BYD Denza Z9 GT Launched in India at ₹1.57 Crore: 1,140 bhp Tri-Motor Shooting Brake Arrives via CBU

BYD has officially introduced its luxury sub-brand, Denza, to the Indian market with the launch of the flagship Denza Z9 GT alongside the D9 electric MPV.

Priced at ₹1.57 Crore (ex-showroom), the Denza Z9 GT arrives in India as a Completely Built Unit (CBU). Positioned as a four-door electric Shooting Brake—combining the low-slung nose of a sports sedan with a sloping roofline and hatchback rear—the Z9 GT enters the market as the only vehicle of its body style currently on sale in India.

BYD Denza Z9 GT India Price & Key Specifications

Underpinned by BYD’s dedicated e3 platform with cell-to-body (CTB) battery architecture, the Z9 GT pairs hypercar-grade acceleration with grand-touring battery capacity.

Powertrain, Battery & Performance

The Denza Z9 GT is driven by a three-motor all-wheel-drive system. A single 308 bhp electric motor powers the front axle, while two independent 416 bhp motors drive the rear wheels. Together, the setup delivers a staggering 1,140 bhp and 1,210 Nm of peak torque.

This output allows the electric Shooting Brake to sprint from 0 to 100 kmph in a claimed 2.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 269 kmph. Supplying energy to the tri-motor setup is a massive 122.49 kWh battery pack, rated for a WLTP-certified driving range of up to 598 km on a single charge.

Exterior Design & Active Aerodynamics

The Z9 GT’s exterior is engineered around aerodynamic efficiency and road presence:

• Front Fascia: Features a sculpted, low-slung nose with active air-cooling vents integrated into the lower bumper alongside radar modules and parking sensors.
• Side Profile: Defined by clean surfacing, muscular rear haunches, large alloy wheels, and illuminated side skirts that project a welcome light carpet onto the ground.
• Rear & Aero Hardware: Sports hourglass-shaped LED tail-lights positioned beneath a single-piece suspended roof spoiler and an active retractable rear wing. The wing works in tandem with adaptive air suspension, which automatically lowers the ride height at higher speeds to sharpen handling and reduce drag.

Interior, Screens & Luxury Features

Thanks to the flat-floor layout enabled by cell-to-body battery integration, the Denza Z9 GT offers a spacious, tech-heavy four-door cabin:

Multi-Screen Cockpit

• 17.3-inch central infotainment touchscreen
• 13.2-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver
• 13.2-inch dedicated entertainment display for the front passenger
• 50-inch Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR-HUD)

Seating & Cabin Comfort

• Front Row: Both seats feature 8-way power adjustment, heating, ventilation, and a 10-point massage function. The driver's seat adds active side bolsters that inflate dynamically during cornering for added lateral support.
• Rear Row: Executive-style rear seating includes heating, ventilation, massage functions, and power-extended leg rests.
• Premium Amenities: Equipped with a built-in refrigerated storage compartment, a panoramic glass roof with an electric sunshade, three 50W wireless phone chargers (two in the front, one in the rear), and a 20-speaker, 1,150W Devialet audio system with Dolby Atmos support.

Market Outlook

By bringing the Denza Z9 GT to India at ₹1.57 crore alongside the ₹90 lakh Denza D9 MPV, BYD is making a clear push into the luxury EV space—offering supercar-rivalling performance and flagship cabin tech at a price point that undercuts several established European performance EVs.