Verdict
For Malaysian households, the Denza D9 is the rational choice: it costs RM299,000 against the Denza Z9 GT’s RM368,690, carries seven rather than five, and its RM335 annual road tax is a fraction of RM9,140. The Z9 GT makes that RM69,690 gap count with 1,140 hp, a 600 km range and a claimed 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time. It is the far faster, longer-range car, but the D9’s MPV body, 3,110 mm wheelbase and captain seats suit people-moving duties far better.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if seven seats, rear captain-seat comfort and dramatically lower annual road tax matter more than outright pace.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp AWD performance, 600 km range and substantially faster DC charging in a five-seat wagon.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Motors and output: Denza D9 has 1 motor producing 308 hp and 360 Nm; Denza Z9 GT has 3 motors producing 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Battery and range: Denza D9 has a 103.36 kWh battery and 520 km range; Denza Z9 GT has a 122.49 kWh battery and 600 km range.
- DC charging: Denza D9 charges at 166 kW; Denza Z9 GT charges at 1,500 kW.
- Performance and drive: Denza D9 is FWD and does 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds; Denza Z9 GT is AWD and does it in 2.7 seconds.
- Practicality: Denza D9 has 7 seats and 410 litres of boot space; Denza Z9 GT has 5 seats and 495 litres of boot space.
D9
- Seven-seat MPV with second-row captain seats, ventilation, massage and ottoman support
- RM335 annual road tax
- Four rear cup holders and four rear USB-C ports
- 520 km range trails the Z9 GT’s 600 km
- 166 kW DC charging is far below the Z9 GT’s 1,500 kW figure
- 308 hp and 9.5-second 0-100 km/h performance are markedly behind
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- 600 km range from a 122.49 kWh battery
- Air suspension, V2L and a 20-speaker Devialet sound system
- Five seats versus the D9’s seven
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM335
- Costs RM69,690 more
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000✓ | RM368,690 |
| Body type | MPV | Wagon |
| Segment | D-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 520 km | 600 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | 1,500 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 495 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests |
| 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 | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, e3 Parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Rear Sliding Doors | All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM9,140 |
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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D9 vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying a family of seven and keeping road tax low. The Denza Z9 GT is better for performance, range and charging, with 1,140 hp, 600 km range and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM69,690 more than the Denza D9: RM368,690 versus RM299,000.
Which Denza has more seats?
The Denza D9 has seven seats, including second-row captain seats and a 60:40 split-folding third row. The Denza Z9 GT is a five-seat wagon with powered rear seats and extendable leg rests.