Verdict
At RM299,000, the Denza D9 costs RM10,000 more than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier, but it brings seven seats, a 103.36-kWh battery with 520 km of EV range and 410 litres of boot space. Its RM335 annual road tax is also RM495 lower. The Harrier is 510 mm shorter, has a petrol-hybrid powertrain and a 55-litre tank, so it avoids charging altogether. For a Malaysian family that needs three rows and home or public charging, the D9 gives far more passenger capacity; the Harrier makes sense for five-seat use and a smaller footprint.
Pick the Denza D9 if you need seven seats, 520 km of electric range and 166-kW DC charging.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if five seats are enough and you prefer a 4,740-mm petrol-hybrid SUV with a 55-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Denza D9 RM299,000; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seating: Denza D9 7 seats; Toyota Harrier 5 seats.
- Power source: Denza D9 103.36-kWh EV battery and 520-km range; Toyota Harrier 2,487-cc petrol hybrid with a 55-litre tank.
- Size: Denza D9 5,250 mm long and 3,110 mm wheelbase; Toyota Harrier 4,740 mm and 2,690 mm.
- Road tax: Denza D9 RM335/year; Toyota Harrier RM830/year.
- Boot space: Denza D9 410 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
D9
- Seven seats and third-row ISOFIX positions.
- 103.36-kWh battery, 520-km range and 166-kW DC charging.
- Second-row ventilation, massage and ottomans.
- RM10,000 more expensive.
- 510 mm longer than the Harrier.
- No front foglamps or space-saver spare tyre listed.
Harrier
- RM10,000 lower purchase price.
- 510 mm shorter body with a 55-litre fuel tank.
- Front foglamps, tyre-pressure monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert with braking.
- Only five seats versus the D9's seven.
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM335.
- 396-litre boot is 14 litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM299,000 | RM289,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM335✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 175 hp |
| Torque | — | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm✓ | 202 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 103.36 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 520 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 166 kW | — |
| V2L | 6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,250 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,950 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres✓ | 396 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Frequency Selective variable dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| 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 on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| 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, Manual Recline |
| 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 | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 Wireless Chargers Rear, 4 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shades | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 14-speaker Dynaudio Sound System | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 D9 & Harrier for sale
D9 vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Denza D9 or Toyota Harrier better?
The Denza D9 is better for carrying up to seven people and running on electricity, with 520 km of stated EV range. The Toyota Harrier is better if five seats suffice and you want petrol-hybrid refuelling in a body 510 mm shorter.
What is the price difference?
The Denza D9 costs RM299,000 and the Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000, so the D9 is RM10,000 more expensive.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Denza D9 has lower annual road tax at RM335, compared with RM830 for the Toyota Harrier. That is a RM495 yearly difference in the D9's favour.
