Verdict
At RM368,690 versus RM367,888, these two executive cars are separated by just RM802 at purchase, but not in use. The Denza Z9 GT brings a 122.49-kWh battery, 600 km EV range and a startling 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, yet its annual road tax is RM9,140. The E-Class costs RM380 a year in road tax, carries 540 litres in its boot and is 161 kg? No: it is a full 1,070 kg lighter. The Denza is the better-equipped, faster long-distance EV; the Mercedes is the easier conventional choice with a larger boot.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 600 km of electric range, 1,140 hp from three motors and powered, ventilated, massaging front seats.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz E-Class if low RM380 annual road tax, a 540-litre boot and Malaysian CKD assembly matter more than EV performance.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM367,888.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Mercedes-Benz E-Class RM380.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 7.5 seconds.
- Size and weight: Denza Z9 GT is 5,180 mm long and 2,895 kg; Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 4,949 mm and 1,825 kg.
- Boot space: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres; Mercedes-Benz E-Class 540 litres.
- Warranty: Denza Z9 GT six years/150,000 km plus eight years/160,000 km for drivetrain and high-voltage battery; Mercedes-Benz E-Class four years/unlimited…
Z9 GT
- 600 km EV range from a 122.49-kWh battery.
- 2.7-second 0-100 km/h performance and all-wheel drive.
- Air suspension, head-up display and 20-speaker Devialet audio.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM380.
- 495-litre boot is 45 litres smaller.
- At 2,895 kg, it weighs 1,070 kg more.
E-Class
- RM380 annual road tax.
- 540-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Four-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.7 seconds.
- No EV range or battery capacity.
- No head-up display or panoramic sunroof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690 | RM367,888✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM380✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 205 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 | — | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler AG |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,949 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,961 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 66 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 540 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 245/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 275/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Multi-spoke Two-tone 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, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Rear 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Reflector LED with Adaptive High Beam |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun 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 | 14.4" MBUX Multimedia with Online Music Streaming, AI functionality built-in, Seven Speaker 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 Entry (Push Button Start) |
| 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 | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | Yes |
| 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✓ | 4 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 E-Class FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Mercedes-Benz E-Class better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance, EV driving and equipment, with 600 km range and a 2.7-second sprint. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class suits buyers who prioritise RM380 annual road tax, a 540-litre boot and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM802 more than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. That small purchase gap masks a much larger annual road-tax difference: RM9,140 for the Denza and RM380 for the Mercedes.
Which has the better rear-seat and cabin equipment?
The Denza Z9 GT is more lavishly specified, with powered rear seats and extendable leg rests, front-seat ventilation and massage, a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, front and rear fridges, and a 20-speaker system.