The Denza Z9 GT shooting brake has officially spearheaded the luxury brand’s UK launch, opening for orders with a confirmed starting price of £95,000.

Buyers can choose between the entry-level Super DM plug-in hybrid or a fully electric EV variant from £105,000. Both are equipped with 1,500kW Flash charging capable of topping up the battery in just nine minutes.

The arrival of the Z9 GT from BYD Group’s premium technology-focused brand propels Denza’s international expansion plans.

First to arrive is the fully electric model, which uses a three-motor layout (one at the front and two at the rear) resulting in a combined power output of 1,156hp and 1,210Nm of torque. This allows the Z9 GT to accelerate from 0-62mph in 2.7 seconds, onto a top speed of 167mph. Its 122kWh battery is capable of 373 miles of electric range.

At a later date, the DM plug-in hybrid will join the EV in the Z9 GT range. Its plug-in hybrid powertrain comprises three motors working in conjunction with a 63.82kWh battery. In fully electric mode, the Z9 GT DM can travel up to 126 miles on a single charge, while a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine increases range to up to 500 miles on a full charge and a full tank of petrol. With a total output of 776hp and 1,035Nm, the DM variant can accelerate from 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds, and its top speed is 161mph.

The Z9 GT is the first BYD Group model to bring Flash Charging to the UK, seen as a game-changer. With speeds of up to 1,500kW possible, it allows the Z9 GT to recharge from 10 to 70% in just five minutes, and 10 to 97% in only nine minutes. That latter figure is the equivalent of adding 323 miles of WLTP range in that time. Even at -30°C the Z9 GT can recharge from 20 to 97 per cent in 12 minutes. These times also apply to the battery in the DM.

The Z9 GT’s e³ platform also introduces various technology firsts to the premium car market, including a DiSus-A dual-chamber air suspension that can adjust between two stiffness levels, prioritising either comfort or handling depending on the conditions. Alongside this, DiSus-A’s integration with Denza’s Vehicle Motion Control (VMC) allows the suspension to communicate with the braking and the steering systems, with signal transmission times of as little as 10 milliseconds. These rapid reactions allow the Z9 GT to respond to a tyre blowout, maintaining a straight, safe course within a lane at speeds of up to 112mph.

The Z9 GT also comes with a rear axle steering system that allows the rear wheels to turn in sync or independently of not only the front wheels, but also each other. This enables the Z9 GT to perform manoeuvres such as crab walking at up to 8.5 degrees, a 360-degree ‘compass’ turn, and deliver a turning radius of just 5.35m – as little as many superminis.

Dedicated parking assistant services include the ability of the Z9 GT to identify a space and then reverse into it – a process that can be activated both from the driver’s seat or remotely via the smartphone app.

All Z9 GTs are equipped with Nappa leather upholstery that’s accompanied by heating, ventilation and massage functions in front and outer second row seats. Those in the rear also benefit from extended leg rests and reclining backrests to deliver opulent comfort on every journey.

The vehicle’s premium specifications also feature a panoramic sunroof, an 1,150W Devialet sound system and a four-litre dual-mode refrigerator that sits between the front seats and can cool food and drink down to -6°C and heat up to 50°C.

Optional extras include digital side mirrors (£1,600) and 21-inch alloy wheels (£2,500) in place of the standard-fit 20-inch items.

There are seven exterior paint finishes to choose from. Three shades, Obsidian Black, Sandstone Silver and Snow White, are available at no extra cost, while Emerald Green, Dolomite Slate and Midnight Blue cost an additional £2,500. Two matte finishes – Matte Copper and Matte Shadow Black – cost £4,500.