DENZA Debuts in Europe: Z9GT and D9 Bring Flash Charging of 1,500 kW and e3 Platform

The BYD Group has officially announced the entry of its high-end brand, DENZA, into the European market, marking a crucial milestone in the Chinese giant's global expansion strategy. The debut, held at the Palais Garnier in Paris, showcased the first two models destined for the Old Continent: the shooting brake Z9GT and the minivan D9 DM-i.

The brand’s philosophy is based on the integration of European-inspired design and advanced proprietary technologies, aiming to directly compete with traditional premium manufacturers.

Z9GT: Performance and Innovation on the e3 Platform

The flagship model for the European launch is the DENZA Z9GT, a shooting brake characterized by high technological content based on the e3 (e-cube) platform. This architecture allows for the integration of Cell-to-Body (CTB) technology, where the battery serves as a structural element of the vehicle, increasing torsional rigidity by 32% and optimizing interior space.

The vehicle will be available in two powertrain configurations:

Full Electric (EV) Version: Equipped with three electric motors (one front and two rear) for a total power of 1,156 HP (850 kW). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 270 km/h. The declared range is over 600 km in the WLTP cycle.
Super Hybrid DM-i Version: Combines three electric motors with a 2-liter turbo gasoline engine for a total power of 776 HP (570 kW). It offers an all-electric range of 203 km and a combined range exceeding 800 km.

Dynamically, the Z9GT introduces rear dual-motor independent steering, allowing the rear wheels to steer at angles of up to ±5° or to move in a "crab-walking" mode (8.5°). Thanks to this technology, the minimum turning radius is just 4.62 meters. The dynamics management is handled by the Vehicle Motion Control (VMC), with response times of 10 milliseconds for the coordination of braking, steering, and DiSus-A air suspension.

D9 DM-i: The Premium Vision of the Minivan

The second model presented is the DENZA D9, a seven-seat minivan configured with a plug-in hybrid DM-i system. The powertrain combines a 1.5 turbo engine with two electric motors for a system power of 353 HP (260 kW) and all-wheel drive.

The vehicle focuses on extended range (up to 950 km total) and an interior designed as a "first-class lounge".

Notable Technical Specifications:

Configuration "777": Capacity to host 7 adults of 180 cm with corresponding trolleys and backpacks.
Rear Comfort: "Air Spa" zero-gravity seats with 152° recline, 16-point massage, and integrated 50W wireless charging.
Technology: 15.6-inch central touchscreen, six-zone voice recognition, and a Devialet audio system with 16 speakers.

FLASH Charging and Blade Battery 2.0

DENZA introduces in Europe the second generation of the Blade Battery (LFP) and the FLASH Charging system. The latter supports power levels up to 1,500 kW, promising extremely reduced energy recovery times: from 10% to 70% in 5 minutes and from 10% to 97% in 9 minutes. At -30°C, charging from 20% to 97% is guaranteed in 12 minutes.

Such results are achieved through the "FlashPass" ionic transport system, which optimizes the movement of ions through innovations in the cathode, anode, and electrolyte, reducing internal resistance and heat generation.

Availability and Prices for Italy

The expansion of DENZA will initially involve Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. In the Italian market, the Z9GT will be orderable in the coming weeks with the following starting prices:

Z9GT Super Hybrid DM-i: €102,450
Z9GT EV: €116,450

Customers will benefit from premium services managed through a dedicated app, including pick-up and return for maintenance (valet service). Additionally, for orders placed by the end of September 2026, a free FLASH charging service extension to 18 months is planned. BYD's industrial plan includes the installation of 6,000 fast charging stations globally by 2026, of which about 3,000 will be in Europe.