Denza has unveiled its Z electric supercar in Europe at the Paris motor show, showcasing three versions with up to 1,604 PS and ultra-fast charging capable of replenishing the battery from 10% to 97% in nine minutes.
The BYD-owned premium brand is displaying the Z Coupe, Z Spider and track-focused Z Racing, all built on its dedicated e3 Sports Car Platform.
Each uses three electric motors, with one driving the front axle and two independently powering the rear wheels. Combined output is 1,604 PS and 1,240 Nm.
The Coupe accelerates from 0–100 kph in 2.25 seconds and reaches 299 kph. With optional semi-slick tyres, the Racing cuts the acceleration time to 1.96 seconds and raises top speed to 349 kph.
All three variants use BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery with a capacity of 76 kWh, integrated into the vehicle structure through Cell-to-Body technology.
Claimed driving range is 409 km for the Coupe, 399 km for the Spider and 380 km for the Racing.
Charging is another highlight. BYD’s FLASH Charging technology supports a maximum output of 1,500 kW through a single connector, allowing the battery to recharge from 10% to 70% in five minutes or 97% in nine minutes.
Denza also claims a 20–97% recharge takes 12 minutes at minus 30°C.
The e3 architecture incorporates an integrated rear electric-drive unit, electronic torque distribution and Vehicle Motion Control, which coordinates braking, steering and suspension functions.
The Z introduces DiSus-M magnetorheological damping, using electronically controlled dampers that respond within milliseconds. Carbon-ceramic brakes are standard across the range.
The Coupe and Spider feature air suspension, while the Racing uses coil springs.
Despite its supercar positioning, the Z offers four seats, an 8.88-inch digital instrument panel, 12.8-inch infotainment screen and a Devialet sound system.
The Coupe and Racing provide 250 litres of luggage space, expandable to 550 litres with the rear seats folded.
Denza’s Paris display also includes the BAO 5 plug-in hybrid SUV, Z9GT grand tourer and D9 MPV.
Separately, Denza confirmed that its Z9GT will receive enhanced God’s Eye urban driving assistance through an over-the-air software update in 2027, subject to regulatory approval.
The upgraded system, called City Navigation on Driving Assistant (CNOA), is designed to handle complex urban traffic situations, including traffic lights, roundabouts, junctions and lane changes around stationary vehicles.
It can also detect pedestrians and cyclists, although the driver remains responsible for supervising its operation.
The Z9GT already carries the necessary hardware, comprising one LiDAR sensor, 11 cameras, three millimetre-wave radars and 12 ultrasonic sensors.
Denza said the software is undergoing calibration and adaptation ahead of European type approval under UN Regulation R171.
Driver monitoring will include eye movements, head position and hands on the steering wheel.
