Verdict
Just RM2,333 separates them, but they take sharply different routes. The Denza B8’s 670 hp, 760 Nm two-motor plug-in hybrid system cuts 0-100 km/h to 4.8 seconds, has a 100 km EV range and carries RM439 annual road tax. The Audi Q7 answers with a 333 hp V6, 5.6-second sprint and 250 km/h top speed, plus vastly more useful 770-litre boot space against 147 litres. For seven adults and luggage, the Q7 is the practical call; for short electric commuting and outright shove, take the B8.
Pick the Audi Q7 if you need a seven-seat SUV with 770 litres of boot space, a 2,994 mm wheelbase and adaptive air suspension.
Pick the Denza B8 if you want 4.8-second 0-100 km/h pace, 100 km of EV range and far lower RM439 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q7 RM462,272; Denza B8 RM459,939.
- Performance: Audi Q7 333 hp, 500 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds; Denza B8 670 hp, 760 Nm and 4.8 seconds.
- Electric driving: Audi Q7 has no stated EV range or battery capacity; Denza B8 has a 36.8 kWh battery and 100 km EV range.
- Boot space: Audi Q7 770 litres; Denza B8 147 litres.
- Road tax: Audi Q7 RM1,632 per year; Denza B8 RM439 per year.
- Suspension: Audi Q7 has front and rear air suspension; Denza B8 uses DiSus-P hydraulic suspension.
Q7
- 770-litre boot is 623 litres larger.
- Adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering.
- 250 km/h top speed and 2,994 mm wheelbase.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.6 seconds versus 4.8 seconds.
- RM1,632 annual road tax versus RM439.
- No stated EV-only range or battery charging capability.
B8
- 670 hp and 760 Nm from two motors.
- 100 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging.
- Powered ventilated and massaging front seats.
- 147-litre boot is far smaller than the Q7’s 770 litres.
- 180 km/h top speed versus 250 km/h.
- 3,305 kg kerb weight is stated, while no Q7 weight is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM462,272 | RM459,939✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,632 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing, 48V Electric Motor Assistance | — |
| Capacity | 2,995 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 333 hp at 5,200 rpm✓ | 192 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,370 rpm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.5 mm × 89 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 670 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 760 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed tiptronic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,052 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,968 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,994 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 85 litres | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 770 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/35R22 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/35R22 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension, All-wheel steering | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag,) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for three middle row passenger seats and two last row seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full OLED Tail lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Door Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with MIB 3, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet 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 | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Side Opening Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 5 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Soft-close Doors | All Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 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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Q7 vs B8 FAQ
Is the Audi Q7 or Denza B8 better?
The Audi Q7 is better for carrying seven people and luggage, thanks to its 770-litre boot and air suspension. The Denza B8 is better for performance and electric commuting, with 670 hp, 4.8-second acceleration and 100 km EV range.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q7 costs RM2,333 more than the Denza B8. The bigger running-cost gap is annual road tax: RM1,632 for the Q7 and RM439 for the B8.
Which has the better charging capability?
The Denza B8 is the only one with stated plug-in charging: 11 kW AC and 120 kW DC, feeding a 36.8 kWh battery. No battery capacity, EV range or charging rate is stated for the Audi Q7.
