Denza Z: 1,582hp EV Supercar Specs & 0-60
BYD's luxury sub-brand Denza took the wraps off its Z electric supercar at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed (July 9–12), and the numbers demand attention. Three variants, a triple-motor drivetrain making 1,582 hp, and a starting price below a Porsche 911 GTS: the Denza Z is the most aggressive argument yet that Chinese EVs have arrived in the supercar segment.
This breakdown covers every confirmed spec, where the figures come from, and what the acceleration claims actually mean when you put them through the same lens as a manufacturer-vs-GPS analysis.
What Is the Denza Z?
Denza is BYD's premium sub-brand, positioned between BYD's mainstream lineup and the Yangwang hypercar division. Where the Yangwang U9 Xtreme is a track-focused 3,042 PS machine designed to set records, the Denza Z is meant to be a genuine road car you could drive daily — with four seats, a 255-mile range, and charging that can refill the battery to 97% in nine minutes on BYD's own 1,500 kW network.
The Z uses a triple-motor layout: one motor drives the front axle, two independently power the rear. Total output is 1,582 hp (1,180 kW; 1,604 PS in metric). Torque is 915 lb-ft. The 76 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery sits low in the floor.
Denza Z Acceleration: Variant-by-Variant
Three production variants are confirmed:
| Variant | 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | Top Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe | 2.25 s (claimed) | 186 mph | Street tires, 255-mile range |
| Spider | 2.3 s (claimed) | 186 mph | Open-top; 249-mile range |
| Racing | 1.96 s (claimed) | 217 mph | Optional semi-slick tires required for 1.96 s |
A fourth variant — referred to as the Special Edition — is planned with over 1,973 hp and a claimed 0–62 mph time of less than 1.7 seconds. Specs for that version have not been finalized.
The 1.96-Second Caveat
The Racing variant's 1.96-second claim specifically requires optional semi-slick tires. On the standard street tires, Denza has not published a Racing-specific time, so the street-tire figure is likely closer to the Coupe's 2.25 seconds. This distinction matters: the 1.96 is a race-condition number, not what you would see leaving a stoplight.
For context, the Porsche 911 Turbo S was tested at 2.0 seconds to 60 mph by Car and Driver — on street tires, on a prepped surface. The Denza Z Coupe at 2.25 seconds is a meaningful step behind that in street conditions, not a step ahead.
How 1,582 HP Compares
The Denza Z's power output sits in genuinely rarefied territory:
| Car | Power | 0–62 mph | Starting price (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denza Z Coupe | 1,582 hp | 2.25 s (claimed) | £142,900 |
| Porsche 911 Turbo S | 640 hp | 2.0 s (C&D tested) | £188,000 |
| Ferrari 296 GTB | 830 hp | 2.9 s (Ferrari claim) | ~£290,000 |
| Rimac Nevera R | 2,107 hp | 1.66 s (Dewesoft verified) | ~$2.4M |
| Tesla Model S Plaid | 1,020 hp | 2.0 s (Tesla claim, rollout) | ~$90,000 |
The ZR1X comparison is instructive: the Corvette ZR1X made 1,250 hp and hit 1.68 seconds to 60 mph on a prepped surface. The Denza Z has more power but slower claimed times on street tires — because the Z is heavier (weight has not been officially disclosed, but 2,000–2,200 kg is typical for cars in this size class) and the Racing's best time requires semi-slicks.
Power alone does not produce acceleration times. Weight, traction management, and tire compound all determine what the stopwatch sees.
Price: Less Than a 911 GTS
UK pricing at Goodwood launch:
| Variant | UK Price |
|---|---|
| Coupe | £142,900 |
| Spider | £159,900 |
| Racing | £172,900 |
| Special Edition | TBC |
For reference, the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS costs £145,900 in the UK. The Denza Z Coupe undercuts it at launch — an arresting price position for a car making more than twice the horsepower.
US pricing has not been officially announced. Pre-sale figures from China indicate a starting price around $184,800–$191,400, but those numbers apply to the domestic Chinese market and may not translate directly to a US spec.
Battery and Charging
The 76 kWh LFP battery gives the Coupe a 255-mile range (WLTP; EPA not yet certified). LFP chemistry is well-suited to high-rate charging because it is more thermally stable than NMC, which is why BYD can claim 10-to-97% in nine minutes without a thermal caveat.
Those nine minutes, however, require BYD's own 1,500 kW charging infrastructure. At a standard 150 kW DC station — the most common fast-charger in the UK and US — expect roughly a 35–40 minute 10-to-80% session. The ultra-fast charge rate is real, but it is infrastructure-dependent.
Manufacturer Claims vs. Real-World GPS
Every time in this article is a Denza claim made at launch. No independent third-party test has been published as of July 13, 2026.
The 1.96-second Racing time requires semi-slick tires, a controlled launch environment, and optimal battery state of charge — conditions that favour the manufacturer's figure. Real-world GPS timing on a street surface with street tires will produce a different number, and the spread between a launch-condition claim and a driver-recorded GPS run is typically 0.2–0.6 seconds on high-performance cars.
FastTrack's GPS acceleration timing uses the same one-foot-rollout standard that Dragy and RaceBox use, so if you get behind the wheel of a Denza Z, your first measured run will tell you what it actually does against the clock — not what a controlled launch test showed. Compare your result to the EV 0-60 leaderboard to see where it falls in the real-world data.
FAQ
What is the Denza Z?
The Denza Z is a triple-motor electric supercar from Denza, BYD's luxury sub-brand. It produces 1,582 hp, seats four, and was unveiled at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed in three variants: Coupe, Spider, and Racing.
How fast is the Denza Z 0-60?
Denza claims 2.25 seconds 0–62 mph for the Coupe on street tires. The Racing variant claims 1.96 seconds, but that time requires optional semi-slick tires. These are launch-condition manufacturer figures; independent GPS tests have not been published.
How much does the Denza Z cost?
In the UK, the Coupe starts at £142,900, the Spider at £159,900, and the Racing at £172,900. US pricing has not been officially confirmed; pre-sale estimates suggest around $184,000–$191,000.
How does the Denza Z compare to the Porsche 911 GTS?
The 911 GTS costs £145,900 in the UK (just above the Denza Z Coupe's £142,900) and makes 640 hp. In tested conditions, Car and Driver measured the 911 Turbo S at 2.0 seconds to 60 mph on street tires — meaningfully quicker than the Denza Z Coupe's claimed 2.25 seconds. The Denza Z has more than twice the power, but weight and tire compound are what the stopwatch actually measures.
Is the Denza Z available in the US?
Denza has not announced a US launch date or confirmed US pricing as of July 2026. The car was shown at Goodwood with UK pricing confirmed; a North American rollout timeline has not been specified.
How quickly can the Denza Z charge?
On BYD's own 1,500 kW chargers, the Denza Z can reach 10-to-70% in five minutes and 10-to-97% in nine minutes. On standard 150 kW public chargers, expect a 10-to-80% charge in roughly 35–40 minutes.