BYD-Mercedes-Benz

Denza GM Zhao Changjiang humorously addressed a social media typo announcing the N8L SUV as “NL8,” attributing it to excitement. The model’s name reflects Next-gen SUV (N), technological evolution (8), and Luxury/Lifestyle (L). Priced around 350,000 yuan ($48,200), the N8L mirrors the premium N9’s design but with compact dimensions (5,200mm length), vertical headlights, and a rooftop drone compartment. Marketed as an accessible luxury EV, it targets China’s competitive electric SUV segment, leveraging Denza’s BYD-Mercedes-Benz partnership. Analysts predict its N9-inspired tech and strategic pricing could disrupt the market upon its late 2024 launch.