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The Denza B8 is the latest large off-road SUV to enter the Australian market, but this is quite a bit different from a Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series or Nissan Patrol.
Available to order from today ahead of customer deliveries commencing early in 2026, the B8 features body-on-frame construction like those two.
However, it eschews a traditional diesel or petrol powertrain for a turbocharged four-cylinder plug-in hybrid.
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It’s still capable of towing up to 3500kg and can hit 100km/h in under five seconds and achieve upwards of 100km of electric-only range. Even if it mightn’t be able to do all of those simultaneously, the spec sheet nevertheless shows this 4×4 wagon has quite a breadth of ability.
The B8 also features BYD’s DiSus-P adjustable hydraulic suspension. This allows the ride height and the level of stiffness to be adjusted.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| 2026 Denza B8 (seven seats) | $91,000 |
| 2026 Denza B8 (six seats) | $97,990 |
The B8 comes standard with four-wheel drive and an electrically actuated rear mechanical differential lock. However, only the six-seater variant features a locking front diff.

Both B8 variants feature double-wishbone front and rear suspension with BYD’s DiSus-P system.
Denza has supplied fuel consumption and electric range figures based on both WLTC and more lenient NEDC test cycles.
The B8 features vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, allowing you to power appliances with the vehicle.
| Specifications | Denza B8 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L turbo-petrol 4cyl |
| Engine outputs | 145kW + 350Nm |
| Electric motor outputs | 200kW + 360Nm (front) 300kW + 400Nm (rear) |
| System outputs | 425kW + 760Nm |
| Battery | 36.8kWh lithium iron phosphate |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| 0-100km/h (claimed) | 4.8 seconds |
| Fuel economy (claimed) | 2.0L/100km (25-100% charge; NEDC) 3.9L/100km (25-100% charge; WLTC) 9.89L/100km (under 25% charge; NEDC) 11.36L/100km (under 25% charge; WLTC) |
| Electric driving range | 100km (25-100% charge; WLTC) 115km (25-100% charge; NEDC) |
| Max AC charge rate | 11kW |
| Max DC charge rate | 120kW |
| Fuel tank capacity | 91L |
| CO2 emissions | 51g/km |
| Braked towing capacity | 3500kg |
| Kerb weight | 3290kg |
| Payload | 3992kg |
| Gross vehicle mass | 702kg |

| Dimensions | Denza B8 |
|---|---|
| Length | 5195mm |
| Width | 1994mm |
| Height | 1905mm |
| Wheelbase | 2920mm |
| Cargo capacity | 147L-920L (seven-seater) 147L-902L (six-seater) |
| Approach angle | 34° |
| Departure angle | 35° |
| Ramp breakover angle | 26° |
| Maximum ground clearance (unladen) | 310mm |
| Maximum wading depth | 890mm |
The Denza range will be backed by the same warranty offering as BYD: a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km battery warranty.
A capped-price servicing scheme is also in the works, though pricing isn’t yet available.
The Denza B8 has yet to be assessed by safety authorities ANCAP or Euro NCAP.

Standard safety equipment includes:
The six-seater variant adds a night vision system and a ‘Smart Driving’ surround-view camera.
Equipment in the B8 differs slightly depending on whether you opt for the six- or seven-seat configuration.

The B8 comes standard with the following equipment:
The six-seater variant adds:
Eclipse Black is the standard exterior paint finish, with Alpine White, Nebula Silver and Dawn Gold optional.
Onyx Black is the standard interior colourway, with Jasper Brown optional.
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