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Is the Denza D9 the electric MPV to challenge the Alphard?

Updated 2026-05-186 min read
Is the Denza D9 the electric MPV to challenge the Alphard? — ChinaEV.Autos guide

The Denza D9 is the MPV that opened the premium 7-seater segment for Chinese brands. It launched in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and the UAE ahead of Europe.

01

Two powertrains

D9 EV: 103 kWh Blade LFP, dual-motor 275 kW, 620 km CLTC.

D9 DM (PHEV): 40 kWh LFP + 1.5 T, 190 km EV range, 1,040 km total.

DM-i power flow (series-dominant)Xiaoyun 1.5L43% ηGeneratorPMSMBlade Battery18–25 kWhDrive Motor120–160 kWwheelsdirect drive ≥ 70 km/h
Fig. 02 — Series-dominant DM-i power flow
02

Cabin

7-seat layout with two captain chairs in row 2 (ottomans + massage), 3rd row seats three.

Fridge, dual screens, sliding doors on both sides.

03

Markets

Available in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, UAE, Saudi Arabia.

Not confirmed for Europe as of mid-2026.

Key takeaways
  • 01The Alphard rival for ASEAN and GCC.
  • 02PHEV version eliminates range anxiety.
  • 03European launch not yet confirmed.

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