Even though BYD is mostly recognized for producing affordable electric vehicles, the Chinese EV manufacturer is still expanding into new markets. The newest is high-end electric supercars. The Yangwang U9, BYD’s first electric supercar, is now in production and will be delivered later.
Yangwang, a new premium business and personal brand of BYD, was introduced in January 2023. The full-size U8 SUV from the brand, which competes with the Mercedes-Benz G-Glass, was displayed with the U9.
BYD’s first electric supercar, the U9, was unveiled in February after being teased for several months with dance routines and other entertaining features. Beginning at $233,00 (1,680,000 yuan), BYD began accepting pre-orders for the U9.
According to the latest, the Yangwang U9 has entered production. Deliveries will begin in late August as models roll out to dealerships.
Buyers can check an estimated arrival time through the Yangwang app. If deliveries are late, BYD will compensate 2,000 credits or the equivalent of 200 yuan ($27.50) per day.
BYD also updated the warranty to cover its battery, motors, and electric control system to cover the vehicle’s lifetime. Those who place a deposit by July 31, 2024, will get a free TPU paint protection film.
With four advanced e-motors and nearly 1,300 horsepower, the U9 can sprint from 0 to 62 mph (0 to 100 km/h) in 2.36 seconds.
To put that in perspective, Ferrari’s twin-turbo V8 SF90 Stradale hits 0 to 62 mph in 2.5 seconds. The Bugatti Chiron: 2.4 seconds.
At 4,966 mm (195.5″) long, 2,029 mm (80″) wide, and 1,295 mm (51″) tall, the Yangwang U9 is roughly the size of a Lamborghini Aventador (4,943 mm L, 2,098 mm W, 1,136 mm H).
The upscale interior features BYD’s latest software and connectivity tech. With DiLink and DiPilot, BYD says the U9 has “the smartest supercar cockpit,” complete with two LCD screens, a 10.25″ driver display and 12.3″ infotainment. Some models include an added 10.25″ passenger screen.
Powered by an 80 kWh battery, BYD’s first electric supercar gets up to 280 miles (450 km) CLTC range. It can also fast charge (30% to 80%) in 10 minutes.
BYD’s U9 electric supercar was spotted racing around the Nurburgring (see the video below) last month ahead of deliveries.
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