Verdict
The Denza D9 costs RM299,000 to the Toyota Harrier’s RM289,000, but the RM10,000 gap brings two extra seats, a 103.36-kWh battery with 520 km of EV range and a 410-litre boot. Its 308-hp motor also makes this a very different proposition from the Harrier’s petrol-hybrid setup. The Harrier is 510 mm shorter and its RM830 annual road tax is higher than the D9’s RM335, yet its 55-litre fuel tank suits buyers who do not want to plan charging. For seven-seat family duty, the D9 is the clear pick.
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, 520 km of electric range and properly equipped second-row captain’s chairs.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want a five-seat SUV that is 510 mm shorter and uses a petrol-hybrid powertrain.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seats: Denza D9 seven; Toyota Harrier five.
- EV system: Denza D9 103.36-kWh battery and 520 km range; Toyota Harrier petrol-hybrid with a 55-litre fuel tank.
- Length: Denza D9 5,250 mm; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm.
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
- Annual road tax: Denza D9 RM335; Toyota Harrier RM830.
D9
- Seven seats and 410-litre boot
- 103.36-kWh battery with 520 km EV range
- Ventilated, massaging second-row captain’s chairs
- 5,250-mm length is 510 mm longer than the Harrier
- No listed tyre-pressure monitoring system or rear cross-traffic alert with braking
- Six-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km, versus the Harrier’s unlimited-mileage five-year cover
Harrier
- RM10,000 lower purchase price
- 4,740-mm body is easier to accommodate than the D9’s 5,250 mm
- Gets tyre-pressure monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert with braking
- Five seats versus the D9’s seven
- 396-litre boot is 14 litres smaller
- Rear occupants get air-con vents rather than the D9’s single-zone automatic rear climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | 202 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | — |
| V2L | 6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 396 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector |
| 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 | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| 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, Manual Recline |
| 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 | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell 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 | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Toyota Harrier better?
The Denza D9 is better for a larger family: it has seven seats, a 410-litre boot and 520 km of EV range. The Toyota Harrier suits buyers who need only five seats and prefer a 4,740-mm petrol-hybrid SUV.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 costs RM10,000 more than the Toyota Harrier. That extra spend brings seven seats instead of five, a 103.36-kWh battery, 520 km EV range and a 14-litre larger boot.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The Denza D9 has lower annual road tax at RM335, compared with RM830 for the Toyota Harrier. The D9 is electric, while the Harrier uses a 2,487-cc petrol-hybrid powertrain.