Verdict
These EVs serve very different Malaysian households. The RM87,617 dearer Denza Z9 GT is the five-seat performance choice: its three motors produce 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm, driving all four wheels to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds. It also carries a larger 122.49-kWh battery for 600 km of range. The Xpeng X9 is the practical seven-seat MPV, with 721 litres of boot space against 495 litres and a longer 3,160-mm wheelbase. Its 535-km range remains substantial, while RM365 annual road tax versus RM9,140 makes ownership far easier on the wallet.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if five seats are enough and you want 1,140 hp, AWD and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Xpeng X9 if you need seven seats, a 721-litre boot and dramatically lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Xpeng X9 RM281,073.
- Power and torque: Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Xpeng X9 315 hp and 450 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and driveline: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds and AWD; Xpeng X9 8.2 seconds and FWD.
- Battery and range: Denza Z9 GT 122.49 kWh and 600 km; Xpeng X9 94.8 kWh and 535 km.
- Seating and boot space: Denza Z9 GT five seats and 495 litres; Xpeng X9 seven seats and 721 litres.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Xpeng X9 RM365.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and AWD.
- 600-km EV range from a 122.49-kWh battery.
- Powered rear seats with extendable leg rests, plus front and rear fridges.
- Five seats and a 495-litre boot trail the X9's seven seats and 721 litres.
- RM9,140 annual road tax is far higher than the X9's RM365.
- Costs RM87,617 more than the X9.
X9
- Seven seats, including second-row captain seats and a split-folding third row.
- 721-litre boot space.
- Triple-zone climate control, rear window shades and rear sliding doors.
- 315 hp and 450 Nm are well behind the Z9 GT's 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Its 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 5.5 seconds slower than the Z9 GT's 2.7 seconds.
- 535-km range is 65 km short of the Z9 GT's 600 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690 | RM281,073✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh✓ | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 600 km✓ | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW✓ | 537 kW |
| V2L | 4 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 8.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| 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 | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Second & Third Row 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 | LED Projectors |
| 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 Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third 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 | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | Front Doors & Rear Sliding 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✓ | 120,000 km |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM365✓ |
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 X9 FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Xpeng X9 better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance and range, with 1,140 hp, AWD and 600 km. The Xpeng X9 is better for family use, bringing seven seats, a 721-litre boot and RM365 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690 and the Xpeng X9 costs RM281,073, so the difference is RM87,617. The Denza adds three motors, AWD, 1,140 hp and a 122.49-kWh battery.
Which has more passenger and luggage space?
The Xpeng X9 does. It has seven seats, a 3,160-mm wheelbase and 721 litres of boot space, versus the Denza Z9 GT's five seats, 3,125-mm wheelbase and 495-litre boot.