The BYD Denza Z9S sedan has been revealed with revised styling, a redesigned interior, and dual powertrain options. Credit: CNC Understand China EV’s Market Real-time notifications when critical EV data is released All important data in one place 2,000,000+ data points Become a member BYD’s Denza Z9S sedan has been revealed in production form, showing a new interior, revised exterior styling, and shorter dimensions than the Denza Z9 ahead of its market launch. The model is a separate sedan variant from the Denza Z9 GT shooting brake and joins the Z family with two powertrain configurations offering different output levels. The Z9S follows earlier regulatory and specification disclosures. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) filing previously showed the model’s dimensions and single-motor configuration, while later information from Denza detailed a tri-motor four-wheel-drive version. Z9S cabin gets a new layout According to Autohome’s report on the Z9S real-vehicle reveal, the sedan receives a redesigned interior layout compared with the existing Z9. It uses a new three-spoke steering wheel, while the instrument display is integrated into the centre console area with a straight-line piano-black lacquer finish. The dashboard features a large floating central touchscreen display. The source does not disclose the display size, resolution, or processor specifications. The centre console retains physical controls beneath the central touchscreen for functions including Auto Parking, e³ (tri-motor independent drive platform), and DiSus (intelligent body control system). Other visible changes include redesigned side air vents and revised decorative trim for the door speakers. The seats feature updated headrest styling and diamond-pattern quilting. The rear centre armrest incorporates an integrated control display. Additional seat functions, adjustment details, and material specifications have not been disclosed. Z9S gets a shorter body, two powertrains The Denza Z9S measures 5,090 mm in length, 1,980 mm in width, and 1,490 mm in height, with a 3,025 mm wheelbase. Compared with the Denza Z9 sedan, it is 145 mm shorter, 10 mm narrower, 28 mm lower, and has a 100 mm shorter wheelbase. Outside, the Z9S features roof-mounted LiDAR, split headlights with upper LED strips and lower main light units, updated door handles, black window trim, large wheels with yellow brake callipers, revised rear lights, and a redesigned rear bumper. The vehicle is equipped with BYD’s God’s Eye B LiDAR-assisted driving system. Detailed software functions, sensor specifications, and the LiDAR system’s operating parameters were not disclosed. A “Flash Charging” badge on the rear also indicates compatibility with BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery flash-charging system. The Z9S is listed with two powertrain versions. The single-motor variant produces 370 kW (496 hp) and uses a 102.326 kWh battery pack, with a Denza-listed CLTC range of 920 km. The tri-motor four-wheel-drive variant uses Denza’s e³ platform and produces a combined output of 890 kW (1,194 hp). It also uses the same 102.326 kWh battery pack, with a listed CLTC range of 780 km. The Z9S joins the Denza lineup after the brand’s existing models recorded 18,631 sales in June 2026, led by the D9 with 6,952 units and the Z9 GT with 6,025 units, according to China EV DataTracker. The cabin adopts a new three-spoke steering wheel, integrated instrument display and retained physical controls beneath the touchscreen. Most important news in your inbox. Recaps · scheduled All you need, in one email. Instant alerts · real-time Ping me when an article goes live. 0 of 27 topics selected Bundle into one email per day — instead of one email per article No spam · Unsubscribe with one click · Change settings anytime