Verdict
The Denza B8 costs RM149,061 less at RM459,939, yet its two motors produce 670 hp and 760 Nm, delivering 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds against the Cayenne’s 5.7 seconds. Its 36.8-kWh battery gives a stated 100 km EV range and accepts 11 kW AC or 120 kW DC charging, while seven seats, rear ventilation and a panoramic sunroof suit family duty. The Porsche counters with a vastly more useful 772-litre boot, 248 km/h top speed and Malaysian CKD assembly. Its RM1,632 annual road tax is also RM1,193 higher than the B8’s RM439.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 100 km of stated EV range and quicker 4.8-second acceleration for substantially less money.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if a 772-litre boot, 248 km/h top speed, air suspension and a five-seat layout matter more than price and running tax.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Acceleration: Denza B8 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds; Porsche Cayenne in 5.7 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: Denza B8 has 7 seats and 147 litres; Porsche Cayenne has 5 seats and 772 litres.
- Powertrain: Denza B8 has two motors rated at 670 hp and 760 Nm plus a 36.8-kWh battery; Porsche Cayenne has a 2,995 cc petrol engine with 348 hp and 500 Nm.
- Top speed: Denza B8 180 km/h; Porsche Cayenne 248 km/h.
- Road tax: Denza B8 RM439 per year; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632 per year.
B8
- Seven seats with ventilated second-row seating and a third row.
- 670 hp, 760 Nm and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 100 km EV range with 120 kW DC charging.
- 147-litre boot is far smaller than the Cayenne’s 772 litres.
- At 3,305 kg, it is 1,175 kg heavier than the Cayenne.
- 180 km/h top speed trails the Cayenne’s 248 km/h.
Cayenne
- 772-litre boot is 625 litres larger than the B8’s.
- 248 km/h top speed and 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels.
- Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension, auto parking and navigation.
- RM609,000 price is RM149,061 higher than the B8’s.
- RM1,632 annual road tax is RM1,193 higher.
- Five seats versus the B8’s seven.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939✓ | RM609,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 348 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 100 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 5.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front 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 | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| 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 | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround 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 | Push Start 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 with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| 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 Cayenne FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Porsche Cayenne better?
The Denza B8 is the stronger family and electrified choice, with seven seats, 100 km EV range and quicker 4.8-second acceleration. Choose the Porsche Cayenne for its 772-litre boot, 248 km/h top speed and adaptive air suspension.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Cayenne costs RM149,061 more than the Denza B8: RM609,000 versus RM459,939. Its annual road tax is also RM1,193 higher, at RM1,632 against RM439.
Which one has more practical luggage space?
The Porsche Cayenne has the larger boot at 772 litres, compared with 147 litres for the Denza B8. The B8 instead provides two extra seats, carrying seven occupants to the Cayenne’s five.