BYD to Launch Denza Z in Europe First with Debut Ride at Goodwood Festival of Speed in July

BYD is planning to release its Denza Z electric hypercar to Europe first, with an inaugural ride scheduled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK this July.

The Denza Z, unveiled as a convertible at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, was first revealed as a concept at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show and styled by Wolfgang Egger, former Audi design chief. It will be available in three variants: hardtop, convertible, and track edition.

The convertible model features a four-seat layout and a sophisticated soft-top mechanism that neatly stows into the rear trunk. Design highlights include a streamlined front fascia, elongated doors with hidden handles, large alloy wheels, and sport calipers. The production version omits a prominent rear spoiler.

Inside, the cabin includes an instrument display alongside a floating square-shaped screen, a wireless charging panel, and control buttons in the center console area. The Denza Z boasts a combined output exceeding 1,000 horsepower, achieving 0-100km/h acceleration in under two seconds. The model displayed at the Beijing show featured an exclusive “Fiorentine” green colourway, with over a dozen custom colours available for customers.

Advanced technologies include a steer-by-wire system, DiSus-M intelligent magnetorheological suspension with predictive road-sensing, full chassis control, and an E3 “Yi Sanfang” all-wheel drive system. Hood air ducts provide sufficient downforce at high speeds, enabling what Denza describes as “ground-hugging flight.” The brand has confirmed plans to challenge the Nürburgring Nordschleife, with timing results to be announced.

The Denza Z will launch globally at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July, with international markets receiving priority before the domestic China launch. As BYD’s high-end brand, Denza’s global sales peaked at 18,139 units last December.