Verdict
At RM459,939, the Denza B8 costs RM74,967 more than the RM384,972 Volkswagen Touareg, but brings seven seats, a 36.8-kWh battery and 100 km of EV range. Its 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time also beats the Touareg’s 6.0 seconds, while annual road tax is RM439 versus RM1,632. The Touareg answers with an 810-litre boot against 147 litres and a 250 km/h top speed. For a Malaysian family needing seven seats and plug-in running, pick the B8; luggage-first five-seat use favours the Touareg.
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 100 km of EV range and quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h performance.
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you need an 810-litre boot, a five-seat layout and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Annual road tax: Denza B8 RM439; Volkswagen Touareg RM1,632.
- Seating: Denza B8 seven seats; Volkswagen Touareg five seats.
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza B8 4.8 seconds; Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 seconds.
- Top speed: Denza B8 180 km/h; Volkswagen Touareg 250 km/h.
B8
- 100 km EV range from a 36.8-kWh battery
- Seven seats and nine airbags
- 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- RM74,967 higher purchase price
- 147-litre boot versus 810 litres
- 180 km/h top speed versus 250 km/h
Touareg
- 810-litre boot
- 250 km/h top speed
- Multi-link air suspension front and rear
- Five seats versus seven
- Six airbags versus nine
- No plug-in EV range against the B8's 100 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM384,972✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 335 hp at 5,300 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm at 1,340 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 84.5 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag,) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 | Side Opening Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 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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B8 vs Touareg FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Denza B8 is better for seven-seat transport, EV driving and acceleration, with 100 km of EV range and a 4.8-second sprint. The Volkswagen Touareg is better for five occupants carrying luggage, thanks to its 810-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM74,967 more than the Volkswagen Touareg: RM459,939 versus RM384,972. Its annual road tax is lower, however, at RM439 versus RM1,632.
Which SUV has more practical passenger and luggage space?
The Denza B8 carries seven people, two more than the Touareg’s five. The Touareg carries far more luggage, with an 810-litre boot versus the B8’s 147 litres.
