BYD Denza B5 GT vs Polestar 7

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thumb image BYD Denza B5 GT US$ 55,000
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thumb image Polestar 7 US$ 55,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BYD (Denza – joint venture with Mercedes-Benz & BYD) Polestar
Model Denza B5 GT Polestar 7 (Successor to Polestar 2)
Vehicle Type Electric SUV Electric Sedan / Fastback
Trims Standard, Performance (expected) TBA
Release Date 2025 (Expected China launch, global later) Expected 2027
Status Upcoming Upcoming (Not yet launched)
Made In China China & USA (expected production sites)
Body Type Mid-size SUV Sedan / Fastback
Vehicle Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected, TBD officially) TBA (likely 4 yrs / 50,000 miles + 8 yrs battery)
Colors Multiple options (to be revealed at launch) TBA

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual Motor (AWD) Single-motor RWD / Dual-motor AWD
Horsepower 600 hp (estimated) 400 – 500 hp (expected)
Torque 650 Nm (estimated) 600 Nm (est.)
Acceleration (0–100 km/h): ~3.9 seconds 4.5 sec (0–100 km/h for AWD)
Top Speed 210 km/h 200 km/h
Range 550 – 650 km (depending on battery option) 350 – 400 miles (WLTP target)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive RWD / AWD

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type BYD Blade Battery (LFP) Lithium-ion (next-gen chemistry, likely NMC)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh 100 kWh (speculated)
Power Consumption 17 kWh / 100 km 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km Likely 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 300 kW (DC Fast Charging) Up to 350 kW (DC)
DC Fast Charging Speed 20–80% in ~25 min 30 min (10–80%)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 180 miles with DC fast charge 35–40 miles (AC) / 200+ miles (DC fast)
Charging Time 8–10 hrs (AC), 25–30 min (DC Fast) 8–9 hrs (AC full) / ~30 min (10–80% DC)
Charging Connector Type CCS2 / GB-T (China) CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America)
Home Charging Options Wallbox, Portable Charger Wallbox, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11–22 kW 11–22 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,850 mm 4.8 – 4.9 m
Width 1,930 mm 1.9 m
Height 1,680 mm 1.45 – 1.5 m
Wheelbase 2,900 mm 2.9 m
Ground Clearance 200 mm 150 mm
Cargo Space 550 L (rear), expandable 450 L + frunk
Curb Weight 2,300 kg 2,000 kg (est.)
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 6

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Alloy
Wheel Size 20–22 inch (depending on trim) 19"–21" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 255/45 R20 245/40 R19 (est.)
Rear Tire 285/40 R20 265/40 R19 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Power Assisted, Electronic Electric Power Steering
Transmission Automatic (Single Speed EV Gearbox) Single-speed automatic
Turning Radius 5.8 m TBA
Gear Box 1-speed 1-speed fixed gear
Front Suspension Double Wishbone MacPherson strut (likely adaptive in higher trims)
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Advanced Driver Assistance (Level 2+) Advanced driver assistance (Level 2+)
Navigation System Yes (with AR HUD support) Google-based navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Dual / Tri-zone automatic
Climate Control Dual-zone / Tri-zone Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 17-inch main display + digital cluster 14.5" central display (expected)
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (through infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 12–20 (with premium sound option) 14–16 (Harman Kardon / B&W expected)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Yes Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Yes Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes YesYes Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8+ 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° View Camera 360° view
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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