Denza B8 vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
Verdict
The Denza B8 is the bigger family play: seven seats, a 5,195 mm body and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time make it the quicker and more passenger-focused SUV here. The Mercedes-Benz GLE counters with the better everyday cargo number, at 490 litres versus 147 litres, plus a longer 114 km EV range and 210 km/h top speed. Both are all-wheel-drive petrol plug-in hybrid executive SUVs. For Malaysia, this is space and pace against luggage room, EV reach and badge-familiar CKD packaging.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, stronger 0-100 km/h performance and a longer 6-year warranty for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLE if you want the larger boot, longer EV range and higher top speed, and five seats are enough.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Mercedes-Benz GLE RM498,888
- Seats: Denza B8 7; Mercedes-Benz GLE 5
- 0-100 km/h: Denza B8 4.8 s; Mercedes-Benz GLE 6.1 s
- EV range: Denza B8 100 km; Mercedes-Benz GLE 114 km
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 L; Mercedes-Benz GLE 490 L
- Warranty: Denza B8 6 years; Mercedes-Benz GLE 4 years
B8
- Seven-seat cabin
- Quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h
- Larger 36.8 kWh battery
- Small 147-litre boot figure
- Shorter 100 km EV range
- Lower 180 km/h top speed
GLE
- Longer 114 km EV range
- Much larger 490-litre boot
- Higher 210 km/h top speed
- Five seats only
- Slower 6.1-second 0-100 km/h
- Costs RM38,949 more
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 459,939✓ | RM 498,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with PHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 248 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 268 & 405✓ | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 & 400 | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh✓ | 31 kWh |
| EV Range | 100 km | 114 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 6.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,924 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,947 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,772 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,995 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 490 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 315/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Cross-drilled Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | Airmatic with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) |
| 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, Driver's Knee |
| 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 two rear passenger 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade & Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 12.3" MBUX Multimedia with 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 440 |
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.
B8 vs GLE FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Mercedes-Benz GLE better?
The Denza B8 is better for seven-seat use and acceleration. The Mercedes-Benz GLE is better for boot space, EV range and top speed. The right pick depends on whether passenger capacity or daily luggage space matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE costs RM498,888, while the Denza B8 costs RM459,939. That makes the GLE RM38,949 dearer.
Which has the longer electric range?
The Mercedes-Benz GLE has the longer EV range at 114 km, compared with 100 km for the Denza B8.