Denza D9 vs Mercedes-Benz GLB
Verdict
At RM299,000, the Denza D9 asks RM8,112 more than the RM290,888 Mercedes-Benz GLB, but it is a much larger 7-seater: 5,250 mm long with a 3,110 mm wheelbase and 410 litres of boot space. The GLB is shorter at 4,634 mm, has a 2,829 mm wheelbase and only 130 litres of boot space, but it is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 9.3 seconds versus 9.5 seconds and has RM100 road tax against RM335. The D9’s case is space, EV range and second-row comfort.
Pick the Denza D9 if you want the larger 7-seat cabin, 410-litre boot, 520 km EV range and second-row captain seats with ventilation, massage and ottoman support.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if you want the lower RM290,888 price, slightly quicker 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time, RM100 road tax and a smaller 7-seat SUV footprint.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888
- Powertrain output: Denza D9 308 hp/360 Nm electric motor; Mercedes-Benz GLB 161 hp/270 Nm 1.3-litre turbo petrol
- 0-100 km/h: Denza D9 9.5 seconds; Mercedes-Benz GLB 9.3 seconds
- Size: Denza D9 5,250 mm long/3,110 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz GLB 4,634 mm long/2,829 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLB 130 litres
- Road tax: Denza D9 RM335 per year; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM100 per year
D9
- Much larger body and wheelbase than the GLB
- 410-litre boot despite having seven seats
- 103.36 kWh LFP battery with 520 km EV range and up to 166 kW DC charging
- Costs RM8,112 more than the GLB
- Slightly slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.5 seconds versus 9.3 seconds
- Higher annual road tax: RM335 versus RM100
GLB
- Lower RM290,888 price
- Slightly quicker 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Has 6 front and 6 rear parking sensors, versus 4 front and 4 rear on the D9
- Far smaller boot: 130 litres versus 410 litres
- Lower output: 161 hp/270 Nm versus the D9’s 308 hp/360 Nm motor
- No adaptive cruise control or lane-keeping steering correction
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 299,000 | RM 290,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 207 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,555 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 130 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| 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 Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335 | RM 100✓ |
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 GLB FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Mercedes-Benz GLB better?
For space and rear-seat comfort, the Denza D9 is the stronger pick. It has a much larger body, 410-litre boot and second-row captain seats. The GLB suits buyers who prefer a smaller SUV and a lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 costs RM299,000, while the Mercedes-Benz GLB costs RM290,888. That makes the D9 RM8,112 more expensive.
Which is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB is slightly quicker, taking 9.3 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Denza D9 does the same run in 9.5 seconds, so the real-world gap is small.