Head-to-head
Denza D9 vs Zeekr 009
At $85,990 the Denza D9 undercuts the Zeekr 009 by $29,910 (26%) — but does the premium deliver enough of an edge to justify itself? Here's how the two compare on price, range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · MPV
Denza D9
Mercedes/BYD joint-venture luxury MPV — a 7-seat people-mover with 103.3 kWh BYD Blade battery, 520 km WLTP range, and a cabin that targets the Lexus LM and Hyundai Staria buyers.
- From
- $85,990
- Range
- 520 km
- Battery
- 103.3 kWh
Option B · MPV
Zeekr 009
Zeekr is Geely's premium EV brand, with the 009 luxury MPV as its flagship Australian offering. 116 kWh battery yields 604 km WLTP — among the longest of any people-mover EV on sale.
- From
- $115,900
- Range
- 604 km
- Battery
- 116 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Denza D9 and Zeekr 009, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Zeekr 009
The Zeekr 009 goes 84 km further on a charge (604 vs 520 km WLTP).
- 2
Price · advantage Denza D9
The Denza D9 undercuts the Zeekr 009 by $29,910 (26%) on starting price.
- 3
Battery · advantage Zeekr 009
The Zeekr 009 carries a 12.7 kWh larger battery (116 vs 103.3 kWh).
- 4
0–100 km/h · advantage Zeekr 009
The Zeekr 009 is 2.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (6.4 s vs 9 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Denza D9 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $29,910
Where the Zeekr 009 wins
- ▸ 84 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.4s vs 9s)
- ▸ Longer warranty (5 years)
Denza D9
What we like
- ✓ Genuine 7-seat luxury MPV layout
- ✓ Huge 103.3 kWh Blade LFP battery
- ✓ Quiet, refined cabin
What we don't
- ✕ Denza dealer footprint is brand new in Australia
- ✕ Pricing climbs sharply for AWD variant
- ✕ No ANCAP rating yet
Zeekr 009
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 604 km WLTP range
- ✓ Massive 116 kWh battery
- ✓ Genuine luxury cabin (lounge layout available)
What we don't
- ✕ Zeekr dealer footprint limited to capital cities
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ 5-year vehicle warranty trails some Korean rivals
Frequently asked: Denza D9 vs Zeekr 009
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Denza D9 or the Zeekr 009?
- The Denza D9 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $85,990 versus $115,900 for the Zeekr 009, a $29,910 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Zeekr 009 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 604 km, 84 km further than the Denza D9's 520 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Zeekr 009 does 0–100 km/h in 6.4 seconds — 2.6 s quicker than the Denza D9's 9.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Denza D9 better value than the Zeekr 009?
- On paper the Denza D9 is $29,910 cheaper, but trails the Zeekr 009 on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Zeekr 009 is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Denza D9
if…
- ✓ you want to save $29,910 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: large families
Choose the
Zeekr 009
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (84 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: premium mpv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.