The Denza Z9GT was unveiled on the windswept coast of Sardinia during the Swan Porto Rafael Challenge, showcasing BYD’s luxury brand alongside high‑performance Nautor Swan sailing yachts.
Event highlights and brand partnership
Set against the backdrop of Gallura’s clear skies and the sea’s salty scent, the event brought together sailors, local entrepreneurs and automotive journalists. The venue, Porto Rafael, is a small but well‑known stop for the Swan One Design circuit, where owners compete in identical boats that demand precise handling.
Luisa Bambozzi of ClubSwan Racing opened the gathering, noting that the yachts “are racing vessels for those who love the sea, nautical jewels with quality in every element, where nothing is left to chance.” She emphasized that the partnership with Denna reflects a shared focus on elegance, precision and technology, a link that has deepened during the second year of sponsorship.
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According to the organizers, the collaboration aims to illustrate how both sailing and driving require careful energy management, precise control and performance under changing conditions.
Technical specifications of the Denza Z9GT
The shooting‑brake‑style vehicle departs from traditional station wagons with a cabin that includes fully climate‑controlled seats and a lounge‑like atmosphere. It arrives in two powertrains: a fully electric version and a “Super Hybrid” plug‑in model.
Both variants feature a trio of motors—one up front and two at the rear—each rear motor driving a single wheel. The rear wheels also steer, offering up to 8.5° of angle, which reduces the turning circle to roughly 5.35 metres and aids tight cornering and parallel parking.
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Pricing and availability
The model is offered in a single trim for each powertrain. The hybrid version is priced at €102,450, while the pure‑electric variant starts at €116,450. Buyers receive a suite of services through the Denza app, including home maintenance, valet options and a year of complimentary Flash charging. Orders placed before the end of September extend the free‑charging benefit to 18 months.
New Denza showrooms will display the Z9GT alongside other premium BYD products, emphasizing a seamless digital‑first ownership experience.
For more context on the sailing partner, see the Nautor Swan Wikipedia page.
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