Verdict
Just RM110 separates these two. The BMW i5’s 627-km range, 22-kW AC charging and RM395 annual road tax suit frequent Malaysian use. The Denza Z9 GT counters with 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, plus five doors and 495 litres of boot space. Its 122.49-kWh battery supports 1,500-kW DC charging, but the RM9,140 road tax bill is decisive. Pick the BMW for lower annual tax and 27 km more stated range; pick the Denza for vastly greater performance and richer rear-seat hardware.
i5
Pick the BMW i5 if you want 627 km of stated range, 22-kW AC charging and an RM395 annual road tax bill.
Z9 GT
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 1,140 hp, a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time, all-wheel drive and a five-door wagon body.
Key differences
- Price: BMW i5 RM368,800; Denza Z9 GT RM368,690.
- Motor output: BMW i5 335 hp and 430 Nm; Denza Z9 GT 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- Acceleration: BMW i5 0-100 km/h in 6.0 seconds; Denza Z9 GT in 2.7 seconds.
- Battery and range: BMW i5 83.9 kWh and 627 km; Denza Z9 GT 122.49 kWh and 600 km.
- Charging: BMW i5 22 kW AC and 205 kW DC; Denza Z9 GT 11 kW AC and 1,500 kW DC.
- Annual road tax: BMW i5 RM395; Denza Z9 GT RM9,140.
i5
- 627 km stated EV range, 27 km more than the Denza.
- 22-kW AC charging, double the Denza’s 11 kW rate.
- RM395 annual road tax.
- 335 hp and 430 Nm trail the Denza’s 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm.
- 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 3.3 seconds behind the Denza.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus the Denza’s six years.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h performance.
- 1,500-kW DC charging rating and a 122.49-kWh battery.
- Powered, ventilated and massaging front seats; powered rear seats with leg rests.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM395 for the BMW.
- 600-km stated range is 27 km short of the BMW’s 627 km.
- 11-kW AC charging is half the BMW’s 22-kW rate.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,800 | RM368,690✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Wagon |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM395✓ | RM9,140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 3 |
| Motor Horsepower | 335 hp | 1,140 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 1,210 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 83.9 kWh | 122.49 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 627 km✓ | 600 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW✓ | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 205 kW | 1,500 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 4 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6 seconds | 2.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 240 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,060 mm | 5,180 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,205 kg | 2,895 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 490 litres | 495 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R20 | 225/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R20 | 225/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero Elekt | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Y-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer rear seats | Available on Outer Two 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 Projector with Adaptive High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests |
| 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 | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 2x Wireless Charger, 2x USB-C ports front, 2x USB-C ports rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Windscreen Sun Shade & Sunroof Shade, Manual Rear Door Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.9" Touchscreen BMW Live Cockpit Professional with Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 18-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Sound System (655W) | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Fridges |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery | 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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i5 vs Z9 GT FAQ
Is the BMW i5 or Denza Z9 GT better?
The BMW i5 is the better choice for lower annual tax, longer stated range and faster AC charging. The Denza Z9 GT is decisively stronger, quicker, roomier by boot volume and has more rear-seat equipment.
What is the price difference?
The BMW i5 costs RM368,800 and the Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690, so the BMW is RM110 more expensive.
Which has lower running tax in Malaysia?
The BMW i5 does. Its annual road tax is RM395, compared with RM9,140 for the Denza Z9 GT—a difference of RM8,745 each year.
