Denza D9 Launched in India at Rs 90 Lakh: 5 Key Things to Know

Denza has entered the Indian luxury car market with two models, the D9 electric MPV and the Z9 GT. The D9 has been launched at Rs 90 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in a single, fully loaded variant. It comes to India as a completely built unit (CBU) and gets a seven-seat layout. The electric MPV packs a 115.07kWh battery with a claimed NEDC range of 730km. Bookings have also started for a token amount of Rs 10 lakh. Here are five key things to know about the new Denza D9.

1. Denza D9 Design and Dimensions

The Denza D9 gets an upright front design with a large closed-off grille featuring vertical chrome strips. It comes with conventional headlamps, U-shaped LED DRLs and slim lighting elements below them. Silver C-shaped elements extend from the headlamp area towards the lower bumper. The side profile features a straight roofline and beltline, along with 18-inch alloy wheels. The MPV also gets powered sliding doors for the second and third rows, which can be operated using buttons or sensors. At the rear, it features a full-width LED tail-light bar with arrow-shaped lighting elements and Denza lettering on the tailgate. The powered tailgate comes with anti-pinch protection and a memory function. The D9 measures 5,250mm in length, 1,960mm in width and 1,900mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 3,110mm and offers 689 litres of boot space. The MPV is available in four exterior shades: Whale Sea Blue, Cosmos Black, Starry Night Grey and Arctic White.

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2. Denza D9 Interior and Features

The Denza D9 gets a seven-seat cabin with a 2+2+3 seating layout. Buyers can choose from three interior themes: Black and Brown, Black and Beige, and all-Black. All three rows get Nappa leather upholstery. The front seats are 8-way power-adjustable and come with massage and 4-way power-adjustable lumbar support. The driver's seat gets ventilation, while the front passenger seat features a Boss Mode function. The second-row seats also get power adjustment, ventilation, memory and ottoman support. The third-row seats offer 4-way electric adjustment. The dashboard houses a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. It also gets a two-spoke steering wheel with touch-enabled controls. Physical buttons are available on the centre console, which houses a 50W wireless charging pad and two cupholders.

Second-row passengers get individual touchscreens integrated into the armrests to control seat functions such as massage, ventilation and recline. There are also two additional 50W wireless charging pads and a refrigerator integrated into the centre armrest. Other features include a 16-speaker Devialet sound system, dual sunroofs, three-zone climate control and ambient lighting. The front row gets a single-pane sunroof, while the second and third rows get a panoramic sunroof. Safety features include nine airbags, an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), a 360-degree camera with blind-spot monitoring and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

3. Denza D9 Battery, Range and Performance

The Denza D9 is powered by a 115.07kWh BYD Blade battery pack paired with a single electric motor mounted on the front axle. The front-wheel-drive setup produces 462hp and 365Nm of torque. It has a claimed NEDC range of 730km and can accelerate from 0 to 100kph in 8.5 seconds. The electric MPV supports 11kW AC charging and DC fast charging. According to the company, the battery can charge from 10 to 97 per cent in a claimed 9 minutes under suitable fast-charging conditions. The suspension setup includes MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link arrangement at the rear. It also gets dual-valve DiSus-C semi-active dampers and ventilated disc brakes on all four wheels.

4. Denza D9 Price, Warranty and Booking Details

The Denza D9 is priced at Rs 90 lakh (ex-showroom) and is being sold in India as a fully imported model. It is available in a single, fully loaded variant. The electric MPV comes with a vehicle warranty of 6 years or 1.5 lakh km, whichever comes earlier. The battery pack gets a separate warranty of 8 years or 1.6 lakh km. Bookings have commenced for a token amount of Rs 10 lakh. Denza will sell the D9 through dedicated dealerships in six cities: Gurugram, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad.

5. Denza D9 Rivals in India

The Denza D9 competes with the MG M9, which is priced at Rs 79.95 lakh (ex-showroom). However, its all-electric powertrain and luxury-focused cabin also make it an alternative to premium MPVs such as the Toyota Vellfire and Mercedes-Benz V-Class. The Toyota Vellfire is priced between Rs 1.20 crore and Rs 1.30 crore, while the Mercedes-Benz V-Class costs Rs 1.40 crore (ex-showroom). With a large battery, a claimed 730km range and several comfort features, the Denza D9 brings another option to India's growing luxury MPV segment.

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