Denza D9 luxury MPV confirmed for Malaysia, to launch in Q1 2025
Back in October, BYD’s premium sub-brand Denza has been confirmed to be entering the Malaysian market, with Sime Darby Auto Imports as the official importer and BYD Malaysia as the official distributor.
The first model to be offered will be the Denza D9, which is expected to arrive in the local market some time in the first quarter of 2025. It will be pitted against the likes of the Zeekr 009, Maxus Mifa 9, and the popular Toyota Alphard/Vellfire duo.
Specifications for the Malaysian market are yet to be announced, but we can confirm that BYD Malaysia will introduce the battery electric vehicle (BEV) version, as it is currently the only version available in right-hand drive.
In China, in addition to the BEV variant, the D9 is also available in a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) version featuring a 1.5-litre engine.
For the BEV, there are two powertrain configurations: front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). The former features a single electric motor that produces 313 PS (280 kW) and 360 Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.
Meanwhile, the latter, with its twin-motor setup, offers a healthy 374 PS (275 kW) and 470 Nm, enabling a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 6.9 seconds.
Regardless the variant, the D9 is equipped with a 103 kWh LFP battery, providing a WLTP range of 520 km for the FWD and 480 km for the AWD.
In terms of size, the D9 measures 5,250 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, 1,920 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 3,110 mm. This makes it longer than the Zeekr 009, although its wheelbase is 95 mm shorter than its closest competitor.
The electric MPV can accommodate up to seven adult passengers (each 180 cm tall), thanks to a 2-2-3 seating configuration featuring sliding captain’s seats in the second row.
Its cargo space is big enough to hold seven 20-inch luggage cases and seven business backpacks.
In keeping with its status as a premium MPV, the D9 boasts a range of luxury features such as Nappa leather upholstery, ventilation and heating functions, massage functions, a panoramic glass roof, and a 7.5-litre fridge.
For the infotainment system, there is a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, a 15.6-inch touchscreen, a Dynaudio sound system with 14 speakers, and three 50W wireless chargers, to name a few.
Pricing for the Malaysian market has yet to be announced. For reference, the D9 BEV is priced between 379,800 yuan and 469,800 yuan (approximately RM233,648 to RM289,015) in its home country.
