Verdict
For Malaysian families, the Denza D9’s 5,250 mm body, seven seats and 410-litre boot answer needs the five-seat EQA cannot. Its 103.36-kWh battery also reaches 520 km, against 429 km from the Mercedes’ 66.5-kWh pack, and DC charging is 166 kW versus 100 kW. The EQA is far easier to place at 4,463 mm long and gets from 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, 0.6 seconds ahead. Choose the Mercedes only if compact SUV dimensions and its parking aids matter more than passenger space.
Pick the Denza D9 if seven seats, a 410-litre boot, 520 km of range and properly equipped second-row captain seats are central to your daily use.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQA if you need a much shorter 4,463 mm SUV with quicker 8.9-second acceleration, a head-up display and automated parking.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Mercedes-Benz EQA RM296,888.
- Seating and boot: Denza D9 has 7 seats and 410 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQA has 5 seats and 340 litres.
- Battery and range: Denza D9 has 103.36 kWh and 520 km; Mercedes-Benz EQA has 66.5 kWh and 429 km.
- DC charging and V2L: Denza D9 manages 166 kW and has 6 kW V2L; Mercedes-Benz EQA manages 100 kW and has no V2L.
- Performance: Denza D9 has 308 hp, 360 Nm and a 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time; Mercedes-Benz EQA has 188 hp, 375 Nm and does 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds.
- Size: Denza D9 is 5,250 mm long with a 3,110 mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz EQA is 4,463 mm long with a 2,729 mm wheelbase.
D9
- Seven seats, including ventilated, massaging second-row captain seats with ottomans.
- 520 km range, 166 kW DC charging and 6 kW V2L.
- Powered rear sliding doors, 360-degree camera and 15.6-inch touchscreen with 14-speaker Dynaudio audio.
- 0-100 km/h takes 9.5 seconds, versus 8.9 seconds for the EQA.
- Annual road tax is RM335, compared with RM160 for the EQA.
- At 5,250 mm long and 1,920 mm tall, it needs considerably more parking space than the EQA.
EQA
- 4,463 mm length and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time suit tighter urban use.
- Gets a head-up display, parallel and perpendicular auto parking, plus contactless boot opening.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, heated memory front seats and a four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Only five seats and a 340-litre boot, against the D9’s seven seats and 410 litres.
- 429 km range and 100 kW DC charging trail the D9’s 520 km and 166 kW.
- No V2L, rear climate-control zone, sunroof or powered sliding doors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000 | RM296,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 188 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 375 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh✓ | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 520 km✓ | 429 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11.0 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW✓ | 100.0 kW |
| V2L | 6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,463 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,040 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 340 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 19" AMG Five-twin-spoke Light-alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | Comfort Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Middle and Outer Third Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Pre-Safe, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | Second-row Captain Seats with Ventilation, Massaging and Ottoman Support, 60:40 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 | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front Single-pane Sunroof, Panoramic Rear Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular |
| 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 | MBUX Interior Assistant, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8 Years/160,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery |
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 EQA FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Mercedes-Benz EQA better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying people and covering distance, with seven seats, a 410-litre boot and 520 km range. The Mercedes-Benz EQA is better for compact-SUV use, with a 4,463 mm length, auto parking and quicker 8.9-second acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 costs RM299,000 and the Mercedes-Benz EQA costs RM296,888, so the D9 is RM2,112 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Denza D9 charges faster on DC power at 166 kW, against 100 kW for the Mercedes-Benz EQA. Both have 11 kW AC charging, but only the D9 adds 6 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
