We exclusively reported that BYD would bring its luxury sub-brand Denza to our market. The Chinese carmaker will enter our shores with the D9 luxury MPV. While a festive season launch is being considered, it could be moved to the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in February 2027. Here’s all that you can expect from the Denza D9.
1. What seating configurations will the Denza D9 offer?
The Denza D9 is expected to come with a 2+2+3 seating layout. Rivals such as the Toyota Vellfire and Lexus LM offer the same configuration, whereas the latter also gets a 2+2 option. The MG M9 and Mercedes-Benz V-Class offer a 2+2+2 configuration, with the Mercedes also being available in a 2+2 seating layout.
2. How large is the Denza D9?
The global-spec Denza D9 is 5,250mm long, 1,960mm wide and 1,920mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,110mm. So in terms of length, width and wheelbase, it is larger than the Toyota and Lexus but shorter than them in height. The D9 is shorter than the M9 and V-Class in length and wheelbase but wider than the V-Class and taller than both the M9 and V-Class.
3. Will the Denza D9 arrive in India as a CBU or will it be locally assembled?
Initially, the Denza D9 is expected to be sold as a full import in India. This will allow Denza to enter the market quickly, assess demand and take long-term decisions accordingly.
4. What features are expected on the Denza D9?
As for equipment, the global-spec D9 gets a 15.6-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a panoramic sunroof, 8-way powered front seats with ventilation and massage functions, ambient lighting, triple-zone air conditioning, a 14-speaker Dynaudio audio system, an air purifier, a wireless phone charger, a 12-inch head-up display, a powered tailgate and sliding rear doors.
Safety features include multiple airbags, an advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) suite, surround-view cameras, ESC, traction control, Isofix mounts, hill-hold control, driver fatigue warning and distraction detection, a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and an auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (IRVM).
5. What features are the second row occupants likely to get in the Denza D9?
The second-row captain chairs have built-in leg rests, 10-way power adjustment with memory and ventilation and massage functions. There’s also a powered boss mode, a refrigerator and retractable tables. Additionally, LED displays integrated within their armrests control various car functions.
6. What powertrains are expected to power the Denza D9?
Globally, the Denza D9 is available in all-electric and plug-in hybrid versions. However, BYD is likely considering the former for India as EVs are subject to a lower 5 percent GST. Plug-in hybrid variants could be considered at a later stage.
While exact specifications remain under wraps, the global-spec D9 electric is powered by a 103.6kW battery pack. This battery pack can be had in an FWD configuration with a motor producing 314hp and 360Nm of torque. AWD versions add a 61hp, 110Nm motor, bringing the combined power output to 373hp and 470Nm of torque.
FWD versions offer an NEDC-claimed range of 600km, while AWD versions have a claimed range of 580km. As far as charging is concerned, the D9 supports up to 11kW and 166kW outputs on AC and DC charging, respectively.
7. Will the Denza D9 be sold alongside other models from the BYD stable?
To maintain distinction between BYD and its sub-brand, the Denza D9 is expected to be sold via dedicated Denza outlets rather than through its existing retail network.
8. What is the expected price of the Denza D9?
Expect the Denza D9 to have an ex-showroom price of around Rs 90 lakh. The D9 will compete in the growing luxury MPV space and be positioned above the all-electric MG M9 (Rs 79.95 lakh) while undercutting the strong-hybrid-powered Toyota Vellfire (Rs 1.20 crore) and Lexus LM (Rs 2.20 crore to Rs 2.75 crore) and the Mercedes V-Class (Rs 1.40 crore), which offers petrol and diesel engines.
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