BYD launched the electric car Denza Z9 GT, capable of traveling 1,036 km without recharging.

New data on the Denza Z9 GT from BYD

BYD has updated the rear‑drive electric coupe Denza Z9 GT by fitting it with a second‑generation Blade battery of 122.4 kWh capacity. As a result, the new model announces a record range—1036 km on the CLTC cycle—and the base model is priced at $39,100.

Key features
Parameter Details Battery Blade 2nd generation, 122.4 kWh Range (CLTC) 1036 km (rear‑drive version) Base model price $39,100

Fast charging
- 70 % charge in 5 minutes on proprietary express‑charging stations.
- 97 % in 9 minutes.
- At –30 °C the battery almost fully recovers in 12 minutes, which was previously unavailable for older models.

Hybrid option
If you want to rely less on charging infrastructure, consider the hybrid Denza Z9 GT:
- Traction battery—63.8 kWh.
- Electric range without recharging—401 km.
- Fully charged and with a full tank—up to 1301 km without stops.

“Rear‑axle only” mode
For enthusiasts of powerful rear‑drive sports cars, BYD offers a model with a single electric motor:
- Motor power—496 hp.
- With the Blade battery (122.4 kWh)—range up to 1036 km.

Three‑motor version
- Total power—1156 hp.
- Battery 122.4 kWh → range 860 km; battery 102.3 kWh → 820 km.
- Acceleration to 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds.

Additional details
- On the updated Z9 GT, rear door handles are now heated—deviating from current regulatory trends.
- A total of five trim levels are available. Orders are already being accepted this week.

Comparison with the sedan
The Denza Z9 sedan in the “long‑haul” variant, equipped with a single electric motor and the largest battery, can travel up to 1068 km without recharging. This means the Z6 GT record will not last long.

Thus, BYD has demonstrated impressive figures for range, charging speed, and configuration flexibility, offering a wide array of options for different consumers.