Plush Denza B8 has serious pros, a few cons

The Denza B8 enters the luxury “upper-large” SUV segment with a plug-in hybrid focus, aiming to differentiate through space, rugged styling, and a high level of standard equipment. In testing, the article evaluates the flagship B8 6S, a six-seater priced from $97,990 before on-road costs. It positions the model against direct and broader competitors, including the Land Rover Defender 110 P300e X-Dynamic HSE PHEV (from $143,200 MSRP), the Audi Q7 TFSI S line (from $112,415 MSRP), and the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series Sahara ZX Hybrid (from $156,810 MSRP). The 6S includes Nappa leather, a panoramic sunroof, and electronically adjustable three-row seating, with heating, ventilation, and massage for the front and second-row captain’s chairs. Technology features include a 17.3-inch central display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 18-speaker Devialet system, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Charging uses a Type 2 CCS port with DC fast-charging, alongside V2L and three-zone climate control.