The launch event in Paris marked Denza's European debut, with the Z9GT positioned as its first model for the European and UK markets. According to multiple reports, the Z9GT is available in both fully-electric and plug-in hybrid variants, offering flexibility for different driving needs. The vehicle is compatible with BYD's advanced Flash Charging technology, which multiple reports indicate can deliver charging speeds of up to 1,500 kW.
Under normal temperatures, this technology can charge a compatible electric vehicle from 10% to 70% in just five minutes, significantly reducing charging times compared to conventional systems. BYD has already established a substantial Flash Charging infrastructure in China, with 4,239 stations currently operational and forecasts for another 16,000 installations in 2026. These stations are reported to be three times faster than the most powerful EV chargers currently available in the UK, potentially addressing range anxiety for European customers.
Daniel Craig represents a powerful combination of strength, sophistication and authenticity. Those qualities resonate deeply with what Denza stands for. As we bring the brand to the world - across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa - we are proud to welcome an actor whose presence and character reflect the spirit of Denza. Together, we want to show how technology, design and emotion can come together to create a new vision of premium mobility.
To minimize grid impact, the Flash Charging stations utilize an on-site energy storage system, according to multiple reports. The exact number of Flash Charging stations BYD plans to install in the UK this year remains unspecified, and the precise launch date for the Z9GT in the UK has not been confirmed. BYD's market position strengthens Denza's entry, as the parent company overtook Tesla as the world's largest EV seller last year, according to multiple reports.
This expansion comes amid competitive developments in fast-charging technology. Aftonbladet reports that Geely charged a Lynk & Co 10 with an Energee Golden Brick battery from 10% to 97% in 8 minutes and 42 seconds, while the same source indicates Geely's charging from 10% to 80% took 5 minutes and 32 seconds, highlighting rapid industry advancements. The exact price of the Denza Z9GT and its range under European test cycles have not been disclosed, and specific European markets beyond the UK for Denza's launch, along with their timelines, are still unknown.
Stella Li, BYD executive vice president, emphasized the brand's vision in an official statement, noting that Daniel Craig represents a powerful combination of strength, sophistication and authenticity, qualities that resonate deeply with what Denza stands for, and that as Denza expands globally across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, the partnership aims to show how technology, design and emotion can create a new vision of premium mobility.