Denza models in Moldova
Prices are the lowest in our catalog on October 5, 2026, excluding cars already sold. They are final prices in Moldova, including transport, customs and registration. Those not in stock we bring from China, in 4–8 weeks on average.
Denza N7
Electric. No longer made in China; we bring what is still available.
Denza Z9
Plug-in hybrid.
Denza Z9 GT
Plug-in hybrid.
Denza D9
Plug-in hybrid.
Denza N8L
Plug-in hybrid.
Denza N9
Plug-in hybrid.
Auto Outlet catalog · October 5, 2026
Lowest final price in Moldova, by Denza model
We bring all the models above to order.
We can also bring any other Denza model sold in China. See the full lineup below.
What to know before buying a Denza
- The brand depends heavily on a single model. The D9 MPV brought 93% of sales in 2023 and about 89% in the first eight months of 2024. The N9 and N8L SUVs are only a year old, and the N7 and Z9 left the lineup after less than three years.
- No own network in Moldova. In Europe, Denza has only been selling since April 2026, in five countries. Service and parts come through our partner network and through BYD, not through a Denza dealer.
- Flash charging needs special stations. The five minutes for 10–70% are only possible at high-power BYD stations, and in Europe the fastest ones use a Chinese connector. At a regular fast charger, the car charges at the station's speed.
- The software is designed for China. Cars brought from China have infotainment and driver assistance calibrated for the Chinese market. The resale value of a Chinese premium car is still hard to estimate here, and models are updated often, sometimes every six months.
Denza · annual sales
Denza cars sold per year
The 2023 jump came almost entirely from the D9, launched in August 2022. In 2025, growth came from the new N9 and N8L SUVs. In the first four months of 2026 sales fell 38%, then recovered in July, up 69%.
Source: Denza and BYD (monthly releases), via CnEVPost, BitAuto, CarSifu and the Chinese press
- D9, cumulative deliveries300,000 in November 2025, just over three years after launch
- Total Denza production500,000 cars on May 16, 2026
- D9, second generationthe first unit was BYD's 16-millionth electrified vehicle (April 17, 2026)
- D9 share of Denza salesabout 89% of sales in January–August 2024
Brand facts
| Full name | Shenzhen Denza New Energy Vehicle Co., Ltd. (until 2021: Shenzhen BYD Daimler New Technology Co., Ltd.) |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Shenzhen, Guangdong province, China |
| Owner | BYD, 100% since September 2024. Until 2022, 50% BYD and 50% Daimler (Mercedes-Benz); then 90% BYD and 10% Mercedes-Benz |
| Company type | Wholly owned BYD subsidiary, the group's premium brand |
| What it makes | Only electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) cars: large MPVs, large SUVs, a sedan, a GT and, from 2026, a sports car |
| Related brands | BYD (main brand), Fangchengbao (off-road), Yangwang (luxury) |
| Presence in Europe | On sale since April 2026 in France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK, with the Z9 GT and D9. BYD's announced plan: at least 30 countries and at least 150 stores by the end of 2026. No official representation in Moldova |
| In-house technology | The three-motor e³ (易三方) platform, DiSus (云辇) suspension, God's Eye (天神之眼) driver assistance, the second-generation Blade battery with flash charging |
A short history
Denza was born on May 27, 2010, when BYD and Daimler, the group that owned Mercedes-Benz, signed a 50/50 joint venture. The joint company received its license in 2011, and the Denza name appeared in 2012. The idea was simple: BYD brought the batteries and electric motors, Daimler the premium car experience. It was the first Sino-foreign joint venture dedicated to electric cars.
The first model, the Denza EV, arrived in December 2014. Sales stayed small for years, under 5,000 cars a year until 2021. The Denza X SUV, launched in 2020, did not catch on.
In December 2021, Daimler announced it would cut its stake from 50% to 10%, and the deal closed in 2022: BYD took control with 90%. The company was renamed, and the brand was relaunched in August 2022 with the D9 MPV. The D9 changed everything: in 2023 Denza sold 127,840 cars, almost 13 times more than in 2022, and the D9 was China's best-selling MPV in 2023 and 2024.
