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Denza D9 vs Mercedes-Benz V-Class

The D9 is ₹50.00 Lakh cheaper on these versions: ₹90 Lakh against ₹1.4 Crore ex-showroom (electric against diesel automatic). Updated 15 Nov 2026.

Denza

D9

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V-Class

From ₹1.4 Crore
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Denza D9D9 EV · ₹90 Lakh
Mercedes-Benz V-ClassV 300 Extra LWB · ₹1.4 Crore

Head to head

On the versions picked above

Price

D9 ₹90 Lakh (ahead)
V-Class ₹1.4 Crore

D9 ₹50.00 lakh cheaper

Airbags

D9 9 airbags (ahead)
V-Class 7 airbags

No crash ratings yet

Range

D9 730 km
V-Class Not published

Claimed

Power

D9 456 bhp (ahead)
V-Class 174 kW

Different engines

Boot

D9 689 litres (ahead)
V-Class 610 litres

Length 5,250 vs 5,370 mm

Versions

D9 1
V-Class 2 (ahead)

Only D9: electric

Pick the D9 for the lower price, more airbags, more power and the bigger boot.

Pick the V-Class for more versions.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹90 Lakh
₹1.4 Crore
On-road in
₹1.04 Crore
₹1.65 Crore
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹1,74,113 a month
₹2,76,554 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Electric
Diesel, automatic
Power
456 bhp
174 kW
Torque
365 Nm
500 Nm
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Range
730 km
Not published

Vehicle Details

Body Type
Electric MPV (luxury people mover)
MPV
Seating Capacity
7 Seats (2+2+3 layout)
6
Fuel Type
Not listed
Diesel / Petrol
Emission Standard
Does not apply
Euro 6e-bis (Mercedes technical data)

Engine, Motor & Performance

Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous motor on the front axle
Does not apply
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
RWD
Battery Capacity
115.07 kWh
Does not apply
Battery Chemistry
BYD Blade Battery (LFP), Cell-to-Body structure
Does not apply
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec (claimed)
8 seconds (V 300 d)
Engine
Does not apply
2.0-litre diesel (V 300 d) / 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol mild hybrid (V 300)
Top Speed
Not listed
220 km/h (V 300 d)

Transmission

Transmission
Not listed
9-speed Automatic
Paddles
Not listed
Yes
Gears
Does not apply
9-speed automatic

Range & Charging

AC Charging
Up to 11 kW AC, three-phase
Does not apply
Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking fitted; individual modes not published
Does not apply

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Brakes
Ventilated disc brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc brakes
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut with frequency selective damping
Air suspension
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Air suspension
Wheels
18-inch alloy wheels
18-inch alloy wheels
Tyre Size
235/60 R18
Not listed
Steering
Not listed
Electric, Tilt & Telescopic column

Dimensions & Capacities

Length
5,250 mm
5370 mm
Width
1,960 mm
1,928 mm (2,249 mm with mirrors)
Height
1,900 mm
1901 mm
Wheelbase
3,110 mm
3,430 mm
Kerb Weight
2,915 kg
2,475 kg (V 300) / 2,478 kg (V 300 d), EU
Boot Space
689 L minimum, 2,436 L maximum
610 litres
Fuel Tank
Does not apply
70 litres
Turning Radius
Not listed
11.8 m (turning circle)

Safety & ADAS

NCAP Rating
No crash-test rating has been published for this model.
5 stars, ANCAP (2014). That rating has since expired.
ADAS
Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS); Denza India has not detailed individual features beyond the launch announcement
Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Speed Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Adaptive High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Camera
360-degree camera with blind-spot monitor
360-degree camera
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Airbags
Not listed
7
Parking Sensors
Not listed
Front and rear
Stability Control
Not listed
Yes ESC
ISOFIX
Not listed
Yes
Hill Assist
Not listed
Yes

Interior & Infotainment

Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch digital driver display
12.3-inch
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Audio System
16-speaker Devialet sound system
Burmester, 15 speakers, 640 W
Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof
Panoramic
Upholstery
Nappa leather across all three rows
Leather
Touchscreen
Not listed
12.3-inch
Climate Control
Not listed
Automatic
Wireless Charger
Not listed
Yes
Connected Car Tech
Not listed
Yes over-the-air updates, live location, remote lock, emergency call
Cruise Control
Not listed
Adaptive
Keyless Entry
Not listed
Yes
Push Button Start
Not listed
Yes
Rear AC Vents
Not listed
Yes
Seat Features
Not listed
Ventilated seats in all rows, heated and massaging rear lounge seats, powered front seats

Lighting & Exterior

Headlights
LED headlights with daytime running lights
LED with automatic adjustment
Tail Lights
Not listed
LED

Warranty & Charger

Charging Port
Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC
Does not apply
Standard Warranty
6 years or 1.5 lakh km, whichever comes first
3 years, unlimited kilometres (Mercedes-Benz India standard warranty)
Battery Warranty
8 years or 1.6 lakh km, whichever comes first
Does not apply

Choice

Versions
1 version
2 versions
Price range
₹90 Lakh
₹1.4 Crore
Colours
4 colours
5 colours

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Only the D9 sells a electric version: 1 version, from ₹90 Lakh.

Only the V-Class sells a diesel, automatic version: 2 versions, from ₹1.4 Crore.

On-road price by city

D9 D9 EV against V-Class V 300 Extra LWB

MumbaiD9 ₹73.47 lakh less

D9 ₹94.63 Lakh
V-Class ₹1.68 Crore

PuneD9 ₹73.47 lakh less

D9 ₹94.63 Lakh
V-Class ₹1.68 Crore

New DelhiD9 ₹60.97 lakh less

D9 ₹1.04 Crore
V-Class ₹1.65 Crore

BengaluruD9 ₹68.67 lakh less

D9 ₹1.04 Crore
V-Class ₹1.72 Crore

ChennaiD9 ₹80.47 lakh less

D9 ₹94.65 Lakh
V-Class ₹1.75 Crore

HyderabadD9 ₹81.87 lakh less

D9 ₹94.68 Lakh
V-Class ₹1.77 Crore

AhmedabadD9 ₹55.47 lakh less

D9 ₹1 Crore
V-Class ₹1.56 Crore

KolkataD9 ₹66.47 lakh less

D9 ₹94.63 Lakh
V-Class ₹1.61 Crore

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the D9 or the V-Class?

The D9, by ₹50.00 lakh on the versions compared here: D9 D9 EV at ₹90 Lakh against V-Class V 300 Extra LWB at ₹1.4 Crore, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹1.04 Crore against ₹1.65 Crore.

Which is safer?

The D9: not crash-tested yet. The V-Class: 5 stars, ANCAP 2014 (rating now expired). The D9 has 9 airbags and the V-Class 7 airbags.

Which is more powerful?

The D9 D9 EV makes 456 bhp and 365 Nm and the V-Class V 300 Extra LWB makes 174 kW and 500 Nm.

Which is bigger?

The V-Class is 120 mm longer. Boot space is 689 litres in the D9 and 610 litres in the V-Class.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹1,74,113 a month for the D9 and ₹2,76,554 for the V-Class, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over 5 years at 9.5%.

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