Three-Row Variant of BYD’s YangWang U8 Spotted: Longer Wheelbase & Enhanced Cabin Space
The three-row version of the YangWang U8 from BYD has been spotted in China, indicating its imminent arrival in the market. The test vehicle was seen on a tow truck, revealing a longer rear overhang and a slightly elongated wheelbase, designed to compete with other luxury three-row SUVs.
Key Points:
- Brand Overview: YangWang is a luxury brand under BYD, launched in 2023. Its lineup includes the U8 off-roader and the U9 supercar.
- Sales Performance: From January to July 2024, YangWang sold 5,939 units of the U8, with cumulative sales reaching 7,940 cars.
- Pricing: The starting price of the YangWang U8 reaches 1,096,000 yuan (approximately $152,600 USD).
- Test Vehicle Spotted: The spotted test vehicle wears heavy camouflage but retains the distinctive front end with a large grille, unique running lights, and a LiDAR sensor on the roof.
- Design Changes: The rear wheel arches are broadened, suggesting an elongated wheelbase. The 5-seat variant has a wheelbase of 3050 mm, and the three-row variant could have a wheelbase of 3.2 meters.
- Rear Overhang: The rear end appears longer than the current version, with a full-size spare wheel mounted on the swing-out tailgate.
- Seat Layout: The seat configuration is unknown, but considering the high-end status of the vehicle, it is likely to adopt a 2+2+2 layout with two independent captain chairs in the second row.
- Off-Road Capabilities: Some netizens have expressed concerns about reduced off-road capabilities, but the 5-seat variant is primarily designed for urban commutes due to its massive curb weight of 3,460 kg and moderate ramp angle.
- Market Positioning: The longer variant will likely reinforce the U8’s position as a prestigious urban SUV.
- Debut: The three-row YangWang U8 could make its official debut at the Chengdu Motor Show on August 30.
Specifications of the 5-Seat YangWang U8:
- Architecture: Built on the e-Platform 4 architecture.
- Dimensions: Measures 5319 mm in length, 2050 mm in width, and 1930 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3050 mm.
- Ground Clearance: 285 mm thanks to the hydraulic suspension system.
- Trunk Space: 1031 liters.
- Cabin: Features a 12.8-inch main screen, a 23.6-inch LCD instrument cluster, a 23.6-inch front passenger screen, and a pair of 12.8-inch monitors for rear passengers.
- Powertrain: Equipped with four e-motors with a combined peak power of 880 kW (1,180 hp) and a peak torque of 1,280 Nm.
- Acceleration: Zero-to-hundred acceleration time is 3.6 seconds.
- Battery: Powered by a 49-kWh LFP Blade battery from BYD subsidiary FinDreams.
- EREV: Also includes a 2-liter turbocharged petrol engine for 200 kW (268 hp) and a 75-liter fuel tank, enabling a range of up to 1,000 km (CLTC).
The three-row variant of the YangWang U8 showcases BYD’s commitment to expanding its luxury SUV lineup with versatile and spacious models designed for urban lifestyles.
