While the equipment list has not been announced, the long-wheelbase Denza D9 could get some additional features
BYD is set to launch its luxury brand Denza in India on 13th November. The first Denza model for India could be the D9 luxury MPV, followed by the Z9 GT high-performance shooting brake. While preparations are underway in India, BYD has filed a patent for a facelifted version of Denza D9 with longer wheelbase in its home market. This could also reach India at a later date, considering the popularity of long-wheelbase luxury cars over here.
Denza D9 LWB – What to expect?
Images published by China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) reveal a large MPV that is a facelifted version of Denza D9 which also features a longer wheelbase. We can see an all-new fascia now which features a more striking presence with its larger grille along with vertical lines. Another clue comes from the details found in the patent filing, where chief designer Wolfgang Egger is mentioned as one of its creators.
We can see the powered doors are now slightly longer and pillars are slightly redesigned. LED tail lights now flow into rear quarter panels more than before and they look slightly sleeker too. The exact dimensional specifications of this long-wheelbase model have not been revealed. Only a visual side by side comparison of the images reveal that the new model patented has a longer wheelbase than the standard Denza D9.
Details revealed in the patent images also match the profile of the Denza D9 long-wheelbase variant’s test mules spotted earlier. Key features include fender-side cameras and a LiDAR unit mounted on the roof. These features were seen with the test mules as well. Design of the alloy wheels is also the same.
Interior features
While there could be a possibility for some exclusive features with the long-wheelbase Denza D9, the equipment list will be largely the same as the standard D9 model. Denza D9 was updated earlier this year in April, when it received options of up to 10 screens. These include headrest displays, second-row armrest screens and a rear ceiling-mounted screen.
Tech package for the new Denza D9 includes an AI cockpit. All seats have ventilation, heating and power adjust functions. For second row passengers, there is an option for 16-point massage ‘Zero Pressure Cloud Velvet’ seats. Several of BYD’s advanced innovations are available with the D9 MPV. These include the dual-valve DiSus-C active suspension.
With this setup, motion sickness is reduced significantly. DiSus-C offers various other benefits such as enhanced stability in strong crosswinds. It can also easily manage a high-speed tyre blowout situation without losing control. Assisted driving functions are handled via BYD’s DiPilot 300 system, which is also referred to as God’s Eye B.
These systems work via inputs sourced from various sensors and radars. In addition to the roof-mounted LiDAR unit, there are twelve ultrasonic sensors and three mmWave radars. The system has advanced features like auto parking and Navigation on Autopilot (NoA) for cities and highways.
Performance, range
Denza D9 MPV is available in PHEV and pure EV formats across global markets. India is expected to get the EV version at the time of launch. The BEV variant utilizes a 115 kWh LFP battery pack, which is manufactured in-house by BYD. Range is 800 km as per CLTC standards and around 648 km as per WLTP standards. FWD variants use a 340 kW (456 hp) front motor.
AWD variants have an additional 70 kW electric motor at the rear. Combined output is 410 kW (550 hp). Range is 750 km as per CLTC and around 608 km as per WLTP. PHEV versions of Denza D9 combine a 154 hp 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with a 200 kW (268 hp) front motor and a 45 kW (60 hp) rear motor. AWD is standard with the PHEV model.
There are two battery pack options with the PHEV, a 58.5 kWh unit with the base variant and a larger 66.5 kWh LFP battery with the top trim. CLTC range in pure EV mode is 350 km and 401 km, respectively. Flash Charging is available for both EV and PHEV versions of Denza D9. These specifications are expected to be largely the same for the long-wheelbase version of Denza D9.
