Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM27,198-cheaper Denza Z9 GT is the dramatic choice: its three motors produce 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds versus the Lexus NX’s 7.7 seconds. Its 122.49-kWh battery is rated for 600 km, but annual road tax is a hefty RM9,140 against RM830. The Lexus is the easier-sized 4,660-mm SUV and has a 520-litre boot, 25 litres more than the Denza. Yet the 5,180-mm Denza counters with air suspension, powered rear seats and a 20-speaker audio system.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 600 km of EV range, 2.7-second acceleration and far richer rear-seat equipment despite the RM9,140 annual road tax.
Pick the Lexus NX if lower annual road tax, a more compact SUV body and the slightly larger 520-litre boot matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Lexus NX RM395,888
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Lexus NX RM830
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Lexus NX 7.7 seconds
- Length: Denza Z9 GT 5,180 mm; Lexus NX 4,660 mm
- Boot space: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres; Lexus NX 520 litres
- Warranty: Denza Z9 GT 6 years/150,000 km; Lexus NX 5 years/unlimited mileage
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm from three motors
- 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km EV range
- Air suspension, massaging front seats and powered rear seats
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM830
- 5,180 mm length and 2,895 kg weight versus 4,660 mm and 1,765 kg
- 495-litre boot is 25 litres smaller
NX
- RM830 annual road tax
- 520-litre boot
- Shorter 4,660-mm SUV body
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.7 seconds
- No EV range, battery capacity or charging provision stated
- Rear seats are 60:40 split-folding rather than powered with leg rests
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM395,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM830✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 184 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 208 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | 3 LED Projectors |
| 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, Memory and Massaging | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| 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 Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| 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 | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| 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 | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| 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.
Used Z9 GT & NX for sale
Z9 GT vs NX FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Lexus NX better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for EV performance and equipment, with 1,140 hp, a 600-km range rating and air suspension. The Lexus NX is better if RM830 annual road tax, a 520-litre boot and a 4,660-mm body suit your use.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus NX costs RM395,888 and the Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690, so the Lexus is RM27,198 more expensive.
Which is faster, the Denza Z9 GT or Lexus NX?
The Denza Z9 GT is much faster, completing 0-100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and reaching 240 km/h. The Lexus NX takes 7.7 seconds to 100 km/h and has a 200 km/h top speed.