Verdict
The Denza Z9 GT is the dramatic choice: three motors produce 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 2.7 seconds while its 122.49-kWh battery is rated for 600 km. It is also 472 mm longer than the Volvo, with a 3,125-mm wheelbase, air suspension and nine airbags. But Malaysian ownership needs thought: annual road tax is RM9,140 against the XC60’s RM428. The Volvo’s 246-hp petrol hybrid powertrain is far slower at 6.9 seconds, yet its CKD build, 71-litre tank and 2,450-kg kerb weight suit buyers who prefer conventional refuelling and lower annual tax.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want 600 km of EV range, 2.7-second acceleration and a more lavish five-seat cabin with powered rear seats, leg rests and rear climate control.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if lower RM428 annual road tax, a 71-litre petrol tank, CKD assembly and integrated rear booster cushions matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Powertrain: Denza Z9 GT has three motors with 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Volvo XC60 has a 246-hp 1,969-cc turbo petrol engine plus a 13-hp, 30-Nm motor.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Volvo XC60 6.9 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Volvo XC60 RM428.
- Dimensions: Denza Z9 GT is 5,180 mm long with a 3,125-mm wheelbase; Volvo XC60 is 4,708 mm long with a 2,865-mm wheelbase.
- Safety and cabin: Denza Z9 GT has nine airbags and dual-zone rear air-con; Volvo XC60 has six airbags and rear vents.
Z9 GT
- 600-km EV range from a 122.49-kWh battery
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- Air suspension, powered rear seats with leg rests and nine airbags
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus RM428
- 2,895 kg kerb weight versus 2,450 kg
- China CBU rather than Malaysian CKD
XC60
- RM428 annual road tax and 71-litre fuel tank
- Malaysia CKD assembly and 445 kg lower kerb weight
- Integrated two-stage booster cushions on the outer rear seats
- 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 2.7 seconds
- Six airbags versus nine
- Rear vents rather than dual-zone rear air-con
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690 | RM328,888✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1,000V architecture (e3 Platform) | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp✓ | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm✓ | 30 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 483 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" 5-double-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 | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (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 | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
Used Z9 GT & XC60 for sale
Z9 GT vs XC60 FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Volvo XC60 better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for EV driving, acceleration and rear-seat equipment, with 600 km range and a 2.7-second sprint. The Volvo XC60 is the more sensible choice for low annual road tax, petrol refuelling and CKD assembly.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690 and the Volvo XC60 costs RM328,888, so the Denza is RM39,802 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Denza Z9 GT has the larger boot at 495 litres, edging the Volvo XC60’s 483 litres by 12 litres. Both have five seats and five doors.
