Verdict
These are radically different RM368k choices. The Denza Z9 GT brings three motors, 1,140 hp, a 122.49-kWh battery and a claimed 600-km EV range, reaching 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds. It is also far roomier, with a 495-litre boot. The Toyota GR Corolla counters with a 296-hp 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine, six-speed manual and Torsen limited-slip differentials. For Malaysian ownership, its RM207 annual road tax is dramatically easier to absorb than the Denza’s RM9,140.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp EV acceleration, a 600-km claimed range and executive-car rear-seat comfort.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla if you want a 296-hp turbo petrol hatchback with a six-speed manual, Torsen differentials and far lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Toyota GR Corolla RM368,950.
- Power and 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 2.7 seconds; Toyota GR Corolla 296 hp and 5.3 seconds.
- Size and boot space: Denza Z9 GT 5,180 mm long with a 495-litre boot; Toyota GR Corolla 4,407 mm long with a 213-litre boot.
- Kerb weight: Denza Z9 GT 2,895 kg; Toyota GR Corolla 1,475 kg.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Toyota GR Corolla RM207.
- Drivetrain hardware: Denza Z9 GT has three motors and single-ratio automatic transmission; Toyota GR Corolla has a 1,618-cc turbo engine and six-speed manual.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 122.49-kWh battery, 600-km claimed range and 1,500-kW DC charging rate.
- 495-litre boot, air suspension, ventilated massaging front seats and powered rear seats.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus the GR Corolla’s RM207.
- At 2,895 kg, it is 1,420 kg heavier than the GR Corolla.
- Its 5,180-mm length is 773 mm greater than the Toyota’s.
GR Corolla
- Six-speed manual gearbox with front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials.
- RM207 annual road tax.
- Much lighter 1,475-kg kerb weight and a 4,407-mm length.
- 296 hp and 5.3 seconds to 100 km/h trail the Denza’s 1,140 hp and 2.7 seconds.
- 213-litre boot is 282 litres smaller than the Denza’s.
- Manual front seats, no rear air-con and no sunroof.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM368,950 |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM207✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 296 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6MT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,407 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,851 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,475 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 235/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Yokohama Advan Apex |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Torsen Limited Slip Differential Front and Rear |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | — |
| 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 | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 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.
Used Z9 GT & GR Corolla for sale
Z9 GT vs GR Corolla FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Toyota GR Corolla better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright acceleration, passenger accommodation and luggage space, with 1,140 hp, a 2.7-second sprint and a 495-litre boot. The GR Corolla is the better choice for a manual gearbox, Torsen differentials and RM207 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM260 more than the Denza Z9 GT: RM368,950 versus RM368,690.
Which one has the larger boot?
The Denza Z9 GT has the larger boot at 495 litres, compared with 213 litres in the Toyota GR Corolla. That is a 282-litre advantage for the Denza.
