Verdict
The RM299,000 Denza D9 costs RM29,800 less than the GWM Tank 500, and its 103.36 kWh battery brings a stated 520 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 166 kW DC charging. It is the stronger family-hauling choice, with 410 litres of boot space and second-row captain’s chairs. The Tank 500 takes a different route with a 241 hp 2.0-litre petrol-hybrid engine, 105 hp motor, all-wheel drive and a 75-litre fuel tank. Its annual road tax is RM439, RM104 above the D9’s RM335.
D9
Pick the Denza D9 if you want 520 km of stated EV range, 410 litres of boot space and powered rear sliding doors for less money.
Tank 500
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need all-wheel drive, a 75-litre fuel tank, a full-size spare tyre and an unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Battery and EV range: Denza D9 103.36 kWh and 520 km; GWM Tank 500 1.75 kWh and no EV range stated.
- Drive and transmission: Denza D9 front-wheel drive with single-ratio automatic; GWM Tank 500 all-wheel drive with nine-speed automatic.
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; GWM Tank 500 98 litres.
- Dimensions: Denza D9 is 5,250 mm long with a 3,110 mm wheelbase; GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm long with a 2,850 mm wheelbase.
- Safety and parking sensors: Denza D9 has eight airbags and four front/four rear sensors; GWM Tank 500 has six airbags and six front/six rear sensors.
D9
- 103.36 kWh battery, 520 km stated range and 166 kW DC charging.
- 410-litre boot and powered rear sliding doors.
- Eight airbags; ventilated, massaging second-row captain’s chairs with ottomans.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tank 500’s all-wheel drive.
- Four front and four rear parking sensors versus six at each end.
- Six-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty versus six years with unlimited mileage.
Tank 500
- All-wheel drive, 75-litre fuel tank and full-size spare tyre.
- Head-up display, electric steering adjustment and six parking sensors at each end.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and eight-year/200,000-km high-voltage battery warranty.
- RM29,800 more expensive than the Denza D9.
- 98 litres of boot space versus the D9’s 410 litres.
- Six airbags versus the D9’s eight airbags.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000✓ | RM328,800 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh✓ | 1.75 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 | — | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | — | 9 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row 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 | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| 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, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity 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 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 | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-year/200,000-km 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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D9 vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Denza D9 is the better choice for electric driving, family luggage capacity and second-row comfort. Choose the GWM Tank 500 instead if all-wheel drive, a 75-litre fuel tank and a full-size spare matter more.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM29,800 more than the Denza D9.
Which has more boot space?
The Denza D9 has far more boot space at 410 litres, compared with 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500.
