With a tri-motor setup delivering over 1,500 horsepower, the Denza Z can hit 0 to 62 mph in under 2 seconds. It’s also cheaper than a Porsche 911 Turbo S.

Denza is gearing up to go on the offensive in Europe, where it will go head-to-head with premium automakers like Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and BMW.

BYD opened orders for the Denza Z at the Goodwood Festival of Speed last month, starting at £142,900 ($193) in the UK.

The Denza Z is “the world’s first intelligent supercar,” BYD said, equipped with its latest breakthrough technology, batteries, and drive components.

It’s available in three variants: Coupe, Spider, and Racing. All are based on its e3 platform, which delivers “shattering performance,” BYD said. The setup consists of three electric motors, providing a combined 1,82 horsepower (1,604 PS) and 914 lb-ft (1,240 Nm) of torque.

The flagship Racing variant is the fastest of the group. With the optional semi-slick tires, the Denza Z Racing can hit 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) in just 1.96 seconds. It can also reach a top speed of 217 mph (250 km/h).

To see just how fast the BYD’s electric supercar really is, the folks at CarWow got their hands on one to put it to the test. In the video, you can see how quickly the Denza Z accelerates from 0 to 60 mph. It’s so fast that the G-force can pin you to the seat.

Later in the video, you can see other premium features the Denza Z offers, like rear-wheel steering to make parking in tight spots a breeze, along with added exterior and interior design details.

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