Verdict
At RM368,690, the Denza Z9 GT costs RM31,210 less yet brings 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time against the Type R’s 315 hp, 420 Nm and 5.5 seconds. It is also a far roomier five-seater, with a 495-litre boot and 600 km EV range. But Malaysian ownership maths are not one-sided: its RM9,140 annual road tax is RM8,762 more than the Honda’s RM378, and the 2,895 kg wagon is 1,472 kg heavier. The Type R remains the lighter, manual-driving choice and reaches 272 km/h.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want extreme EV acceleration, five seats, a 495-litre boot and 600 km of quoted range for less upfront money.
Pick the Honda Civic Type R if you want a 1,423 kg front-wheel-drive hatch with a six-speed manual, 272 km/h top speed and vastly lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Honda Civic Type R RM399,900.
- Power and torque: Denza Z9 GT has 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Honda Civic Type R has 315 hp and 420 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Honda Civic Type R 5.5 seconds.
- Road tax per year: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Honda Civic Type R RM378.
- Weight: Denza Z9 GT 2,895 kg; Honda Civic Type R 1,423 kg.
- Boot space and seating: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres and five seats; Honda Civic Type R 410 litres and four seats.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 600 km EV range from a 122.49 kWh battery.
- Five seats, 495-litre boot, rear air-con and powered rear seats with leg rests.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM378 for the Honda.
- 2,895 kg kerb weight versus 1,423 kg.
- 240 km/h top speed versus 272 km/h.
Civic Type R
- Six-speed manual and 1,423 kg weight.
- RM378 annual road tax.
- 272 km/h top speed and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tyres.
- 315 hp and 420 Nm versus the Denza’s 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.7 seconds.
- Four seats and a 410-litre boot versus five seats and 495 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM399,900 |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM378✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,593 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,734 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,423 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-A |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and 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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Z9 GT vs Civic Type R FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Honda Civic Type R better?
The Denza Z9 GT is the stronger all-round practical choice: it is cheaper, has five seats, a larger 495-litre boot and vastly quicker 2.7-second acceleration. Choose the Civic Type R for its six-speed manual, much lower RM378 road tax and 1,423 kg weight.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690 and the Honda Civic Type R costs RM399,900, so the Denza is RM31,210 cheaper.
Which has lower running tax, the Denza Z9 GT or Honda Civic Type R?
The Honda Civic Type R has far lower annual road tax at RM378, compared with RM9,140 for the Denza Z9 GT. The annual difference is RM8,762 in the Honda’s favour.