Denza Z9GT and Denza Z9, features, specifications, photos, price, date

BYD carries a few years of heart attack in Europe and in the rest of the regions in which it has a presence. However, this time the brand wanted to take a very different step: fully enter the premium vehicle segment. And he has done it precisely with Denza, your luxury brand which has been based in China for more than a decade and which this year crosses borders to give another pinch to the European automobile industry.

The Chinese giant launches its premium division in this market with two models: the Denza Z9GTa high-performance family coupe, and the Denza D9a seven-seater minivan. Curiously, we were already able to test the Z9GT first-hand in 2025, giving us clues about what was happening. Now, the departure is imminent, and below these lines we tell you all the details.

Denza Z9GT and D9, technical sheet

As we said before, Denza is not a new brand. It was born in 2010 as an alliance between BYD and Daimler, and launched its first vehicle in 2014, although its presence had until now been limited to the Chinese market. Its arrival in Europe comes in a context in which Chinese brands are trying to consolidate beyond the mid-price segment, where they have already achieved some traction.

The Z9GT: a grand tourer with three engines and ultra-fast charging

The Z9GT is the model with which Denza wants to present itself to the European buyer of premium cars. It is a shooting brake (a body between a sedan and a family car) with more sporty lines. The vehicle is 5.18 meters long (5.19 meters in the plug-in hybrid) and was designed by Wolfgang Egger, known for his work at Audi and Alfa Romeo.

The most interesting thing about the Z9GT is its technical proposal, especially when it comes to battery charging. The model incorporates the system FLASH Charging from BYD, capable of operating with a power of up to 1,500 kW, which would allow the battery to be charged from 10% to 70% in five minutes, or from 10% to 97% in nine. The brand further claims that even at temperatures of -30°C the process from 20% to 97% would be completed in twelve minutes.

These figures, if confirmed in real conditions of use, would represent a significant jump compared to what we currently have. Of course, to take advantage of them, it will be necessary to access BYD’s own chargers, which also they have to deploy in Europe. So there is still quite a bit of work ahead in this regard.

The battery is an evolution of the Blade Battery from BYD, now in its second generation, with chemistry lithium iron phosphate (LFP). According to the brand itself, engineers have managed to simultaneously increase both energy density and charging speed.

You have it in pure electric and plug-in hybrid

The Z9GT will be sold in two variants. The 100% electric version has three motors (one front and two rear) with a combined power of 1,156 HP and a 122.49 kWh battery. The autonomy approved according to the WLTP cycle exceeds 600 kilometers. 0 to 100 km/h is resolved in 2.7 seconds and the maximum speed reaches 270 km/h. These are, of course, figures that we are not used to seeing very often on the streets. Throughout 2026, Denza also plans to add a rear-wheel drive variant with a range of about 800 kilometers.

The plug-in hybrid version (DM) combine those three electric motors with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine. The total power of the system is 776 HP. The battery, in this case 63.82 kWh, offers 203 kilometers of electric range according to WLTP. With the battery charged and the tank full, the manufacturer estimates a combined range of about 805 kilometers. 0 to 100 km/h is done in 3.6 seconds, according to the firm.

Platform with rear steering and double independent motor

Under the body, the Z9GT rides on the e³ (“e-cube”) platform, developed specifically for Denza. In it we find a rear steering system with two independent motorsone per wheel. This allows both rear wheels to work individually, resulting in a minimum turning radius of 5.35 meters, according to the brand. The system also allows for a “diagonal drive” function, in which the car can travel at angles of up to 8.5 degrees.

Dynamic control is managed through the VMC (Vehicle Motion Control) system, which integrates brakes, suspension and steering, with a response time of 10 milliseconds, according to Denza. The brand also indicates that this system is capable of reacting to a tire blowout at speeds of up to 180 km/h, adjusting the torque on the wheels that have not been affected by the accident.

Interior with full screens and even an integrated refrigerator

The cabin of the Z9GT is structured around a 17.3-inch central screen, complemented by another 13.2-inch screen for the co-pilot and a head-up display that projects in an area of ​​about 50 inches, almost nothing. The infotainment system includes integration with Google and also has a voice assistant with artificial intelligence.

The sound is provided by Devialet, with 20 speakers and 1,150 W of power, compatible with Dolby Atmos. The front seats offer 10-point massage, ventilation and heating. The rear ones are also equipped with massage, ventilation and heating.

Besides, The trunk has a capacity of about 495 liters with the rear seats in position, expandable to 1,680 liters with the backrest folded down. There is also a small 53 liter front compartment. And in case all this has fallen short, don’t worry, because the car also includes a refrigerator capable of reaching a temperature of -6 °C, powered by the air conditioning compressor itself.

The D9: a seven-seater minivan with 950 kilometers of combined autonomy

Denza’s second model for Europe targets a segment that has been lost and wandering the cosmos for years. The D9 is a 5.25 meter long minivan with seven seats and all-wheel drivepowered exclusively by a plug-in hybrid system. At the moment there is no news about a purely electric version, which, by the way, is sold in China.

The heart of the system is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine (120 HP) that acts mainly as a generator, supported by a 231 HP front electric motor and a 61 HP rear electric motor. The total combined power is 353 HP. According to the technical data sheet provided by the brand, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is in 8.6 seconds and the maximum speed is 180 km/h. It is not a vehicle designed to give free rein to sporty driving, but rather focuses more on on-board comfort on long journeys.

The LFP battery has a capacity of 58.5 kWh and offers 210 kilometers of electric range (WLTP). With the 64 liter tank full and the battery at maximum, The estimated joint autonomy is 950 kilometersalso according to WLTP. The FLASH Charging system is also present in the D9. If by some chance you come across one of those miraculous BYD charging points, you have up to 559 kW of charging power, with the same times as the Z9GT (from 10% to 70% in five minutes, and from 10% to 97% in nine).

777

The brand wanted to present its minivan under the concept “777”, which means: capacity for seven adults 1.80 meters tall, seven cabin suitcases and seven backpacks. According to the brand, the four seating configurations allow the vehicle to be adapted from seven-seat family use to a cargo space of 2,310 liters with the rear rows folded.

Depending on the finish, we also find seats with up to 16-point massages, and 14-position electric adjustment, plus ventilation and heating.

Besides, the main screen measures 15.6 inches and are followed by two 10.25-inch screens for the driver and co-pilot. And if that were not enough, this car also has a refrigerator.

Price and availability

In Spain, the Z9GT DM starts from 101,000 euros and the electric version from 115,000 euros. On the other hand, the D9 DM-i will be available from 78,500 eurosall before discounts.

Additionally, Denza offers one year of free access to its FLASH Charging charging network for Z9GT buyers. And those who book before the end of September 2026 will receive an additional six months. But of course, this benefit makes sense if we can access any of these chargers.

Both models are expected to reach dealerships in Spain, France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom in the coming weeks, with more markets planned for the second half of 2026.

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