Verdict
At RM459,939, the Denza B8 costs RM34,051 more than the RM425,888 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe, but brings seven seats, 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace and 120 kW DC charging. Its 36.8 kWh battery is larger, yet its claimed EV range is 100 km, against the GLC Coupe’s 131 km from 31.2 kWh. The Denza is a much larger 5,195 mm-long SUV, though its 147-litre boot is restrictive. The Mercedes is the better five-seat luggage carrier, with 545 litres, and its 246 km/h top speed is far higher.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 120 kW DC charging and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
GLC Coupe
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe if five seats suffice and you want 131 km of EV range plus a 545-litre boot for RM34,051 less.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe RM425,888.
- Seating and boot space: Denza B8 7 seats and 147 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 5 seats and 545 litres.
- EV range and battery: Denza B8 100 km from 36.8 kWh; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 131 km from 31.2 kWh.
- Performance: Denza B8 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and 180 km/h; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 6.3 seconds and 246 km/h.
- Size and weight: Denza B8 5,195 mm long and 3,305 kg; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe 4,763 mm and 1,945 kg.
- DC charging: Denza B8 120 kW; Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe no DC charging rate stated.
B8
- Seven seats with a sliding, reclining second row and third row
- 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time and dual motors
- 120 kW DC charging, plus 6-year/150,000 km warranty
- RM34,051 more expensive
- 100 km EV range versus 131 km
- 147-litre boot versus 545 litres
GLC Coupe
- 131 km EV range from a 31.2 kWh battery
- 545-litre boot and lower RM425,888 price
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps with Digital Light matrix high beam
- Only five seats to the Denza B8's seven
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.8 seconds
- No DC charging rate stated, against the Denza B8's 120 kW
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM425,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Plug-in Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp✓ | 127 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm✓ | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh✓ | 31.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 100 km | 131 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 246 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 1,945 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | Driver and Passenger, Driver's 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 for 2 Outer 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 | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam (Digital Light with Projection Function) |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Yes |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| 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 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 | Side Opening Boot | Powered Boot with Hands-free Access |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — |
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 GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe better?
The Denza B8 is better for seven-seat duty, faster acceleration and DC charging. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe is better for five occupants carrying luggage, with a 545-litre boot and 131 km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM34,051 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe: RM459,939 versus RM425,888.
Which one charges faster?
The Denza B8 is the clearer choice for rapid charging, with an 11 kW AC rate and 120 kW DC rate. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe also lists 11 kW AC charging, but no DC charging rate.