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- Denza Z
Denza Z
- Drive Type: AWD
- Body Type: 2-door, 2+2 coupe / convertible
- Self Driving:
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- Charges 10–97% in roughly nine minutes via 1,500 kW Flash Charging
- 1,582 hp combined output with sub-2-second 0–62 mph acceleration
- Undercuts comparable performance EVs and ICE rivals on price while including standard V2L, massage seats, and a Devialet sound system
CONS
- WLTP range (236–254 miles) trails most rivals and requires access to Denza's proprietary ultra-fast chargers to realize the headline charging times
- Denza is an unproven brand outside China, and pricing/availability outside the UK and EU launch markets is not yet confirmed
The Denza Z is a flagship two-door sports car from Denza, BYD’s premium sub-brand, marketed alongside the Yangwang badge as BYD’s push into the luxury and performance segment. It’s a 2+2 coupe/convertible built on BYD’s new e3 platform, with tri-motor all-wheel drive as standard across the lineup. Notably, the Z is the first Denza-badged model confirmed for the European and UK markets, arriving in four configurations: Coupe, Spider (convertible), Racing, and a track-focused Special Edition targeting a Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record later in the year.
Powertrain & Charging
Every Z variant uses a 76 kWh (usable) second-generation Blade Battery with LFP chemistry, paired with three electric motors (one front, two rear) producing a combined 1,582 hp. WLTP range varies by trim: 254 miles for the Coupe, 248 miles for the Spider, and 236 miles for the Racing. These figures are modest for a car in this price bracket, but range isn’t the headline here — charging is. The Z supports AC onboard charging at 11 kW and DC Flash Charging at up to 1,500 kW on BYD’s own high-power stations, enabling a 10–70% top-up in five minutes or 10–97% in nine minutes. Denza also claims a 20–97% charge in twelve minutes at -22°F, though independent real-world verification outside controlled demonstrations is still limited. The forthcoming Special Edition’s 1,973+ hp figure remains a manufacturer claim pending final production confirmation.
Pricing, Fit & Market Context
UK pricing starts at £142,900 (approximately $192,000 / €167,400) for the Coupe, rising to £159,900 ($215,000) for the Spider and £172,900 ($232,000) for the Racing trim. Order books open this summer, with first deliveries targeted for late 2026 as Denza’s retail network expands globally. This is not a commuter or family EV — it’s built for performance-focused buyers who want supercar acceleration and headline-grabbing charging speed without paying flagship European prices. Within Denza’s own lineup, the Z sits above the Z9 GT shooting brake and the D9 MPV, positioning it as the brand’s technical and image-building halo model. Externally, it competes directly with the Porsche 911 Turbo S and the Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe on price and power, while undercutting the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore on value. For SEO and comparison purposes, the Porsche 911 Turbo S is the closest direct rival by both price and specification.
Denza Z Photos
Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | Denza Z (Coupe / Spider / Racing / Special Edition) |
| Generation | First generation; global-market version of the China-market Denza Z9 |
| Segment / Class | Electric supercar / GT |
| Available Trims / Variants | Coupe, Spider (convertible), Racing, Special Edition |
| Powertrain Options | Single powertrain — tri-motor BEV, AWD |
| Special Editions | Nürburgring-focused Special Edition |
| Additional Notes | Built on BYD's new e3 platform |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | Public debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed, July 2026 |
| Launch Year | 2026 (orders open summer 2026) |
| Availability Status | Pre-order phase; deliveries targeted late 2026 / early 2027 |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Denza (BYD) |
| Country of origin | China |
| Assembly Country | China |
| Markets Available | China (as Z9); UK and Europe confirmed for global rollout |
| Base Price (USD) | Coupe from £142,900 (~$192,000 / ~€167,400); Spider from £159,900 (~$215,000); Racing from £172,900 (~$232,000) |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 76 kWh (usable) |
| Battery Chemistry | LFP (Blade Battery, 2nd generation) |
| Battery Architecture | 800V, cell-to-body integration |
| Thermal Management | Passed combined fast-charge + nail-penetration test, no thermal runaway after 500 cycles |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | Coupe 254 mi (410 km); Spider 248 mi (400 km); Racing 236 mi (380 km) |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | 11 kW |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | Up to 1,500 kW (BYD Flash Charging) |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | 10–70% in 5 min; 10–97% in 9 min |
| Cell Brand | BYD (in-house Blade Battery) |
| Battery Preheating | Implied — claimed 20–97% charge in 12 min at -22°F |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent magnet synchronous, tri-motor |
| Motor Configuration | 1 front motor + 2 independent rear motors |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 1,582 hp (1,180 kW) combined |
| Peak Power (kW / hp) | 1,973+ hp claimed |
| Torque (Nm) | ~1,240 Nm (approx., combined) |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | Coupe 2.25s; Racing 1.96s (Special Edition under 1.7s claimed) |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | Coupe/Spider 186 mph; Racing 217 mph |
| Transmission / Drive | AWD, tri-motor |
| Torque Vectoring | Full torque vectoring via twin rear motors |
BODY
| Body Style | 2-door, 2+2 coupe / convertible |
| Platform / Architecture | BYD e3 platform |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4,780 × 1,990 × 1,350 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,780 mm |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | Coupe 2,230 kg; Spider 2,300 kg |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | DiSus-M magnetorheological adaptive suspension |
| Brakes (Front / Rear) | Carbon-ceramic (standard, all trims) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | 250 L (up to 550 L with rear seats folded, Coupe/Racing) |
| Additional Notes | Racing adds coil springs, semi-slick tyre option; Special Edition adds active front diffuser and active rear wing |
SAFETY
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 4 (2+2 layout; rear seats for occasional use) |
| Power Seats | Heated, ventilated, massage (Coupe/Racing) |
| Roof Type | Fixed (Coupe/Racing); retractable soft-top (Spider) |
| Interior Rear-View Mirror | Digital |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 12.8-inch, Google built-in |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster |
| Operating System | Google-based infotainment |
LIGHTING
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Sound System Brand | Devialet, Dolby Atmos |
| Speaker Count | 12 (Coupe/Racing); 10 (Spider) |
TECHNOLOGY
| Smartphone App Control | Yes, via Denza app (remote access) |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Standard, all trims |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | New Denza retail stores opening in launch markets ahead of deliveries |
Note
| Data Source | Manufacturer reveal at Goodwood Festival of Speed (July 2026); reporting from Autotrader, Electrifying, Carscoops, Electrek, Jalopnik, InsideEVs, Motor1 |
| Last Updated | July 2026 |
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Disclaimer Note
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