Verdict
With a RM29,888 saving, the Denza D9 is the more rational family machine: it carries seven rather than five, has a 103.36-kWh battery rated for 520 km and gives second-row occupants ventilated, massaging captain’s chairs with ottomans. Its 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time and front-wheel drive are the trade-offs. The Volvo XC60 answers with all-wheel drive and 6.9 seconds to 100 km/h from its 246-hp 1,969cc turbo petrol mild-hybrid powertrain, plus a 483-litre boot. Choose it when five seats and quicker performance matter more than EV charging and rear-cabin provision.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, 520 km of stated EV range and properly equipped second-row captain’s chairs for less money.
XC60
Pick the Volvo XC60 if five seats are enough and you want all-wheel drive, a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time and a larger 483-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Seating: Denza D9 seven seats; Volvo XC60 five seats.
- Powertrain: Denza D9 308-hp electric motor and 103.36-kWh battery; Volvo XC60 246-hp 1,969cc turbo petrol engine with a 13-hp motor.
- Acceleration: Denza D9 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds; Volvo XC60 in 6.9 seconds.
- Driveline: Denza D9 front-wheel drive; Volvo XC60 all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; Volvo XC60 483 litres.
D9
- Seven-seat cabin with second-row ventilated, massaging captain’s chairs and ottomans.
- 103.36-kWh battery, 520 km stated range, 11 kW AC and 166 kW DC charging.
- RM29,888 cheaper, with rear power sliding doors and 6 kW V2L.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.5 seconds versus 6.9 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive instead of the XC60’s all-wheel drive.
- 410-litre boot is 73 litres smaller than the XC60’s.
XC60
- 246-hp turbo petrol mild-hybrid powertrain reaches 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds.
- All-wheel drive and an eight-speed Geartronic automatic.
- 483-litre boot, plus powered front seats with memory and auto high beam.
- RM29,888 more expensive than the D9.
- Five seats versus the D9’s seven.
- No rear power sliding doors or second-row ventilated, massaging captain’s chairs.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000✓ | RM328,888 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM428 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 246 hp |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | 30 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 483 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | 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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | Panoramic 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-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio 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 with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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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D9 vs XC60 FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Volvo XC60 better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying up to seven people and running on electricity, with 520 km of stated range. The Volvo XC60 is better if you prioritise all-wheel drive, a quicker 6.9-second sprint and a larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 is RM29,888 cheaper than the Volvo XC60.
Which is quicker, the Denza D9 or Volvo XC60?
The Volvo XC60 is quicker, completing 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds against the Denza D9’s 9.5 seconds.
