Verdict
At RM459,939, the seven-seat Denza B8 costs RM16,051 more than the RM443,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class. The Denza brings a 36.8-kWh battery, 100 km EV range and a much longer 6-year/150,000-km warranty, useful for buyers who can charge regularly and need three rows. But the AMG C-Class is the sharper straight-line choice: 402 hp, 500 Nm and 4.6 seconds to 100 km/h against the Denza’s 192 hp, 350 Nm and 4.8 seconds. Its 455-litre boot also beats the Denza’s 147 litres.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 100 km of EV range and a 6-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
AMG C-Class
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class if you want 402 hp, a 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time and a 455-litre boot in a five-seat sedan.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class RM443,888.
- Performance: Denza B8 192 hp, 350 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class 402 hp, 500 Nm and 4.6 seconds.
- Electric capability: Denza B8 has a 36.8-kWh LFP battery and 100 km EV range; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has no EV range figure.
- Seating and boot space: Denza B8 has 7 seats and a 147-litre boot; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has 5 seats and a 455-litre boot.
- Warranty: Denza B8 gets 6 years/150,000 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class gets 4 years with unlimited mileage.
- Size: Denza B8 is 5,195 mm long and 1,994 mm wide; Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is 4,751 mm long and 1,820 mm wide.
B8
- Seven seats with a power-reclining, sliding second row and split-folding third row.
- 36.8-kWh LFP battery, 100 km EV range, 11-kW AC and 120-kW DC charging.
- 6-year/150,000-km warranty plus 8-year battery and drivetrain cover.
- RM16,051 dearer than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
- 147-litre boot is 308 litres smaller.
- 192 hp and 350 Nm trail the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class’s 402 hp and 500 Nm.
AMG C-Class
- 402 hp, 500 Nm, 4.6-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed.
- 455-litre boot is substantially larger than the Denza B8’s.
- CKD in Malaysia, with AMG Ride Control adaptive dampers and cross-drilled front brake discs.
- Only five seats versus the Denza B8’s seven.
- 4-year manufacturer warranty is two years shorter.
- No listed EV range, while the Denza B8 covers 100 km electrically.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 459,939 | RM 443,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 402 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 & 405✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 & 400 | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 100 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,751 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 455 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 245/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/35R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated and Cross Drilled Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | AMG Ride Control - Adaptive Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row 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 |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Digital Light 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 Settings |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 4x Front USB-C, 1x Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Side Opening Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 380✓ |
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 AMG C-Class FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class better?
The Denza B8 is better for seven occupants and regular plug-in driving, with 100 km EV range. The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class is better for performance and luggage space, producing 402 hp and carrying 455 litres in its boot.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM16,051 more than the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class.
Which is more practical for a large family?
The Denza B8 is the clear choice for a large family because it has seven seats, a sliding and reclining second row, and a split-folding third row. The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class has five seats, but its 455-litre boot is larger.