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BYD to introduce new Denza Z9 GT variant in China, report says

Electrek reports that BYD plans to release a new tri-motor Denza Z9 GT model estimated to cost around $50,000.

The short version

  • BYD is scheduled to release a new model of its Denza Z9 GT on September 9.[Electrek]
  • The upcoming tri-motor variant is projected to carry a starting price of roughly $50,000.[Electrek]
  • Denza general manager Li Hui stated the Z9 GT has led China's luxury GT sales for multiple consecutive months, with Denza claiming a CLTC range up to 1,036 km.[Electrek]
  • European availability for the new lower-priced tri-motor version has not been confirmed.[Electrek]

Key facts

  • BYD is launching a new Denza Z9 GT model on September 9.[Electrek]
  • The new tri-motor variant is expected to start at approximately $50,000.[Electrek]
  • Denza claimed the vehicle achieves a CLTC range of up to 1,036 km, describing it as the longest pure electric driving range EV.[Electrek]
  • Denza general manager Li Hui claimed the Z9 GT has ranked as China's top-selling luxury GT for several consecutive months.[Electrek]

What remains uncertain

  • It is not yet confirmed whether BYD will release the lower-priced tri-motor model in European markets.[Electrek]

Sources

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