Verdict
The Denza B8 costs RM74,967 more than the Volkswagen Touareg, yet it brings seven seats, a 36.8-kWh battery with 100 km of EV range and two motors rated at 670 hp and 760 Nm. That makes it the quicker car to 100 km/h at 4.8 seconds, against 6.0 seconds. The Touareg answers with a far more useful 810-litre boot versus 147 litres, 250 km/h top speed and CKD assembly. For Malaysian families needing three rows and regular plug-in driving, the Denza makes the stronger case; for five occupants and luggage, buy the Volkswagen.
B8
Pick the Denza B8 if you need seven seats, 100 km of EV range and a 4.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
Touareg
Pick the Volkswagen Touareg if you carry five people with substantial luggage and want to save RM74,967.
Key differences
- Price: Denza B8 RM459,939; Volkswagen Touareg RM384,972.
- Seats: Denza B8 7; Volkswagen Touareg 5.
- Boot space: Denza B8 147 litres; Volkswagen Touareg 810 litres.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza B8 4.8 seconds; Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 seconds.
- Top speed: Denza B8 180 km/h; Volkswagen Touareg 250 km/h.
- Road tax per year: Denza B8 RM439; Volkswagen Touareg RM1,632.
B8
- Seven seats with a 50:50 split-folding third row.
- 36.8-kWh battery, 100 km EV range and 120 kW DC charging.
- 670 hp motors and 760 Nm; 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.
- 147-litre boot is 663 litres smaller than the Touareg's.
- Costs RM74,967 more.
- 180 km/h top speed is 70 km/h lower.
Touareg
- 810-litre boot for five-seat duties.
- RM74,967 lower purchase price.
- 250 km/h top speed and 20-inch Braga alloys.
- Only five seats, against the Denza B8's seven.
- No plug-in battery, EV range or DC charging capability.
- Annual road tax is RM1,193 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM459,939 | RM384,972✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC with Twin-scroll Turbocharger, Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 192 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 670 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 36.8 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 100 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 seconds✓ | 6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,195 mm | 4,878 mm |
| Width | 1,994 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,702 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,920 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 3,305 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 91.5 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 147 litres | 810 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 285/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport EV | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Braga Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-P Hydraulic Suspension | Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag, | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Electronic for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Second Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Night Vision | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | HD Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Power Recline & Sliding, Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Third Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Manual rear window blinds |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 18-speaker Devialet Sound System | 15" Innovision Cockpit with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Dynaudio Consequence Sound System (730-Watts) |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Side Opening Boot | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 5 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain Warranty, 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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B8 vs Touareg FAQ
Is the Denza B8 or Volkswagen Touareg better?
The Denza B8 is better for seven passengers, plug-in running and outright acceleration. The Volkswagen Touareg is better for a five-person family that needs 810 litres of boot space and a lower upfront cost.
What is the price difference?
The Denza B8 costs RM74,967 more than the Volkswagen Touareg.
Which has the lower annual road tax?
The Denza B8 has lower annual road tax at RM439, compared with RM1,632 for the Volkswagen Touareg, a RM1,193 yearly difference.
