Verdict
These are radically different cross-shops. The Denza Z9 GT brings 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, alongside a 122.49-kWh battery rated for 600 km and a 495-litre boot. It also seats five in a 5,180-mm body. The MINI 3 Door is far smaller at 3,876 mm, 1,600 kg lighter and easier on annual road tax at RM379 versus RM9,140. Its 201 hp petrol drivetrain still reaches 242 km/h, but the 6.6-second sprint, three doors and 210-litre boot make it the more focused personal car.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want five-seat executive-car space, 600 km EV range and supercar-level 2.7-second acceleration.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you want a compact 3,876-mm petrol hatch with far lower annual road tax and a 1,295-kg kerb weight.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; MINI 3 Door RM279,888.
- Power and 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 2.7 seconds; MINI 3 Door 201 hp and 6.6 seconds.
- Energy and range: Denza Z9 GT electric with a 122.49-kWh battery and 600 km range; MINI 3 Door petrol with a 44-litre tank.
- Size: Denza Z9 GT 5,180 mm long with a 3,125-mm wheelbase; MINI 3 Door 3,876 mm long with a 2,495-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: Denza Z9 GT has five doors, five seats and a 495-litre boot; MINI 3 Door has three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot.
- Running costs and mass: Denza Z9 GT road tax is RM9,140 per year and weight is 2,895 kg; MINI 3 Door is RM379 and 1,295 kg.
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 and powered ventilated massage front seats.
- RM88,802 dearer than the MINI 3 Door.
- Annual road tax is RM9,140, against RM379.
- At 2,895 kg, it weighs 1,600 kg more.
3 Door
- Compact 3,876-mm length and 1,295-kg kerb weight.
- RM379 annual road tax.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps with high beam assist and a 242-km/h top speed.
- 201 hp and 300 Nm leave it well behind the Denza's 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Only three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot.
- No rear air-conditioning, powered rear seats or rear USB ports.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690 | RM279,888✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM379✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 6.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 242 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 3,876 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,727 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,295 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 215/45R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (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 | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys |
| 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 Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| 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 | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| 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 | Manual 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 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| 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 | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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 3 Door FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or MINI 3 Door better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright pace, five-seat space, luggage capacity and EV driving, with 600 km range and a 495-litre boot. The MINI 3 Door is the better fit for buyers prioritising compact dimensions, lower road tax and lower kerb weight.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM88,802 more than the MINI 3 Door.
Which car is faster?
The Denza Z9 GT is much faster, reaching 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds versus 6.6 seconds for the MINI 3 Door. The MINI has the marginally higher top speed, however: 242 km/h against 240 km/h.