BYD Unveils 3,000 hp Electric Supercar: Yangwang U9 Track Edition

BYD is set to release a high-performance electric supercar, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition, with four advanced electric motors producing a combined 3,000 horsepower. This is an upgrade from the standard U9, which had a combined power of nearly 1,300 horsepower. The Track Edition features updated motors, a carbon-fibre roof, and larger fixed carbon-fibre rear wing for improved aerodynamics. The vehicle is expected to have impressive performance capabilities.

BYD, a leading Chinese automaker, is poised to revolutionize the electric supercar market with the introduction of the Yangwang U9 Track Edition. This high-performance electric supercar boasts an impressive 3,000 horsepower, achieved through the use of four advanced electric motors, each delivering 555 kW [1].

The Yangwang U9 Track Edition represents a significant upgrade from the current U9 model, which features a combined power output of nearly 1,300 horsepower. The new model is designed to push the boundaries of electric vehicle performance, with a top speed of 350 km/h [1].

The Track Edition comes equipped with several advanced features aimed at enhancing its performance capabilities. These include a carbon-fibre roof and a larger fixed carbon-fibre rear wing, designed to improve aerodynamics and reduce drag. Additionally, the vehicle features a double wishbone suspension setup at the front and a multi-link design at the rear, combined with BYD’s DiSus-X intelligent body control system [1].

The new model is expected to maintain the same dimensions as the current U9, with a length of 4,966 mm, a width of 2,029 mm, a height of 1,311 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,900 mm. The curb weight is set at 2,480 kg, with a total vehicle mass of 2,630 kg [2].

The Yangwang U9 Track Edition is powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries supplied by BYD's battery subsidiary, FinDreams Battery. These batteries offer a CLTC-rated range of 450 km and support up to 500 kW DC fast-charging capability, enabling a 30% to 80% state-of-charge in about 10 minutes [1].

The introduction of the Yangwang U9 Track Edition is a strategic move for BYD, as it seeks to establish itself in the high-end luxury car market. The brand has already made significant strides in the Chinese market, with the U9 and U8 models receiving positive feedback. BYD plans to launch its high-end Yangwang brand in Europe, further expanding its global reach [3].

The regulatory filing for the Yangwang U9 Track Edition indicates that the vehicle is currently undergoing the final regulatory steps before it can be sold in China. The public is invited to submit feedback between August 9 and 15, with the vehicle model number QCJ7000AFBEV3 and production address listed as BYD's Shenzhen factory [2].

In conclusion, the Yangwang U9 Track Edition represents a significant milestone in BYD's electric vehicle lineup. With its impressive power output, advanced features, and strategic positioning in the luxury market, the Track Edition is poised to make a strong impact on the electric supercar segment.

References:
[1] https://carnewschina.com/2025/08/08/byds-yangwang-u9-with-a-3019-hp-four-motor-system-disclosed-in-a-regulatory-filing/
[2] https://cnevpost.com/2025/08/08/byd-yangwang-files-new-u9-supercar/
[3] https://www.autocar.co.uk/news/2025/07/byd-plans-to-launch-high-end-yangwang-brand-in-europe-report-says