In September 2024, Mercedes-Benz sold its last 10%, and Denza became a 100% BYD subsidiary. The Z9 GT and the Z9 sedan, the first models on the e³ platform, arrived at the same time. The large N9 (March) and N8L (October) SUVs followed in 2025. Sales rose to 157,134 cars, up almost 25%, but far below the target of more than 300,000 announced at the start of the year.
The brand was presented for Europe in Milan in April 2025, but the launch was postponed until April 8, 2026, in Paris. The second-generation D9 arrived in April 2026: the first unit was BYD's 16-millionth electrified vehicle. In 2026, Denza dropped the N7 SUV and the Z9 sedan, unveiled the Z sports car, and is launching the Z9S electric sedan on September 23.
What sets it apart
e³ (易三方): three electric motors
On the Z9 GT, N9 and Z9S, each rear wheel has its own motor, plus one motor at the front. The car controls the force at each wheel separately, so it can turn tightly on the spot, move diagonally (“crab walk”) when parking, and stay stable on ice or in a tire blowout at high speed. The rear wheels also steer, independently.
Flash charging with the second-generation Blade battery
The 2026 models (Z9 GT, second-generation D9, N8L, N9) use BYD's new Blade LFP battery. At dedicated BYD stations, the Z9 GT and D9 charge from 10% to 70% in about five minutes. At a regular fast charger, the power is limited by the station: up to 270 kW for the Z9 GT.
Plug-in hybrids with long electric range
Denza's PHEV versions run mostly on electricity. The second-generation D9 PHEV has up to 401 km of electric range on the Chinese CLTC cycle, and the N8L has 430 km. In practice, especially in winter, expect lower figures.
God's Eye, BYD's driver assistance
Denza uses the top versions of the God's Eye (天神之眼) system, with LiDAR sensors: one on the N9, three on the second-generation D9. The assisted-driving functions are calibrated for Chinese roads and maps.
Denza uses a letter for the family and a number for the size. D stands for MPV (D9), N for SUV (N7, N8, N8L, N9), and Z is the sporty family: the Z9 sedan, the Z9 GT, the smaller Z9S sedan and the Z sports car. The L in N8L marks the long version, with three rows of seats. For export, Denza also sells the B5 and B8, which are Fangchengbao SUVs with the Denza badge.
The full Denza lineup and positioning
Denza is BYD's premium brand: above BYD in price, below Yangwang. In Europe it targets BMW and Mercedes-Benz customers, and in China it competes in the large family MPV and SUV segments.
The Price level column shows, on a scale of 1 to 4, how expensive the model is: from budget to premium. The European rival column is a reference for size and class; it doesn't mean the cars are the same. The yellow tag marks models in our catalog.
| Model | Export name | Type | Powertrain | Price level | European rival, for reference |
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| D9 (second generation) in catalog on sale; second generation since April 2026 | D9 | Large MPV, 7 seats | PHEV, EV | Mercedes-Benz V-Class | |
| N9 in catalog on sale since March 2025; flash-charging version since 2026 | — | Large SUV, 5.26 m | PHEV | BMW X7 | |
| N8L in catalog PHEV on sale since October 2025; EV launching September 2026 | — | Large SUV, 6 seats | PHEV, EV | Volvo XC90 | |
| N8 (second generation) in catalog registered with Chinese authorities in July 2026; official launch announced for 2026 | — | Large SUV, 5 seats | EV | BMW iX | |
| Z9 GT in catalog on sale since September 2024; in Europe since April 2026 | Z9 GT | Large GT, shooting brake | EV, PHEV | Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo | |
| Z9S launching September 23, 2026 | — | Large sedan | EV | Mercedes-Benz EQE | |
| Z in catalog unveiled in April 2026; pre-orders in China since July 2026, deliveries announced by the end of 2026 | Z | Sports car, coupé and convertible | EV | Porsche 911 | |
| Z9 in catalog dropped from the lineup in 2026; replaced by the Z9S | — | Large sedan | EV, PHEV | BMW 5 Series | |
| N7 in catalog discontinued: production stopped in February 2026, according to the Chinese press; no longer listed on the official website | — | Midsize SUV | EV | Mercedes-Benz EQC |
Related brands
BYD
The world's largest maker of electric and plug-in hybrid cars. Denza uses BYD batteries, motors and software.
