Whereas we await the arrival of the Denza D9 on our shores, slated for the primary half of subsequent yr, the electrical luxurious MPV has already been launched in Thailand – its second right-hand-drive ASEAN market after Singapore. There, the automotive is obtainable in Premium and Efficiency AWD variants, priced at 1,999,900 baht (RM258,700) and a couple of,699,900 baht (RM349,300) respectively.
As beforehand reported, the D9 is powered by a single entrance motor that produces 313 PS (230 kW) and 360 Nm of torque, getting it from zero to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds. The usual-fit 103.36 kWh Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery gives a variety of 520 km on the WLTP cycle.
The Efficiency AWD model, because the title suggests, comes with all-wheel drive by means of the fitment of a second motor on the again, producing 61 PS (45 kW) and 110 Nm. Complete system output is 374 PS (275 kW) and 470 Nm, slashing the century dash time to six.9 seconds but in addition lowering vary to 480 km. With an 800-volt electrical structure, the D9 can assist as much as 166 kW of DC quick charging energy, whereas AC charging is capped at 11 kW; charging instances haven’t been launched as but.
Even in comparison with different luxurious MPVs, the D9 is huge. Measuring 5,250 mm lengthy, 1,950 mm extensive and 1,920 mm tall, it’s 240 mm longer and 100 mm wider than the segment-defining Toyota Alphard/Vellfire and 41 mm longer and 72 mm taller than even the imposing Zeekr 009. Its 3,110 mm wheelbase, in the meantime, sits someplace between the Toyota’s (3,000 mm) and the Zeekr’s (3,205 mm).
Utilizing its sizeable dimensions to its benefit, the D9 presents loads of street presence, its black mask-like entrance finish incorporating the headlights and vertical chrome bars. The rear of the automotive, in the meantime, is dominated by giant sail-like silver D-pillars that lead into the full-width taillight bar. Tiny 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels come commonplace.
The dashboard of the D9 is often BYD, dominated by a large 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen from the Seal, though right here it doesn’t rotate. There’s additionally a ten.25-inch digital instrument show built-in into the fascia, a 12-inch head-up show and a 14-speaker Dynaudio sound system. Supplies are a step up, nevertheless, with real wooden trim, Nappa leather-based upholstery and suede headlining, though the final two are reserved for the Efficiency AWD mannequin.
As befits a luxurious MPV, the seven-seater D9 is awash with facilities that embrace ten-way power-adjustable second-row captain’s chairs with built-in armrest shows (controlling the heating, air flow and therapeutic massage capabilities), a 7.5 litre fridge with twin temperature management, a large panoramic glass roof, three 50-watt Qi wi-fi chargers (together with two on the second row) and triple-zone local weather management with a built-in air ioniser.
The D9 can be geared up with BYD’s DiSus-C Clever Damping Physique Management System, including adaptive dampers. The checklist of driver assists, in the meantime, is huge and contains autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise management with cease and go, lane centring help, blind spot monitoring, entrance and rear cross site visitors alert with auto brake and a door opening warning.
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