BYD and DENZA to showcase its latest models at British Motor Show 2026
- BYD attends the British Motor Show for the third consecutive year, with DENZA making its debut
- BYD brings the newly facelifted SEAL saloon, all-new DOLPHIN G supermini and Ti 7 SUV; DENZA will be represented by the BAO 5 SUV and Z9 GT grand tourer
- BYD SHARK pick-up will also feature on the New Car World Championships stand
- The event takes place at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre between 21 and 23 August 2026
19 August 2026 BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (plug-in hybrid and electric), has confirmed its presence at The British Motor Show 2026, returning for a third consecutive year to showcase the latest models in its expanding line-up.
For the first time, DENZA, the premium-focused technology brand of the BYD Group, will be joining its sister brand at the event. The presence of both at The British Motor Show will give visitors the opportunity to engage directly with two of the most influential global brands shaping the electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle markets.
Among the latest models which the two marques will be showing from their growing UK and European product ranges in terms of drive experiences and static displays will be the all-new
Ti 7, DOLPHIN G DM-i and SHARK.
Ti 7 is BYD’s first seven-seat SUV in Europe and uses the company’s Dual Mode Performance (DM-p) plug-in hybrid technology, combining electric and petrol power for a total of 408PS and an electric-only range for 74 miles, priced at £47,995 on-the-road.
Also present will be the all-new DOLPHIN G DM-i – the plug-in hybrid supermini which offers a total range of up to 646 miles – and the all-electric SEAL, which has been revised for 2026 with improved practicality, increased ADAS technology and a new wheel design and exterior colours.
Away from the BYD stand, show visitors can also visit the Car of the Year area to take a closer look at the SHARK pick-up. Priced from £47,290 (including VAT), the SHARK’s DMO powertrain combines 436PS with a driving range of 419 miles on a full charge and a full tank of fuel.
BYD’s stand has always been a popular attraction at The British Motor Show for families, car buyers and technology enthusiasts keen to understand how electric vehicles are evolving in terms of design, performance and everyday usability. Visitors to the stand can be entertained by the VR vehicle viewer, which allows users to have a digital walkaround of the DENZA Z supercar, use a grabber to try and win a cuddly dolphin toy and take in the Discovery Wall, which educates passers-by on BYD’s ground-breaking technologies.
Steve Beattie, Deputy Country Manager of BYD UK, said, "BYD and DENZA are proud to be attending the British Motor Show for the third year running. As a key event in the domestic calendar, it’s the perfect place to showcase our ever-growing family of both fully electric and plug-in hybrid models. The new test drive format for 2026 adds the chance for attendees to get behind the wheel of our newest and most exciting models."
Commenting on the announcement, Jon Hickey, Sales Director at The British Motor Show, said: “BYD embodies innovation and sustainability on a global scale, and its return highlights The British Motor Show’s role as a leading platform for international manufacturers connecting with UK consumers. It also strengthens the show’s reputation as a showcase for the future of mobility. We’re thrilled to be continuing our relationship with the BYD team and look forward to seeing their vehicles back at the show.”
The British Motor Show takes place at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre between 21 and 23 August. Get tickets now at: https://www.thebritishmotorshow.live/2026-tickets
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About BYD
BYD is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Founded in 1994 as a rechargeable battery maker, BYD now boasts a diverse business scope covering automobiles, rail transit, new energy, and electronics, with over 30 industrial parks in China, the United States, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Hungary, and India. From power acquisition and storage to its applications, BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions that reduce global reliance on fossil fuels. Its new energy vehicle footprint now covers six continents, over 100 countries and regions, and more than 400 cities. Listed in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company is known to be a Fortune Global 500 enterprise that furnishes innovations in pursuit of a greener world. For more information, please visit www.bydglobal.com.
About BYD Auto
Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, electronic controllers, and automotive-grade semiconductors. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, the DM-i and DM-p hybrid technology, the e-Platform 3.0, the CTB and iTAC technologies, the DiSus Intelligent Body Control System, the XUANJI Architecture, and the Super e-Platform. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 12 years in a row.
About BYD Europe
BYD Europe is headquartered in the Netherlands and is the first overseas branch of BYD Group, with a commitment to evolving the international brand BYD Auto to deliver safe and efficient sustainable solutions in new energy vehicles through world-leading technological innovations.
For more information, please visit www.byd.com.
Contacts:
Mike Gale
Head of PR, BYD UK
E: michael.gale@byd.com
M: +44 7908 905678
Rachel Goodwin
PR Manager, BYD UK
E: rachel.goodwin@byd.com
M: +44 7399 678373
Alex Ingram
Press Officer, BYD UK
E: alex.ingram@byd.com
M: +44 7539 534571