Fangchengbao
BYD's off-road SUVs. Two of them are sold for export under the Denza badge, as the B5 and B8.
Yangwang
BYD's top brand, with luxury cars more expensive than Denza's.
The lineup changes several times a year. This list was checked in September 2026. Ask us about a specific model.
Denza to order
We don't have any Denza in stock right now, but we bring them to order. Here are some cars we can bring, with the final price in Moldova: shipping, customs and registration included.
Denza N72024 · 26,000 km · Electric · 4x4€28,990To order
Denza Z92024 · 3,900 km · Plug-in hybrid · 4x4€34,300To order
Denza Z9GT2024 · 7,000 km · Plug-in hybrid · 4x4€35,990To order
Denza D92024 · 9,000 km · Plug-in hybrid€40,800To orderStock changes daily. As of October 5, 2026.
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Sources
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- Wikipedia: Denza: The joint venture of May 27, 2010, the 2011 license, the 2012 name, the Denza EV (December 2014), Daimler's reduced stake (2021), the lineup with statuses, annual sales 2015–2022.
- CnEVPost: BYD now holds 100% of Denza as Mercedes exits (16.09.2024): 50/50 joint venture, the first Sino-foreign joint venture for NEVs, BYD 90% in 2022, Mercedes exit on Sep 14, 2024, relaunch with the D9, D9 ~89% of sales Jan–Aug 2024, Z9 GT launch.
- electrive: Mercedes-Benz exits Denza completely: Mercedes-Benz's complete exit, September 2024.
- CnEVPost: BYD Dec 2025 sales breakdown: Denza 2025 sales: 157,134 (+24.67%); D9 in 2025: 103,460; December 2025 by model (D9 8,931, N8L 6,510, N9 2,035, Z9 549, N7 114).
- CnEVPost: Denza aims to sell over 300,000 cars in 2025: The target of more than 300,000 cars in 2025.
- CarSifu: BYD's Denza JV with Mercedes-Benz a success in 2023: 127,840 cars sold in 2023; D9 the MPV champion in 2023.
- CnEVPost: Denza launches updated D9 MPV (06.03.2024): 2023: 127,840 Denza cars, of which 119,182 were D9s (93%).
- BitAuto: Denza 2024 sales 126,035: 126,035 cars in 2024; D9 China's best-selling MPV for the second year in a row.
- GoodCarBadCar: Denza China sales figures: Sales 2019–2021 (for 2022 it gives 9,978, versus the 9,803 announced by Denza).
- CarNewsChina: Denza D9 hits 300,000 sales: 300,000 D9s delivered by Nov 29, 2025; launched August 2022; best-selling MPV two years in a row.
- CnEVPost: BYD reaches 16 millionth NEV with new Denza D9: The first second-generation D9 was BYD's 16-millionth NEV (Apr 17, 2026).
- CarNewsChina: second-gen Denza D9 launches: Second-generation D9 launch on Apr 27, 2026, second-generation Blade, flash charging, God's Eye 5.0.
- CnEVPost: Denza launches second-gen D9: D9 PHEV and EV, 401 km electric (CLTC), 10–70% in 5 minutes, three LiDARs.
- CnEVPost: Denza hits 500,000-vehicle production milestone: 500,000 cars produced (May 16, 2026); the flash-charging N9 is a PHEV; Jan–Apr 2026 sales: 29,886 (−38.05%).
- CnEVPost: Denza to launch N8L EV in September: N8L PHEV launched in October 2025, 430 km electric; N8L EV in September 2026; July 2026 sales: 19,196 (+68.76%).
- CnEVPost: Denza launches N9: N9 launch (Mar 21, 2025), PHEV on the e³ platform.
- CarNewsChina: Denza N9 PHEV launched with God's Eye B: N9 PHEV with a 2.0T engine and three electric motors, God's Eye B with one LiDAR.
