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Man of Many
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Man of Many
Spotted! BYD Denza B5 Testing in Sydney Ahead of Expected End-of-Year Arrival
By Ben McKimm - News Published: 24 Jul 2025 Share Copy Link 0 Readtime: 4 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Upcoming Denza B5 targets Ford Everest, Toyota Prado SUV buyers Ladder‑frame SUV packs 100 km EV range, 505 kW, 0‑100 km/h 4.8 s Denza B5 pricing expected near AUD $80k, Australian launch expected before 2025‑end Chinese-made cars have continued to assert their dominance on the new car market in Australia, squeezing the sales of household names like Subaru, Mitsubishi, Ford, and even Toyota. Despite a slowing market, Chinese brands have seen an uptick in sales, with the 102,938 cars sold through June 2025 representing a 6,323 increase over the same period last year. While most new Chinese car brands are unrecognisable to the average punter, one reigns supreme, BYD. Their sales have continued to climb in a tough market with the BYD Shark 6, Sealion 6, and Sealion 7 BEV challenging each of the top-selling car brands category leaders in the Ford Ranger, Toyota RAV4, and Tesla Model Y. Now, they're coming for the Ford Everest and Toyota Prado with the soon-to-be-released BYD Denza B5. The Denza B5 sits on a ladder frame chassis like the Shark 6 and features a 31.8kWh Blade battery capable of 100km of electric-only driving range. This battery is backed by a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol 4-cylinder engine that keeps the battery charged, and works as a generator for the majority of the time. When power is combined, however, you'll be able to unleash a combined 505kW and 760Nm of torque, which is good for 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds. Of course, these figures have not been confirmed for our market. BYD Denza B5 | Image: The Driven / Adam C Known as the Fang Cheng Bao Leopard Bao 5 in China, the B5 off-roader will likely be sold under the new Denza brand in Australia, although the name is yet to be confirmed. BYD Australia senior product manager Sajid Hasan confirmed to Chasing Cars that the BYD Denza B5 will be the first model for the brand, but stopped before confirming its arrival timing. 'The B5 will be the first model…I'm confirming it now.' He then stated that the Bao 8 4×4, Denza N9 large SUV, Z9 GT sports wagon, and D9 luxury people mover and on the wish list, too. We spotted the camo-covered Denza B5 cruising along the Pacific Highway near Chatswood in busy peak-hour traffic, and then a reader of The Driven shared photos with the publication showcasing the vehicle charging at a Tesla Supercharger in the same area, likely just after we snapped these photos. BYD Denza B5 | Image: Supplied BYD Denza B5 | Image: Supplied With a combined 505kW of power and 760Nm of torque from a 285kW rear electric motor, 200kW front motor, and a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol 4-cylinder engine, the 0-100km/h acceleration time of 4.8 seconds will entice key decision makers in the buying process. It's likely the Denza B5 will follow the Shark 6s lead in giving the large SUV segment a significant shake-up. Indeed, many Ford Everest and Toyota Prado buyers wouldn't bat an eye at a dual electric motor powered 'Super Hybrid' off-roader because of concerns about reliability off the beaten path. However, the same was previously said about the BYD Shark 6, and that car has proven to be nothing but a dominant sales success for the Chinese car brand with 10,424 vehicles sold through June 2025. Measuring 4,890mm long, 1,970mm wide, 1,920mm tall and with a 2800mm wheelbase, the B5 is slightly shorter than the Toyota Prado, which is considered to be a main competitor. It's slightly larger than the GWM Tank 300, which is another Chinese-made hybrid off-roader you can buy right now. The main thing to keep in mind with the Denza label is that, like the recently unveiled IM MG sub-brand, Denza is a premium brand under the BYD umbrella. That means the pricing for the Denza B5 is very likely going to land in the AUD$80,000 drive-away region, which makes it more expensive than cars like the Ford Everest, Toyota Prado, and ISUZU MU-X, at least in base specification. We expected the BYD Denza B5 to arrive before the end of 2025, and with a test mule cruising around Sydney streets, it looks like that's a very strong possibility. We then expect to see the larger, Denza B8 to arrive sometime next year with a 550kW powertrain and 3305kg kerb weight.
