Verdict
At RM368,690, the Denza Z9 GT costs RM74,198 less than the Volvo EX90 yet brings 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Both claim 600 km of range and 11 kW AC charging, but the Denza’s 122.49 kWh battery, 1,500 kW DC rating and 4 kW V2L add useful hardware. The EX90 counters with seven seats, integrated second-row booster cushions and a much lower RM965 annual road tax against RM9,140. Its 310-litre boot is smaller, however, and the Denza’s 495 litres suits five-up travel better.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if five seats are enough and you want far stronger performance, a larger boot and RM74,198 left in your pocket.
Pick the Volvo EX90 if you need seven seats, integrated booster cushions for the outer second-row seats and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Volvo EX90 RM442,888.
- Motors and output: Denza Z9 GT has 3 motors, 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Volvo EX90 has 2 motors, 510 hp and 910 Nm.
- Performance: Denza Z9 GT reaches 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and 240 km/h; Volvo EX90 takes 4.9 seconds and reaches 180 km/h.
- Battery and range: Denza Z9 GT has 122.49 kWh and 600 km; Volvo EX90 has 111 kWh and 600 km.
- Charging and V2L: both have 11 kW AC charging; Denza Z9 GT lists 1,500 kW DC and 4 kW V2L, Volvo EX90 250 kW DC and no V2L.
- Seating and boot space: Denza Z9 GT has 5 seats and 495 litres; Volvo EX90 has 7 seats and 310 litres.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 495-litre boot and 122.49 kWh battery.
- Ventilated, massaging front seats, powered rear seats and front/rear fridges.
- Five seats versus the EX90’s seven.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM965.
- Heavier at 2,895 kg versus 2,704 kg.
EX90
- Seven seats with integrated booster cushions in the outer second-row seats.
- 25-speaker, 1,600-watt Bowers & Wilkins sound system.
- Unlimited-mileage five-year manufacturer warranty.
- RM74,198 more expensive.
- 310-litre boot is 185 litres smaller.
- 510 hp and 4.9-second 0-100 km/h performance trail the Denza by a wide margin.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM442,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM965✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 910 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh✓ | 111 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW✓ | 250 kW |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 5,037 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,964 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,747 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,985 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 2,704 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 310 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 295/40R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 21" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Active Chassis with Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front Center Airbag, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on outer rear seats, with Integrated Booster Cushions |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 2 USB-C Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Middle Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| 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 | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 25-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (1,600 watt) |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | Yes |
| 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 | 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 EX90 FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Volvo EX90 better?
The Denza Z9 GT is the stronger buy if five seats suit your household: it is cheaper, far quicker and has a 495-litre boot. Choose the Volvo EX90 when its seven-seat cabin and integrated second-row booster cushions are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM74,198 less than the Volvo EX90. That gap comes alongside 1,140 hp versus 510 hp, although the Volvo adds two extra seats.
Which has better family practicality?
The Volvo EX90 carries seven people and has booster cushions integrated into its outer second-row seats. The Denza Z9 GT seats five but has the larger boot, at 495 litres against 310 litres.