Verdict
These are very different answers to a Malaysian buyer’s needs. The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900, RM53,900 more than the RM299,000 Denza D9, yet it seats five and is 533 mm shorter. The D9 brings seven seats, a 103.36-kWh battery, 520 km of EV range and 166-kW DC charging, plus a far more accommodating second row. The Q5 counters with a 520-litre boot, 196-hp 2.0-litre turbo petrol power and higher-grade Digital Matrix LED and OLED lighting. Choose practicality and lower running tax with the D9; choose a more compact premium SUV format with the Q5.
Pick the Audi Q5 if you need a five-seat compact executive SUV with a 520-litre boot and easier 4,717-mm urban footprint.
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, a 520-km electric range and captain’s chairs with ventilation, massage and ottomans.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 RM352,900; Denza D9 RM299,000.
- Seating: Audi Q5 five seats; Denza D9 seven seats.
- Length: Audi Q5 4,717 mm; Denza D9 5,250 mm.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 520 litres; Denza D9 410 litres.
- Powertrain: Audi Q5 196 hp/340 Nm 1,984-cc turbo petrol; Denza D9 308-hp/360-Nm electric motor.
- Road tax: Audi Q5 RM434 per year; Denza D9 RM335 per year.
Q5
- 520-litre boot is 110 litres larger
- Digital Matrix LED headlamps and OLED tail lights
- 533 mm shorter for tighter parking spaces
- RM53,900 dearer
- Only five seats against seven
- No EV range, DC charging or V2L capability
D9
- Seven seats with ventilated, massaging second-row captain’s chairs
- 103.36-kWh battery with 520 km range and 166-kW DC charging
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty plus eight-year/150,000-km battery cover
- 410-litre boot is 110 litres smaller
- 533 mm longer than the Q5
- LED projector headlamps rather than Digital Matrix LED units
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM352,900 | RM299,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM335✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 196 hp at 4,300 rpm | — |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 2,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 360 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 103.36 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 520 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 166 kW |
| V2L | — | 6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,717 mm | 5,250 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Height | 1,669 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,817 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort suspension | Frequency Selective variable dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) | 8 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on Middle and Outer 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 | Digital Matrix LED Headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shades |
| Audio | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Digital Key | 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 with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 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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Q5 vs D9 FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 or Denza D9 better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying people: it has seven seats, a 520-km electric range and a 3,110-mm wheelbase. The Audi Q5 suits buyers needing a shorter five-seat SUV with a larger 520-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 costs RM352,900 and the Denza D9 costs RM299,000, so the Q5 is RM53,900 more expensive.
Which is better for a large family?
The Denza D9 is the clear family choice. It has seven three-point seatbelts, a third row, sliding rear doors and second-row captain’s chairs, while the Audi Q5 has five seats.
