Daimler and BYD unveil China-only EV with 500km range
Daimler and Chinese partner BYD have launched a new electric vehicle solely for the Chinese market.
The new Denza 500 offers a 500km range
Developed by the firms’ Denza joint venture using Daimler’s vehicle architecture with BYD’s battery technology, the Denza 500 builds on the previous Denza 400 model with revised styling and a 500km range due to the introduction of new battery technology and reduced weight.
Denza Auto was established in 2011 as a dedicated battery electric vehicle brand and is sold through selected Mercedes-Benz dealer partners.
Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for nearly 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day. Natalie edits all the Fleet World websites and newsletters, and loves to hear about any latest industry news - or gossip.
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