Formerly known as the U9 Track Edition, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme was tested at Germany's Papenburg Automotive Testing Center in September. It achieved a top speed of 496.22 km/h, making it the fastest production car ever recorded. Yangwang also reported a Nurburgring lap time of 6:59.157, surpassing the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra's record of 7:04.957. Production will be limited to 30 units for the global market.
The U9 Xtreme also surpassed the 490.5 km/h speed record held by the French Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+. While the Swedish Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut has simulated data for its top speed, it hasn't been publicly demonstrated, despite setting a 0-400-0 km/h acceleration and deceleration record last August.
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The BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric supercar at a German racetrack. Photo: BYD |
The BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric supercar at a German racetrack. Photo: BYD
Developed from the existing U9, the U9 Xtreme features extensive aerodynamic enhancements. These include a larger carbon fiber front splitter, a vented hood, and a swan-neck rear wing.
The car measures 4,991 mm long, 2,029 mm wide, and 1,351 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,900 mm. 20-inch, 5-double-spoke wheels are fitted with GitiSport e·Gtr2 Pro semi-slick tires rated for speeds up to 500 km/h. The braking system features upgraded titanium calipers and carbon-ceramic discs.
A double-layer rear diffuser generates downforce, complemented by a multi-layer rear window and split taillights connected by the Yangwang logo. The interior features a digital instrument cluster and a T-shaped center console with a vertical touchscreen. Carbon fiber and Alcantara are used extensively. The car also features bucket seats and a multi-function steering wheel.
Power comes from four motors utilizing BYD's Yi Sifang system, operating on a 1,200V silicon carbide platform. Each motor delivers 555 kW, resulting in a combined output of 2,220 kW (nearly 3,000 horsepower). This system provides a power-to-weight ratio of 1,217 ps/ton. Torque vectoring occurs over 100 times per second, distributing power independently to each wheel.
The chassis integrates BYD's DiSus-X active body control system, a dual-valve suspension system that adjusts the vertical movement of the wheels in real time. This enhances traction during acceleration, braking, and cornering. The U9 Xtreme also utilizes track-standard Blade lithium iron phosphate batteries with a dual-layer cooling system, capable of discharging at 30 degrees Celsius to improve thermal management.
The price of the U9 Xtreme electric supercar has not yet been announced. The standard Yangwang U9 was priced from 236,000 USD at its 2024 launch.
My Anh (CarNewsChina)
