Verdict
These two take very different routes to executive EV ownership. The BMW iX gives an SUV body, a marginally larger 500-litre boot and 22 kW AC charging, while its 602 km quoted range is effectively level with the Denza Z9 GT’s 600 km. But the Denza is the far more forceful machine: three motors produce 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, against 402 hp, 700 Nm and 5.1 seconds. Its RM9,140 annual road tax is the big Malaysian ownership sting beside the iX’s RM545.
Pick the BMW iX if you want the SUV format, 22 kW AC charging and dramatically lower annual road tax without giving up meaningful quoted range.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want extraordinary 1,140 hp performance, 1,500 kW DC charging and much richer rear-seat and front-seat equipment.
Key differences
- Price: BMW iX RM425,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Performance: BMW iX 402 hp, 700 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds; Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7 seconds.
- Battery and range: BMW iX 100.6 kWh and 602 km; Denza Z9 GT 122.49 kWh and 600 km.
- Charging: BMW iX 22 kW AC and 175 kW DC; Denza Z9 GT 11 kW AC and 1,500 kW DC.
- Road tax: BMW iX RM545 per year; Denza Z9 GT RM9,140 per year.
- Size and boot: BMW iX is 4,965 mm long with 500 litres; Denza Z9 GT is 5,180 mm long with 495 litres.
iX
- 22 kW AC charging
- RM545 annual road tax
- 500-litre boot
- 402 hp and 700 Nm trail the Denza’s 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm
- No front-seat ventilation or massage, and no powered rear seats with leg rests
- 175 kW DC charging is far below 1,500 kW
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 1,500 kW DC charging and 4 kW V2L
- Ventilated, massaging front seats and powered rear seats with leg rests
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM545
- 11 kW AC charging versus 22 kW
- 2,895 kg kerb weight versus 2,525 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM425,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM545✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 5th-generation BMW eDrive, 400V architecture | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 402 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 100.6 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 602 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 1,500 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 | 5.1 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,965 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,970 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,525 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 495 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/50R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/50R21 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero E | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (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 | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Aerodynamic Style 1012 Bi-colour Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (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 | Manual For Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests |
| 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 Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 18-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes, e3 Parking |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | Intelligent Personal Assistant; Flexible Fast Charger (Mode 2) included | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage 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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iX vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW iX or Denza Z9 GT better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright performance, DC charging and passenger equipment. Choose the BMW iX for SUV practicality, 22 kW AC charging and an annual road-tax bill that is RM8,595 lower.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM57,110 less than the BMW iX: RM368,690 versus RM425,800.
Which has the better charging capability?
The Denza Z9 GT has the higher DC charging figure at 1,500 kW versus 175 kW. The BMW iX has the stronger AC charging figure at 22 kW versus 11 kW, which matters for compatible AC charging.
