BYD Launches Denza Z9 GT in Europe with 5-Minute Charging

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD announced plans to introduce its premium Denza Z9 GT model to Europe next month, featuring groundbreaking flash charging technology that can recharge the battery from 10 percent to 70 percent in just five minutes. The shooting brake grand tourer, built on a dedicated e3 platform, will debut at an event in Paris on April 8, with sales starting in April across major markets including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain.

The Z9 GT stands out for its 122 kWh Blade Battery 2.0, which enables a range of up to 800 kilometers, or about 497 miles, on a single charge in the rear-wheel-drive version. A high-performance trim with three electric motors delivers over 960 horsepower and accelerates from zero to 62 miles per hour in under three seconds. The battery's lithium iron phosphate chemistry enhances safety and reduces reliance on precious metals, while improved ion transport allows charging to 97 percent in nine minutes under normal conditions. Even in temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius, times extend by only about three minutes, according to company specifications.

This rapid charging relies on BYD's 1,500-kilowatt flash...