BYD's next all-electric hypercar is a convertible that's coming to Europe first
BYD has unveiled the Denza Z, an all-electric hypercar with over 1,000 horsepower and a 0 to 60 mph time of under two seconds, debuting first in Europe. The convertible model, revealed at the Beijing Auto Show, will also come in hard-top and track versions and features advanced tech like DiSus-M suspension and tank turning. It will make its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July before wider release. Pricing and full specifications have not yet been disclosed.
- ▪The Denza Z is an all-electric hypercar developed by BYD under its Denza brand, delivering more than 1,000 horsepower.
- ▪It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than two seconds, rivaling high-performance models like the Rimac Nevera.
- ▪The car will be available in convertible, hard-top, and track configurations, with features such as DiSus-M intelligent suspension and Flash Charging.
- ▪BYD plans to launch the Denza Z in Europe first, with its debut set for the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July.
- ▪Unlike the limited-edition YangWang U9, the Denza Z is expected to have broader availability, though pricing has not been announced.
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