Verdict
At RM465,990, the Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM6,051 more than the RM459,939 Denza B8, but it is the stronger long-distance EV choice: its 114-kWh battery delivers 582 km of EV range and accepts 170 kW DC charging. The Denza counters with seven seats, 670 hp and 760 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds against the Audi’s five seats, 402 hp, 664 Nm and 5.6 seconds. Its 100-km EV range means the 1,997-cc plug-in-hybrid system remains central to longer Malaysian journeys.
Pick the Audi Q8 e-tron if you want 582 km of electric range, faster 170 kW DC charging and a far larger 569-litre boot.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, prefer its 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time and want more rear-seat luxury features.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q8 e-tron RM465,990; Denza B8 RM459,939.
- EV range: Audi Q8 e-tron 582 km; Denza B8 100 km.
- Battery capacity: Audi Q8 e-tron 114 kWh; Denza B8 36.8 kWh.
- DC charging: Audi Q8 e-tron 170 kW; Denza B8 120 kW.
- Seating and boot space: Audi Q8 e-tron five seats and 569 litres; Denza B8 seven seats and 147 litres.
- Performance: Audi Q8 e-tron 402 hp, 664 Nm and 5.6 seconds; Denza B8 670 hp, 760 Nm and 4.8 seconds.
Q8 e-tron
- 582 km EV range from a 114-kWh battery
- 170 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging
- 569-litre boot and five-star Euro NCAP rating
- Costs RM6,051 more
- Slower 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.8 seconds
- Only five seats versus seven
B8
- Seven-seat cabin with reclining, sliding and ventilated second-row seats
- 670 hp, 760 Nm and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty and massaging front seats
- 100 km EV range is far shorter than the Audi’s 582 km
- 120 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging are slower
- 147-litre boot is much smaller than the Audi’s 569 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM465,990 | RM459,939✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | — |
| Capacity | — | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 192 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 670 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 664 Nm | 760 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 114 kWh✓ | 36.8 kWh |
| EV Range | 582 km✓ | 100 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW✓ | 120 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear | — |
| Gears | 2 | — |
| 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 | 200 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,915 mm | 5,195 mm |
| Width | 1,937 mm | 1,994 mm |
| Height | 1,633 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,928 mm | 2,920 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 91.5 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 569 litres✓ | 147 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" 5-Arm Black Turbine Style Alloy Wheels | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Air Suspension | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Audi pre sense front | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | — | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Matrix LED headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | 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 | 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 | 1x 12V Front, 1x front wireless charger, 2x USB-C rear, 1x 12V socket rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 4 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | 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 | — | 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-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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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Q8 e-tron vs B8 FAQ
Is the Audi Q8 e-tron or Denza B8 better?
The Audi Q8 e-tron is better for frequent electric long-distance travel, with 582 km of range and 170 kW DC charging. The Denza B8 is better for buyers who need seven seats, stronger acceleration and a more feature-rich rear cabin.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q8 e-tron costs RM6,051 more than the Denza B8. That gap buys a 114-kWh battery, 582 km of EV range, 170 kW DC charging and a 569-litre boot, while the Denza brings two extra seats.
Which is more practical for family use?
The Denza B8 carries seven people, but its boot holds 147 litres. The Audi Q8 e-tron has only five seats, yet its 569-litre boot gives it 422 litres more luggage space.
