BYD’s Luxury Brand Yangwang U9 Completes Six-Month Nürburgring Testing
Nürburgring Testing Milestone:
- Yangwang U9 Super Car: Completed an intensive six-month testing program at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
- Demanding Terrain: The Nürburgring is known as the “world’s toughest testing ground,” with sharp elevation changes and tight corners.
- Extensive Fine-Tuning: Optimized performance across 70 corners and 30 critical track sections.
- Rigorous Testing: Nearly 150 technical aspects were tested to ensure the U9’s capability on the circuit.
Production and Manufacturing:
- First Batch Produced: Celebrated the rollout of the first batch of U9 supercars.
- Advanced Production Facility: Constructed to meet exceptional standards, featuring:
- Body assembly and final assembly areas.
- A unique cleanroom for producing the carbon fiber monocoque, meeting medical-grade humidity and temperature control standards.
Cutting-Edge Engineering:
- Carbon Fiber Monocoque: One of the largest in the world, crafted using advanced bonding technology perfected over a decade.
- Yunan-X System: Enhances performance with a 36kW high-power suspension motor, offering over 1 ton of lift force per wheel and precise responsiveness.
- e⁴ Platform: Provides stability and responsiveness in all directions, using an 800V high-voltage platform.
Quality Control and Delivery:
- Aerospace Engineering Protocols: Meticulous inspections at every production stage.
- Ready for Delivery: Preparing to deliver the U9 to its first customers later this month.
- Setting New Standards: Entering the supercar market with a focus on high performance and innovation.
Technical Specifications:
- Price: 1.68 million yuan (232,000 USD).
- Performance: Accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.36 seconds.
- Dimensions: Length: 4,966 mm; Width: 2,029 mm; Height: 1,295 mm; Wheelbase: 2,900 mm.
- Weight: 2,475 kg.
- Powertrain: BYD’s e4 U-shaped motor system with four motors delivering a peak torque of 1680 Nm and a top speed of 309.19 km/h.
- Battery: 80 kWh offering a CLTC range of 450 km.
- Charging Options: Dual fast charging (30-80% in 10 minutes) and slow charging (7 hours).
- Features: Carbon fiber roof and rear diffuser, optional racing spoiler, DiSus-X suspension and stabilization system enabling driving on three wheels, jumping, and dynamic maneuvers.