The Independent
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
BYD is taking on a British institution – the Land Rover Defender
BYD's posh push with its upmarket Denza brand is set to go off-road next year with the arrival of the B5 4x4. The B5 is set to be the third new Denza product arriving in the UK after the Z9 GT Porsche Taycan/Panamera rival and the Denza D9 luxury MPV – both set to arrive next year, too. The B5 has been on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed where we were impressed with its ability to scale a very steep ramp, as well as the space, quality and tech available inside the car. It's a big SUV measuring 4,890mm in length, 1,970mm in width and 1,920mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,800mm – not too far off the dimensions of the Land Rover Defender 110, with a similar shape, too. Like the Defender, the Denza will be available as a plug-in hybrid using BYD's DM-i system, but the Denza will go much further on electric power alone than the Land Rover – probably around 50 miles when it arrives in the UK, twice the real-world range of the Defender. Charging is swift for a PHEV model with a maximum charging speed on a fast charger of 100kW. That means a 30 to 80 per cent charging time of just 16 minutes for the 31.8kWh BYD Blade Battery. The car is quick, too, with its combination of a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors on the front and rear axles fed by the battery getting this big SUV from 0-62mph in just 4.8 seconds – the £148,000 Defender Octa manages the 0-60mph sprint in 3.8 seconds from its twin-turbo V8. The Denza B5 won't cost anywhere near that price, though – costs haven't been mentioned, but we'd expect the B5 to start at less than half the price of the Defender Octa at potentially around £70,000. The rugged, square proportions of the B5 are very much like the Defender, right down to the square panel that sits in the window line above the rear wheel arch. There are large 18- or 20-inch wheels sitting within squared-off wheel arches with thick black plastic cladding, while the spare wheel sits on the rear door. Inside, the quality of the leather upholstery and switchgear is impressive, as is space in the five seats. There's no seven seat version, but there's a decent-sized boot offering 475-litres of space. In keeping with a car that's set to go off-roading, there will be Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging enabling you to use a three-pin socket to power external devices – ideal for camping or when using a pump to blow up a dinghy. The dash layout is less utilitarian than the Defender's with a big 15-inch central touchscreen and two 12-inch screens in front of the driver and front passenger. There are plenty of storage spaces, too, plus grab handles for when the going gets rough. Denza will have its own network of dealers in the UK, too, as confirmed to us by BYD Special Advisor Alfredo Altavilla recently. 'Dealing with premium customers is a different job than dealing with the mass market customers,' said Altavilla. 'We believe that only investors who are already used to dealing with customers in that segment deserve to be appointed Denza dealers. Some of them will be in common with BYD, but most of them will be specific to Denza.'
ILoveQatar.net
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- ILoveQatar.net
Mannai Automotive Group partners with BYD to launch premium new energy vehicles in Qatar
Mannai Automotive Group has signed a strategic agreement with BYD, marking a significant milestone in their growing partnership and paving the way to introduce two of BYD's most premium new energy vehicle (NEV) brands. Following the signing, Mannai has placed initial vehicle orders for the Denza B5, Denza B8, and Yangwang U8—a decisive step toward executing the joint go-to-market strategy. The agreement was formalized last week during a bilateral high-level meeting between Mr. AD Huang, General Manager – BYD Africa and Middle East, and Mr. Rajesh Krishnan, President – Mannai Automotive Group, in the presence of Mr. Alekh Grewal, Group Chief Executive Officer – Mannai Corporation. Mr. Krishnan commented: 'Placing the first set of orders is a clear indication of our operational commitment and strategic confidence in this collaboration. We're excited to bring vehicles that reflect innovation, performance, and customer-centric design to our market.' Mr. AD Huang, General Manager BYD Middle East and Africa, added: 'We are proud to take this significant step with Mannai Automotive Group, one of the most trusted names in the Qatari market. This partnership strengthens BYD's regional presence and supports our vision to accelerate the adoption of new energy vehicles through trusted local partners who understand their customers and are committed to innovation and sustainability.' The initial order includes the long-awaited Denza B5 and Denza B8, two premium plug-in hybrid models combining refined aesthetics with smart mobility features, as well as the Yangwang U8, a high-performance electric PHEV SUV engineered for power, safety, indulgence, and cutting-edge technology. During the engagement, both companies aligned on launch timelines, showroom readiness, digital infrastructure, and customer experience enhancements. Mannai has already started accepting customer bookings, and the market response has been overwhelmingly positive. Customers and enthusiasts are warmly invited to visit Mannai Automotive's new showroom located in the Dune Plaza Building, Tornado Tower, where the latest innovations from Denza and Yangwang will soon be on display. The space reflects the brands' forward-thinking ethos and provides a premium environment to explore, experience, and place order for these cutting-edge electric vehicles.
