer adjustment (Comfort/Normal/Sport) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Automatic For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row Seats | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats in Second and Third Row |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory and Massage Settings, Heating |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with 3rd Row Air Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 2 Sockets, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof and Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 14-speaker Meridian Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side 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 with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Surround View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Remote Parking Assist |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 years/160,000 km for EV battery |
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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B8 vs EV9 FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Kia EV9 better?
The Kia EV9 is the better choice for most buyers because it costs RM91,271 less, travels 505 km on electricity and has a 333-litre boot. Choose the Denza B8 if its 670 hp output and plug-in hybrid fuel backup matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM459,939 and the Kia EV9 costs RM368,668, so the B8 is RM91,271 more expensive.
Which is better for long-distance electric travel?
The Kia EV9 is decisively better for electric road trips. Its 99.8-kWh battery delivers 505 km of claimed EV range and accepts 350 kW DC charging, against the Denza B8's 36.8 kWh, 100 km and 120 kW.