Denza D9 vs Mazda 6 Grand Touring
Verdict
The Denza D9 is the bigger family mover: seven seats, a 5,250 mm body, 3,110 mm wheelbase and 520 km EV range. It costs RM299,000, while the Mazda 6 Grand Touring is RM230,848, so the gap is RM68,152. The Mazda counters with wagon practicality, a larger 522-litre boot, quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time and a 218 km/h top speed. For a Malaysian buyer, this is not subtle: pay more for space, seats and electric running, or spend less for a lower, quicker petrol wagon.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, MPV space and a 103.4 kWh battery with 520 km of EV range.
6 Grand Touring
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you want the lower RM230,848 price, five-seat wagon packaging and quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM230,848
- Seats and body: Denza D9 7-seat MPV; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 5-seat wagon
- Powertrain: Denza D9 electric single motor, 308 hp; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 2,488 cc petrol, 185 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Denza D9 9.5 seconds; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 8.2 seconds
- Size: Denza D9 5,250 mm long, 3,110 mm wheelbase; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 4,800 mm long, 2,750 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 522 litres
D9
- Seven seats versus the Mazda’s five
- 103.4 kWh battery with 520 km EV range
- 308 hp, eight airbags and six-year warranty
- RM68,152 dearer to buy
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- 410-litre boot is smaller than the Mazda’s 522 litres
6 Grand Touring
- Lower RM230,848 price
- Quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- 522-litre boot and 62-litre fuel tank
- Only five seats
- 185 hp is well down on the Denza’s 308 hp
- RM868 yearly road tax versus RM335 for the Denza
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 299,000 | RM 230,848✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Wagon |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 185 hp |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 218 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,506 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | Front, tilt and slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers |
| 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Rear Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 868 |
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.
D9 vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Mazda 6 Grand Touring better?
The Denza D9 is better for seven-seat family use and EV range. The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is better if you want a cheaper, quicker five-seat wagon with a bigger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 costs RM299,000 and the Mazda 6 Grand Touring costs RM230,848, so the Denza is RM68,152 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring has more boot space at 522 litres. The Denza D9 has 410 litres, though it counters with seven seats and a much larger MPV body.