Verdict
The RM72,080 saving puts the six-seat Mazda CX-80 within easier reach, and its 70-litre petrol tank suits drivers who cannot depend on charging. But the Denza Z9 GT is in another performance and EV league: three motors produce 1,140 hp, its 122.49-kWh battery is rated for 600 km, and the 495-litre boot beats the Mazda’s 258 litres. Malaysian buyers must budget RM9,140 annual road tax for the Denza against RM830 for the Mazda. Choose the Z9 GT only if charging access and five seats fit the brief.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 600 km of EV range, 1,140 hp and a larger 495-litre boot, and can accept five seats and RM9,140 yearly road tax.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if six seats, a 70-litre petrol tank, far lower annual road tax and a RM72,080 lower purchase price matter more than EV range and outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Mazda CX-80 RM296,610.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Mazda CX-80 RM830.
- Battery and EV range: Denza Z9 GT 122.49 kWh and 600 km; Mazda CX-80 17.8 kWh and 65 km.
- Motor output: Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Mazda CX-80 172 hp and 270 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Denza Z9 GT 5 seats and 495 litres; Mazda CX-80 6 seats and 258 litres.
- Charging: Denza Z9 GT 11 kW AC and 1,500 kW DC; Mazda CX-80 7.2 kW AC and no DC rate.
Z9 GT
- 600 km EV range from a 122.49-kWh battery.
- Three motors deliver 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 495-litre boot, air suspension and 4 kW V2L.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus the CX-80's RM830.
- Five seats versus the CX-80's six-seat cabin.
- 2,895 kg kerb weight versus 2,342 kg.
CX-80
- Six seats, including individual middle-row captain seats.
- 70-litre petrol tank for journeys without charging stops.
- 2,342 kg weight is 553 kg lower than the Denza's 2,895 kg.
- 65 km EV range versus the Denza's 600 km.
- 258-litre boot versus the Denza's 495 litres.
- 7.2 kW AC charging and no DC charging rate, against 11 kW AC and 1,500 kW DC.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690 | RM296,610✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | 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 plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 189 hp |
| Torque | — | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh✓ | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & 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 Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for second row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| 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 | 12.3" Infotainment Screen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km 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 CX-80 FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Mazda CX-80 better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for EV range, performance and luggage space, with 600 km, 1,140 hp and a 495-litre boot. The Mazda CX-80 is the better fit for buyers needing six seats, a petrol tank and much lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM72,080 more than the Mazda CX-80: RM368,690 against RM296,610.
Which is better for carrying people and luggage?
The Mazda CX-80 carries six people to the Denza Z9 GT's five, aided by middle-row captain seats. The Denza carries more luggage, however, with 495 litres of boot space versus 258 litres in the Mazda.