Verdict
At RM299,000, the Denza D9 costs RM19,888 less than the RM318,888 MINI Convertible and answers a very different Malaysian brief. Its 103.36-kWh battery, 520-km range and 7-seat, 410-litre layout suit family and airport duties, while 166-kW DC charging and 6-kW V2L add EV usefulness. The MINI is the sharper choice for a smaller household: its 204-hp turbo petrol four reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds, 2.6 seconds ahead of the D9. But it has four seats and a 215-litre boot.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, a 410-litre boot and 520 km of electric range for less money.
Convertible
Pick the MINI Convertible if you want the 6.9-second 0-100 km/h pace, 237-km/h top speed and compact 3,879-mm length.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; MINI Convertible RM318,888.
- Powertrain: Denza D9 has one 308-hp, 360-Nm electric motor and a 103.36-kWh battery; MINI Convertible has a 204-hp, 300-Nm 1,998-cc turbo petrol four-cylinder.
- Acceleration: Denza D9 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds; MINI Convertible in 6.9 seconds.
- Size: Denza D9 is 5,250 mm long with a 3,110-mm wheelbase; MINI Convertible is 3,879 mm long with a 2,495-mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: Denza D9 has seven seats and a 410-litre boot; MINI Convertible has four seats and a 215-litre boot.
- Warranty: Denza D9 has a six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty plus an eight-year/150,000-km battery warranty; MINI Convertible has a two-year unlimited-mileage…
D9
- Seven seats and a 410-litre boot.
- 520-km EV range, 166-kW DC charging and 6-kW V2L.
- Ventilated, massaging second-row captain seats with ottomans.
- 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time trails the MINI Convertible's 6.9 seconds.
- 5,250-mm length is 1,371 mm longer than the MINI Convertible.
- 150,000-km warranty limit versus the MINI Convertible's unlimited mileage cover.
Convertible
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 237-km/h top speed.
- At 3,879 mm long, it is far shorter than the D9.
- Gets a head-up display and auto parking.
- Costs RM19,888 more than the Denza D9.
- Four seats and a 215-litre boot versus the D9's seven seats and 410 litres.
- No rear air-conditioning, against the D9's single-zone automatic rear system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000✓ | RM318,888 |
| Body type | MPV | Convertible |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 204 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 300 Nm at 1,450 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | — |
| V2L | 6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Steptronic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 237 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 3,879 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,744 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,495 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 7 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 215 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Hankook Ventus s1 Evo 3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Night Flash Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats | Available on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon 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 Flip Switch |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Rear Sliding Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated and Cooled Compartment, Second Row Tray Tables | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years |
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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D9 vs Convertible FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or MINI Convertible better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying people and luggage, with seven seats and a 410-litre boot. The MINI Convertible is better if performance and a much shorter footprint matter more, reaching 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Convertible costs RM19,888 more than the Denza D9. The D9 also has lower annual road tax: RM335 versus RM379.
Which one is quicker?
The MINI Convertible is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds versus 9.5 seconds for the Denza D9. Its 204-hp, 300-Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol motor also has a quoted 237-km/h top speed.
