BYD’s premium sub-brand Denza is launching its updated N8 electric SUV today, November 12, 2026, in China — and the headline numbers are hard to ignore. The top version packs three motors with a combined 1,193 horsepower, and the biggest battery option delivers up to 1,003 km of range on China’s CLTC cycle.
Pre-orders for the refreshed N8 EV opened on October 26, and Denza has now confirmed the market launch for today. It is the latest in a run of big BYD-group launches, coming just days after BYD itself celebrated building its 19 millionth new-energy vehicle.
Key Takeaways
- Launch date: The updated Denza N8 EV launches in China on November 12, 2026. Pre-orders opened on October 26.
- Power: The tri-motor all-wheel-drive version produces 890 kW — 1,193 hp — from one front motor and two rear motors.
- Range: The largest battery, a 130.15 kWh pack, gives up to 1,003 km of CLTC range (about 812 km on the WLTP cycle).
- Battery tech: It uses BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery with ultra-fast flash charging.
- Size: The N8 is a full-size SUV — 5,150 mm long with a 3,075 mm wheelbase.
- Also coming: A plug-in hybrid version of the N8 will follow at a later date.
Three Motors, 1,193 Horsepower
The N8 EV comes in two drivetrain layouts. The rear-wheel-drive version uses a single motor in two outputs: 320 kW (429 hp) or 370 kW (496 hp). The flagship all-wheel-drive version uses three motors — a 270 kW (362 hp) motor at the front and a 310 kW (416 hp) motor at each rear wheel — for a combined 890 kW, or 1,193 hp.
That puts the N8 among the most powerful production electric SUVs on sale anywhere. For comparison, that is more than double the output of most premium electric SUVs in its size class, and it comes from a brand that only recently started selling cars outside China.
1,003 KM of Range From the Blade Battery
Range comes from BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery, paired with the company’s ultra-fast flash-charging technology. The N8 EV offers multiple battery options, with the top 130.15 kWh pack rated at 1,003 km on the CLTC cycle — roughly 812 km under the stricter WLTP cycle used in Europe.
Even the WLTP figure is notable: very few electric SUVs on sale today clear 800 km on that test. Denza has not yet published charging times for the N8 EV, so the 10–80% figure is still to be confirmed at launch.
A Full-Size SUV Inside and Out
The N8 measures 5,150 mm long, 1,999 mm wide and 1,820 mm tall, with a 3,075 mm wheelbase — full-size territory, with room for three rows. It keeps Denza’s design language, with split headlights made of dual-strip LED daytime running lights and vertical high/low beam units.
Inside, the N8 is built around comfort: a zero-gravity cabin layout and Denza’s DiSus-A suspension system, which is designed to smooth out rough roads and keep the body level through corners.
What to Watch at Launch
The launch today should confirm the one thing still missing: pricing. Denza has not yet announced prices for the refreshed N8 EV yet, and the price will decide whether the 1,193 hp flagship is a realistic buy or a halo model above the mainstream versions.
The other open question is where the N8 goes next. Denza is expanding outside China — the brand has already started selling in Europe and Southeast Asia — but there is no confirmed export plan for the N8 EV yet. A plug-in hybrid version is also on the way for buyers who want the same SUV without relying on charging alone.
For now, the N8 EV is a China launch. But with 1,193 hp and a 1,000 km range figure, it is the kind of launch the rest of the EV industry will be watching.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Denza N8 EV launch?
The updated Denza N8 EV launches in China on November 12, 2026. Pre-orders opened on October 26, 2026.
How much power does the Denza N8 EV have?
The tri-motor all-wheel-drive version produces 890 kW, or 1,193 hp, from one front motor and two rear motors. The rear-wheel-drive version offers 320 kW (429 hp) or 370 kW (496 hp).
What is the range of the Denza N8 EV?
The largest battery, a 130.15 kWh pack, delivers up to 1,003 km of range on the CLTC cycle — about 812 km under the WLTP cycle.
What battery does the Denza N8 EV use?
It uses BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery with ultra-fast flash charging. Denza has not yet published a 10–80% charging time.
How big is the Denza N8 EV?
The N8 measures 5,150 mm long, 1,999 mm wide and 1,820 mm tall, with a 3,075 mm wheelbase. It is a full-size electric SUV.
Sources: CarNewsChina, “BYD’s new Denza N8 EV to launch on November 12: up to 1,193 hp and 1,003 km range“, Nov 6, 2026; Fadder, “Denza N8 EV to Launch on November 12 with 1,193 hp and 1,003 km of Range“, Nov 11, 2026.
