In Pictures: BYD's Denza N9 EV luxury SUV weighs over 8,200 lbs, exceeding EU category B licence limit

The Denza N9 EV arrives as BYD's heaviest passenger model yet, pushing electric SUVs into licence-restricted territory.

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At 3,760 kg gross weight, the Denza N9 EV sits well above the EU's 3,500 kg category B threshold.

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Newer European drivers would need a C1 licence to legally operate the tri-motor Denza N9.

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The N9's 1,193-horsepower tri-motor setup places it among the most powerful full-size electric SUVs.

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Regulatory filings in China have revealed the Denza N9's dimensions and powertrain details ahead of launch.

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Heavy EV models like the Denza N9 are prompting debate over licence categories and road safety in Europe.

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The Denza N9's gross weight exceeds the limit that standard European car licences cover.

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Denza, BYD's premium sub-brand, positions the N9 EV at the top of its expanding lineup.

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Drivers holding only a category B licence may face restrictions before getting behind the wheel of the N9.

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