Verdict
The Denza Z9 GT is the quicker, longer-legged choice: its three motors produce 1,140 hp and reach 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, while the 122.49-kWh battery is rated for 600 km. It also gets nine airbags, powered rear seats with leg rests and a 3,125-mm wheelbase. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe counters with a 545-litre boot, 250-km/h top speed and far lower RM440 annual road tax. That tax figure matters: the Denza is RM9,140 a year, so its performance and EV range must justify the running-cost hit.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if 600 km EV range, 2.7-second 0-100 km/h pace and a more lavish rear-seat setup matter more than annual road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe if you want the larger 545-litre boot, a 250-km/h top speed and RM440 annual road tax.
Key differences
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4.8 seconds.
- EV range: Denza Z9 GT 600 km; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe no EV range rating.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe RM440.
- Boot space: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 545 litres.
- Length: Denza Z9 GT 5,180 mm; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe 4,763 mm.
- Airbags: Denza Z9 GT nine; Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe seven.
Z9 GT
- 1,140-hp three-motor AWD and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 122.49-kWh battery with 600 km rated range.
- Powered rear seats with extendable leg rests and nine airbags.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM440.
- 495-litre boot is 50 litres smaller.
- 240-km/h top speed is 10 km/h lower.
AMG GLC Coupe
- 545-litre boot.
- RM440 annual road tax.
- 250-km/h top speed.
- 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Denza by 2.1 seconds.
- Seven airbags versus the Denza's nine.
- No powered rear seats or extendable rear leg rests.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM498,888 |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM440✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | — | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 416 hp at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | AMG Speedshift MCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Daimler |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 4.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,763 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres | 545 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/40R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 275/35R21 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Continental SportContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 20" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer 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 Projectors | Digital Light Matrix LEDs |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating Function |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 40:20:20 Split-folding |
| 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 Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Rear Windows, Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 15-speaker Burmester 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | Yes |
| 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 | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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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Z9 GT vs AMG GLC Coupe FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright acceleration, EV range and rear-seat equipment. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe is better for luggage capacity, a higher top speed and dramatically lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690 and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe costs RM498,888. The Mercedes is RM130,198 more expensive.
Which is better for luggage and rear passengers?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC Coupe has the larger boot at 545 litres versus 495 litres. The Denza Z9 GT has the more elaborate rear cabin, with powered rear seats and extendable leg rests.
