Denza D9 vs Xpeng X9
Verdict
When comparing the Denza D9 and Xpeng X9, the D9 is priced at RM 299,000, slightly higher than the X9's RM 281,073. The D9 offers a robust EV range of 520 km, while the X9 edges out with 535 km. However, the D9 has a more powerful output at 308 hp compared to the X9's 315 hp, but it takes longer to reach 100 km/h at 9.5 seconds versus the X9's 8.2 seconds. For Malaysian buyers, the choice hinges on whether they prefer a more spacious boot or a quicker acceleration.
Pick the D9 if you value a more powerful battery and longer warranty.
Pick the X9 if you prefer quicker acceleration and larger boot space.
Key differences
- Price: RM 299,000 (D9) | RM 281,073 (X9)
- Power: 308 hp (D9) | 315 hp (X9)
- 0–100 km/h: 9.5 s (D9) | 8.2 s (X9)
- EV range: 520 km (D9) | 535 km (X9)
- Boot space: 410 L (D9) | 721 L (X9)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 299,000 | RM 281,073✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Engine | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 308 hp | 315 hp✓ |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.5 s | 8.2 s✓ |
| Top speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 103.4 kWh✓ | 94.8 kWh |
| EV range | 520 km | 535 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Boot space | 410 L | 721 L✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 | 9✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6✓ | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 365 |
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
- Longer EV range of 520 km
- More powerful output at 308 hp
- Longer warranty of 6 years
- Higher price at RM 299,000
- Smaller boot space at 410 L
X9
- Faster acceleration at 8.2 s
- Larger boot space at 721 L
- Lower price at RM 281,073
- Slightly shorter EV range of 535 km
- Less powerful output at 315 hp
D9 vs X9 FAQ
Is the D9 or X9 better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the D9 offers a longer warranty and range, while the X9 provides quicker acceleration and more boot space.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 is priced at RM 299,000, while the Xpeng X9 is RM 281,073, making the D9 RM 17,927 more expensive.
Which model has better safety features?
The X9 has one more airbag (9 total) compared to the D9's 8, offering slightly enhanced safety in that regard.