In September, BYD introduced that it could be bringing its Denza luxurious model to Malaysia, with the transfer to take action cemented final month with the appointment of Sime Darby Auto Imports because the official importer and BYD Malaysia because the official distributor for Denza merchandise within the nation.
As anticipated, the automobile that may debut the BYD sub-brand right here would be the Denza D9, due in someday within the first quarter of 2025. First launched in 2022, the right-hand drive model of the Denza D9 in its all-electric type was launched in Hong Kong in June this 12 months, and this would be the model that may go on sale in Malaysia. The RHD examples on this photograph set are from the first-batch roll-off ceremony that was held in Changsha, China a while again.
Measuring 5,250 mm lengthy, 1,950 mm large and 1,920 mm tall, with a 3,110 mm-long wheelbase, the Denza D9 sits roughly in between the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire and the bigger Hyundai Staria when it comes to measurement. Different rivals in a fast-crowding area will embody the Zeekr 009 and GAC M8.
No indication as but as to the variants that shall be bought right here, however the electrical D9 is obtainable in two completely different drivetrain guises, with the bottom model being outfitted with a front-mounted electrical motor rated at 313 PS (308 hp or 230 kW) and 360 Nm of torque, enabling a 0-100 km/h time of 9.5 seconds and a most vary of 520 km (WLTP) or, in the event you favor the extra beneficiant CLTC commonplace, 620 km.
The subsequent step up are two AWD variants, which provides a rear electrical motor with 61 PS (60 hp or 45 kW) and 110 Nm for a complete all-wheel drive system output of 374 PS (369 hp or 275 kW) and 470 Nm. The 0-100 km/h dash time improves to six.9 seconds as outcome, though vary is diminished to 480 km (WLTP, or 600 km CLTC)
All variants of the D9 EV characteristic a BYD-produced lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery with an vitality capability of 103 kWh, which helps DC quick charging at a peak capability of 166 kW.
Inside area is among the highlights touted by the automaker, with the D9 in a position to comfortably accommodate seven adults, every 180 cm tall. In the meantime, the cargo space is alleged to have the ability to deal with as much as seven 20-inch suitcases and 7 enterprise backpacks. Quietness of the cabin can also be one other notable level, with the model saying that the noise degree contained in the D9 measures solely 64.6 dBA when cruising at 120 km/h.
Novelties are led by second-row, 10-way adjustable captain seats, every with their very own armrest digital screens and outfitted with heating/air flow and 10-point therapeutic massage features. The equipment record additionally contains a big panoramic glass roof, Nappa leather-based upholstery and actual wooden veneer trim components, textured suede roof liner, three 50 watt wi-fi charging pads (one entrance row, two second row) and 6 USB ports.
Additionally to be discovered are a 15.6-inch central touchscreen show and 10.25-inch digital instrument display screen, a head-up show, a three-zone unbiased local weather management system, a 14-speaker Dynaudio audio system and a 7.5 litre fridge with twin temperature management (providing adjustment between -6 and 50 levels Celsius), positioned under the arm relaxation in between the entrance seats.
There’s additionally ambient lighting, a PM2.5 air cleansing system with a unfavorable ion air purifier, an electrical tailgate and distant automobile/air-conditioning begin. As for security and driver help gear, the record for these contains eight airbags and the standard raft of ADAS equipment, together with adaptive cruise management, AEB, entrance and rear collision warning, lane departure warning and lane preserving help.
No pricing indicators as but, however in China, the all-electric D9 is priced from RMB379,800 to RMB 469,800 (RM233,620 to RM289,000). In Singapore, the place the EV was launched final month, the front-wheel drive D9 Elite is priced at SGD296,888 (RM983,770), whereas the D9 Grandeur AWD is priced at SGD341,888 (RM1.132 million), each together with COE.
GALLERY: Denza D9 EV, right-hand drive first-batch manufacturing roll-off
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