BYD’s Yangwang U9: New electric supercar rivals Ferrari, Lamborghini with 1,287 BHP

BYD’s Electric Supercar: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing company BYD has globally unveiled its latest creation, the Yangwang U9. This new electric supercar is set to challenge established brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini.

The U9 is priced at 1,680,000 yuan ($233,400), making it a competitive option in the supercar market.

A New Sub-Brand: Yangwang is BYD’s recently launched sub-brand. The unveiling of the U9 supercar and the U8 off-road SUV marked the brand’s debut. The U8 has already hit the Chinese market, retailing for around $140,000 and competing with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Land Rover Defender.

Impressive Specifications: The U9 supercar boasts dimensions similar to the Lamborghini Aventador, measuring 4,966 mm in length, 2,029 mm in width, and 1,295 mm in height. It’s powered by four electric motors, delivering a total power output of 1,287 BHP and 1,680 Nm. This allows the U9 to accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 2.36 seconds.