Denza, a premium brand under BYD, has introduced the new Z9S, a fully electric sedan.
The vehicle is available in three variants with CLTC ranges of 780 km, 920 km, and 1,100 km. Denza claims the Z9S possesses the world’s longest pure electric range of 1,100 km (CLTC).
1,100 km
Maximum CLTC range for the Denza Z9S
Performance and Charging
The single-motor version of the Z9S is equipped with a 102.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Blade Battery 2.0. This variant produces 370 kW, which is approximately 503 hp or 496 hp.
A tri-motor, four-wheel-drive performance version is also available, producing 890 kW, cited as approximately 1,194 hp or 1,200 hp.
The sedan utilizes BYD's Flash Charging technology. BYD claims this system can charge the battery from 10% to 70% in five minutes and from 10% to 97% in nine minutes.
Design and Technology
The Denza Z9S measures 5,090 mm in length, 1,980 mm in width, and has a 3,025 mm wheelbase.
Pricing and Market Context
In China, the Denza Z9S starting price is 319,800 yuan, which is approximately $47,300 or $51,800. The tri-motor Performance variant is priced at 389,900 yuan, or approximately $57,700.
Updates
The Denza Z9S's flagship version in China starts at 349,800 yuan ($51,800), with pre-sales planned to begin on August 3. The model features a 1,490 mm height, an aerodynamic fastback silhouette, and a three-spoke steering wheel within an interior equipped with diamond-pattern seat upholstery and a digital instrument cluster. Its rear-wheel-drive variants offer 320 kW and 370 kW motor options, while the tri-motor system utilizes BYD's e³ technology for independent motor management. Additionally, the Flash Charging technology requires specialized BYD stations capable of delivering up to 1,500 kW of power, though official WLTP range figures have yet to be shared.
The flagship version of the Denza Z9S is priced starting at 349,800 yuan ($51,800) in China, with pre-sales scheduled to open on August 3. The sedan's specifications include a height of 1,490 mm and features such as frameless doors, an active rear spoiler, and a tri-motor system utilizing BYD's e³ technology. While the 1,100 km range follows CLTC standards, the official WLTP range has not yet been disclosed by Denza.
The Denza Z9S Flagship version is set to start at 349,800 yuan ($51,800) in China, with pre-sales expected to open on August 3. The model's tri-motor system utilizes BYD's independent e³ technology, and its Flash Charging feature requires specialized BYD stations capable of delivering up to 1,500 kW. Additionally, while the CLTC range is noted, official WLTP figures have not yet been shared by Denza.
The Denza Z9S flagship version is priced starting at 349,800 yuan ($51,800) in China, with pre-sales expected to open on August 3. The vehicle features a rear-mounted single-motor variant, rear-wheel-drive options of 320 kW or 370 kW, and a tri-motor system utilizing BYD's e³ technology. Additionally, its Flash Charging capability requires specialized BYD stations providing up to 1,500 kW, while official WLTP range figures remain unreleased as the current 1,100 km figure follows CLTC standards.
The Denza Z9S Flagship version starts at 349,800 yuan ($51,800) in China, with pre-sales expected to open on August 3. The vehicle offers single-motor and tri-motor configurations, including a Performance version capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.68 seconds. Technical specifications reveal a body composed of 91.1% high-strength hot-formed steel and aluminum alloy, supported by the God’s Eye 5.0 driving assistance system.
The Denza Z9S flagship version starts at 349,800 yuan ($51,800) in China, with pre-sales planned to begin on August 3. The vehicle features a body composed of 91.1% high-strength hot-formed steel and aluminum alloy, while its tri-motor Performance version can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.68 seconds. Additional technical details include a 1,490 mm height, a 470-liter expandable trunk, and a driving assistance system supported by the God’s Eye 5.0 model.
The flagship Denza Z9S is expected to open for pre-sales in China on August 3, with prices starting at 349,800 yuan ($51,800). The vehicle features several technical specifications, including a tri-motor Performance version capable of 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.68 seconds and a body composed of 91.1% high-strength hot-formed steel and aluminum alloy. While the 1,100 km range is based on CLTC standards, Denza has not yet shared the official WLTP range for the model.