- Wikipedia: Denza N9: N9 sales in 2025: 21,834.
- Wikipedia: Denza Z9: Z9 and Z9 GT, both in EV and PHEV versions; 2026 Z9 GT up to 270 kW at regular stations.
- CnEVPost: Denza Z9S to launch on Sept 23: Z9S launch on Sep 23, 2026, EV; Denza's Chinese website no longer lists the Z9.
- CnEVPost: Denza adds Z9GT variant: Three-motor Z9 GT e³, 10–70% in 5 minutes.
- Wikipedia: Denza N7: N7, electric SUV, produced from June 2023 to 2026.
- Wikipedia: Denza N8: Second-generation N8, 5-seat EV (July 2026).
- Wikipedia: Denza Z: The Z sports car, a three-motor EV, unveiled in Beijing on Apr 24, 2026.
- Wikipedia: Denza B5: The B5 is the Fangchengbao Bao 5 sold for export under the Denza badge; the same goes for the B8.
- Official Denza China website (tengshiauto.com), checked 23.09.2026: Current lineup: Z, Z9S, Z9 GT (EV and PHEV), D9 (EV and PHEV), N8L (EV and PHEV), N9; the N7 and Z9 no longer appear.
- Official Denza website: technology (framework): e³: three independent motors, independent rear-wheel steering, crab walk, on-the-spot turning, stabilization in a tire blowout; DiSus (云辇), God's Eye, DiLink.
- electrive: Denza celebrates its debut in Europe (10.04.2025): The Milan presentation, April 2025, Z9 GT the first model for Europe.
- paultan.org: Denza debuts in Europe, targets BMW and Mercedes: Denza targets BMW and Mercedes in Europe; Z9 GT and D9 the first models.
- electrive: Denza's planned launch in Europe faces delays: The postponed European launch.
- electrive: BYD brand Denza celebrates European debut (09.04.2026): The Paris launch, Apr 8, 2026; France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK; Z9 GT EV/PHEV, D9 DM-i; 1,500 kW charging requires a Chinese connector; 3,000 flash-charging stations planned in Europe.
- CarNewsChina: Denza Z9 GT launches in Europe: The plan of more than 30 countries and more than 150 stores in Europe by the end of 2026.
- CarNewsChina: 2026 Denza N9 launched: The N9 is 5.26 m long and a plug-in hybrid.
- CnEVPost: Denza to launch updated N9 just 6 months after rollout: N9 updated six months after launch.
- JSChina (Jiangsu): Denza releases its December 2022 sales: Denza 2022 sales: 9,803 (December 2022: 6,002), according to the brand's figures.
- CnEVPost: Denza aims to sell over 300,000 cars in 2025: 126,035 cars in 2024 (−1.41% from 127,840 in 2023); D9: 92,945 (83.75%).
- electrive: Daimler radically reduces involvement in Denza (29.12.2021): The cut from 50% to 10% announced in December 2021, with completion planned for mid-2022.
- OFweek: 腾势N7消逝 (the N7 leaves the lineup): N7 dropped from the official lineup; production of the 2025 N7 stopped from February 1, 2026.
- CnEVPost: BYD Denza files all-electric N8 SUV (11.07.2026): Electric 5-seat N8 registered with MIIT on Jul 10, 2026; official launch expected in 2026.
- Electrek: BYD reveals prices of Denza Z (09.07.2026): Denza Z pre-orders in China from 680,000 yuan; deliveries by the end of 2026; unveiled in Beijing, April 2026.
- BYD, press release: DENZA goes global with 'Technology Drives Elegance' (08.04.2026): First markets: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, UK; at least 30 countries and 150 stores by the end of 2026.
- CnEVPost: Denza launches N8L (28.10.2025): N8L launch on Oct 28, 2025 (so only two months of sales in 2025, under 13,000 units; N9 in 2nd place in 2025).
Stock and prices are from the Auto Outlet catalog, October 5, 2026.
Model photos are official manufacturer images (Denza).
Update history
- 23.09.2026: first version, with data checked against public sources and prices from the catalog.