Denza D9 previewed in Malaysia; here’s all you need to know

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian electric vehicle market is growing at a faster pace thanks to Chinese car brands consistently launching their latest models. Denza is yet another Chinese marque that made its Malaysian debut earlier this morning.  

For starters, Denza is a premium sub-brand owned by BYD, the name that currently dominates the local EV space with its practical, affordable and powerful electric cars. Under the Denza banner, BYD offers luxury BEVs and PHEVs in several markets, including China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia. 

Well, Denza has now arrived in Malaysia with its first global right-hand drive model, the Denza D9. It is an all-electric vehicle that falls in the premium MPV category, where it directly rivals the likes of other Chinese EVs - the Zeekr 009 and Maxus Mifa 9.

Denza D9: All you need to know

Dimensions

Based on BYD Group's e-platform 3.0, the Denza D9 measures 5,250 mm in length, 1,950 mm in width, and 1,920 mm in height and spans a wheelbase of 3,110 mm. The boot space is estimated at 410 litres, which is expandable up to 2,310 litres.

Exterior

This latest Chinese MPV boasts a distinctive design with π(Pi)-Motion aesthetic combining the mathematical precision of π with the fluidity of motion. On the front, we can see a Pi-shaped front grille with sleek lines extending sideways, lending the vehicle a modern elegance. The meteor-inspired headlights feature brilliant flowing light bands for enhanced brightness.

The side profile appears seamless with streamlined body lines and stylish 18-inch alloy wheels while the rear end flaunts sharpness with star-feather tail lights.

Interior

The Denza D9 has a spacious seven-seater cabin that promises a luxurious driving experience to all occupants. The key highlights are - 

• 15.6-inch central touchscreen display
• 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• 50 watt wireless charging pads (three)
• Front and rear Sliding doors
• Remote vehicle/AC start
• Keyless entry with push-button start
• Panoramic glass sunroof 
• Three-zone independent automatic air-conditioning system

• Zero-gravity Nappa leather seats with power adjustable feature
• 1080 mm electric slide rail in the second-row with 6-way sleeping headrest, electric leg rests, wide-angle backrest, message function, and electric leg rests
• 170 mm wide corridor in third-row offering ample legroom and elbowroom 
• 14 Dynaudio speakers and 7.1-channel surround sound system
• 6.8-litre Beverage Cabinet with dual temperature control
• Electric tray

Drivetrain, range and charging

The Denza D9 will be offered in the following two pure electric versions in Malaysia, unlike the Chinese market, where the MPV also comes in hybrid form. 

Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive	All-wheel drive
Max power	315 PS	370 PS
Max torque	360 Nm	470 Nm
0-100 kmph acceleration	9.5 seconds	6.9 seconds

Both variants are mated to a 103.36 kWh Blade LFP battery pack, which offers a WLTP-claimed driving range of 520 km on the FWD trim and 480 km on the AWD trim. The EV supports 11 kW of AC charging and 166 kW of DC fast-charging power. The latter can juice up the battery from 30% to 80% in 30 minutes only, making the EV a practical option for long-distance travel.

Suspension  

Designed for a smooth and controlled riding experience, the Denza MPV comes equipped with adaptive dampers. The front-wheel drive model features a frequency-selective variable damping suspension, which manages the damper as per the road condition and offers enhanced ride comfort. 

The all-wheel drive trim, on the other hand, has a more advanced DiSus-C Intelligent Damping Body Control System that continuously adjusts settings for better handling and stability.

Safety

In terms of safety, the upcoming Denza EV is packed with eight airbags and several advanced driver-assistance systems, including Adaptive cruise control, Autonomous emergency braking, Lane centring assist, Blind-spot monitoring, Front and rear cross-traffic alert, Rear collision warning, Door opening warning and Driver attention monitor.

That’s all we know so far about the upcoming Denza D9 MPV. For the launch timeline and pricing info, keep reading Zigwheels Malaysia.

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