BYD’s Denza Launches B5 and B8 Plug‑In Hybrid 4WD SUVs in Australia From $74,990

Overview

• The ladder‑frame B5 seats five and targets Prado and Everest buyers, while the larger seven‑seat B8 lines up against Patrol and LandCruiser 300 Series rivals.
• B5 pairs a 1.5‑litre turbo petrol with two motors for 400kW/760Nm and a 31.8kWh battery, claiming 90km electric range on WLTC and 100km on NEDC.
• B8 combines a 2.0‑litre turbo petrol with dual motors for 425kW/760Nm and a 36.8kWh battery, claiming 100km WLTC and 115km NEDC electric range.
• Capability highlights include 3000kg braked towing for B5 (payload 600kg base, 490kg Leopard) and 3500kg for B8 (702kg payload), front and rear diff locks on B5, a rear diff lock on all B8s with a front lock on the six‑seat version, and DiSus‑P adjustable hydraulic suspension on B8 and B5 Leopard.
• Charging peaks at 100kW DC for B5 and 120kW for B8 with vehicle‑to‑load support, the first 2000 orders get a complimentary paint and interior upgrade valued at $1818, and BYD’s six‑year/150,000km vehicle and eight‑year/160,000km battery warranties apply.