Verdict
The RM41,051 premium for the Denza B8 buys a 36.8-kWh battery, 100 km of EV range and 120-kW DC charging, plus a huge performance advantage: 0-100 km/h takes 4.8 seconds against the Volvo XC90’s 7.7 seconds. It is also 245 mm longer and carries a 91.5-litre tank, but its 3,305-kg kerb weight is 955 kg above the Volvo’s and its boot holds only 147 litres. For Malaysian families regularly using all seven seats and their luggage, the XC90’s 451-litre boot and RM418,888 price make more practical sense.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if 100 km of electric driving, 120-kW DC charging and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than boot capacity and price.
XC90
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you want to spend RM41,051 less and need its much larger 451-litre boot for seven-seat family duties.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Volvo XC90 RM418,888.
- Electric hardware: Denza B8 has a 36.8-kWh battery, 100 km EV range and 120-kW DC charging; Volvo XC90 has no battery capacity, EV range or DC charging figure…
- Acceleration: Denza B8 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds; Volvo XC90 in 7.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 litres; Volvo XC90 451 litres.
- Kerb weight: Denza B8 3,305 kg; Volvo XC90 2,350 kg.
- Dimensions: Denza B8 is 5,195 mm long with a 2,920-mm wheelbase; Volvo XC90 is 4,950 mm long with a 2,984-mm wheelbase.
B8
- 100-km EV range with 11-kW AC and 120-kW DC charging.
- Much quicker 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Nine airbags, night vision and powered doors.
- Costs RM41,051 more.
- 147-litre boot is 304 litres smaller.
- At 3,305 kg, it is 955 kg heavier.
XC90
- RM418,888 price is RM41,051 lower.
- 451-litre boot is far more useful for luggage.
- Longer 2,984-mm wheelbase and air suspension at both axles.
- 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Denza B8 by 2.9 seconds.
- No EV range, battery capacity or charging rate is stated.
- Has seven airbags to the Denza B8’s nine.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM418,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 249 hp at 5,400 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp✓ | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm✓ | 40 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 Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 451 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag,) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 on Outer Second Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Night Vision | Yes | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Dynamic LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View 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 | 8-year/160,000 km Hybrid 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 XC90 FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Volvo XC90 better?
The Volvo XC90 is the better family-practicality buy thanks to its RM41,051 lower price and 451-litre boot. Choose the Denza B8 instead if plug-in capability, 100 km EV range and its 4.8-second sprint are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM459,939 and the Volvo XC90 costs RM418,888, so the Denza is RM41,051 more expensive.
Which is quicker, the Denza B8 or Volvo XC90?
The Denza B8 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. The Volvo XC90 takes 7.7 seconds, a 2.9-second gap.
