Verdict
At RM299,000, the Denza D9 costs RM29,800 less than the GWM Tank 500 and takes a very different route to seven-seat transport. Its 103.36-kWh battery, 520-km EV range and 410-litre boot suit long family duties if charging fits your routine. The Tank 500 is the choice for all-wheel drive, a 241-hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol-hybrid powertrain and a nine-speed automatic, but its 98-litre boot is far less useful with all seats in place. The D9 is also 180 mm longer and has a 260-mm longer wheelbase.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if you want a seven-seat MPV with 520 km of EV range, 410 litres of boot space and powered rear sliding doors for less money.
Tank 500
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need all-wheel drive, a 75-litre petrol tank, a 241-hp turbo-hybrid engine and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Powertrain: Denza D9 has a 308-hp, 360-Nm electric motor; GWM Tank 500 has a 241-hp, 380-Nm 1,998-cc turbo engine plus a 105-hp, 268-Nm motor.
- Battery and range: Denza D9 has a 103.36-kWh battery and 520-km EV range; GWM Tank 500 has a 1.75-kWh battery and no stated EV range.
- Driveline: Denza D9 is front-wheel drive; GWM Tank 500 is all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; GWM Tank 500 98 litres.
- Size: Denza D9 is 5,250 mm long with a 3,110-mm wheelbase; GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long with a 2,850-mm wheelbase.
D9
- 103.36-kWh battery, 520-km EV range and 166-kW DC charging.
- 410-litre boot and second-row captain seats with ventilation, massage and ottoman support.
- Powered rear sliding doors, 15.6-inch screen and 14-speaker Dynaudio audio.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 500's all-wheel drive.
- No full-size spare tyre, head-up display or front foglamps.
- 18-inch wheels versus the Tank 500's 20-inch wheels.
Tank 500
- All-wheel drive with a 241-hp turbo petrol-hybrid engine and nine-speed automatic.
- Full-size spare tyre, head-up display and electrically adjustable steering.
- Front seats get massage and ventilation; front and rear parking sensors total six each.
- RM29,800 pricier than the D9.
- Only 98 litres of boot space versus 410 litres.
- 1.75-kWh battery and no stated EV range, against the D9's 103.36 kWh and 520 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000✓ | RM328,800 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 241 hp |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh✓ | 1.75 kWh |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | — |
| V2L | 6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row 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 | Projector LED Headlights |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity 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 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 | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Rear Sliding 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 | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage 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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D9 vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Denza D9 is better for electric family transport: it has 520 km of stated EV range, 410 litres of boot space and powered sliding doors. Choose the Tank 500 for all-wheel drive, its petrol-hybrid powertrain and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The gap is RM29,800, with the Denza D9 costing less.
Which has the larger boot?
The Denza D9 has the larger boot by a wide margin: 410 litres versus 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. Both seat seven, so this matters if all rows are regularly occupied.