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Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
BYD Launches 1,287-HP Yangwang U7 Electric Sedan, Rivaling Supercars Under $100K
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Chinese automaker BYD's luxury sub-brand, Yangwang, has officially entered the high-performance electric sedan segment with a groundbreaking model that rivals supercars in speed and specs—without the stratospheric price tag. Unveiled this week, the new Yangwang U7 boasts a jaw-dropping 1,287 horsepower, 1,239 lb-ft of torque, and a claimed 0-62 mph time of just 2.9 seconds. The electric sedan is priced at roughly $86,000 at current exchange rates, setting a new benchmark for value in the high-performance EV market. The U7 achieves its astonishing performance via four individual electric motors, one at each wheel. Despite weighing in at a hefty 6,800 pounds, the car's 167 mph top speed and advanced suspension system suggest it's no slouch in dynamic driving. The vehicle measures 207.3 inches long, putting it in the luxury sedan category. Powering the U7 is a 135.5 kWh battery, delivering up to 447 miles of range under China's CLTC cycle. Real-world range will likely be lower under the EPA standard. Charging is quick, with the battery able to jump from 30 to 80 percent in under 20 minutes using fast-charging. For those seeking hybrid flexibility, Yangwang will offer a plug-in hybrid version pairing a 52.4 kWh battery and 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, good for a 621-mile total range. Inside, the U7 oozes tech and luxury: Nappa leather, massaging seats, individual entertainment screens, rear-seat foldout tables, a mini fridge, and a 23-speaker audio system. The U7 also debuts BYD's DiSus-Z active suspension and God's Eye driver-assist system featuring three lidars and 13 cameras. Although the U7 will likely remain exclusive to China, its specs make it a powerful statement in the global EV arms race. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
This New 1,297 HP All-Electric Sedan Is as Fast as a Supercar
A new Chinese sedan has hopped onto the market—with a sub-$100,000 price tag. BYD's sub-brand, Yangwang, has just started selling its new U7 electric sedan. In addition to its bevy of other features, the sleek car offers up 1,287 hp and a starting price of about $86,000 at current exchange rates, Car & Driver reported. More from Robb Report A Lavishly Restored 300-Year-Old Villa in Sicily Hits the Market for $5.6 Million Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy Just Sold Their N.Y.C. Townhouse for $9.9 Million This Ultra-Rare Custom '57 Chevy Convertible Is Heading to Auction All that horsepower comes from the U7's four electric motors, with one for each wheel. The sedan also has 1,239 ft. lbs. of torque, as well as a 167 top speed and a zero-to-62 mph time of 2.9 seconds, according to Yangwang. As far as weight, the new launch leans on the hefty side, coming in at around 6,800 pounds and 207.3 inches long. The U7 comes with a 135.5 kWh battery, which allows the car to get 447 miles on a single charge. That stat is based on China's CLTC test, though, and the range would be shorter if tested using the EPA's procedure, Car & Driver reported. The brand also says the sedan can go from 30 to 80 percent charged in under 20 minutes. And if you're not looking for a pure EV, the model can be offered in a plug-in hybrid. In that case, you're getting a 52.4 kWh battery mated to all four electric motors alongside a turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four engine. The battery can take you 124 miles, and once the gas engine comes into play, you're looking at a 621-mile range. You can also expect to find rear-wheeling steeling on offer, as well as a DiSus-Z suspension system. That system is a switch up from the usual DiSus-P hydraulic damper found on other Yangwang models; instead, the U7 uses linear actuators, which, for example, lets the car drive on three wheels if one happens to blow by lifting the affected wheel. Moving to the God's Eye driver-assistance system, it offers up Level 2 hands-free driving capability thanks to three lidar sensors, five radar sensors, 13 high-def cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors. Inside, the sedan, which is available in a four or five-seat configuration, is coated in a luxe red Nappa leather. The next things your eyes may wander to are the 12.8-inch central display and the 23.6-inch digital instrument cluster. Your front passenger nabs a six-inch screen of their own, along with chairs that can adjust in 20 ways and include ventilation, heating, and massaging. The rear passengers, meanwhile, have a pair of 12.8-inch screens for entertaining. Also in the rear are foldout tables, a mini fridge, and high-tech armrests meant to regulate your temperature. Everyone inside, though, can enjoy the U7's 23-speaker sound system. Sadly, the U7 will most likely never make its way stateside, Car & Driver reported. That doesn't mean you can't be impressed by the car maker's latest launch, though. Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
This New 1,297 HP All-Electric Sedan Is as Fast as a Supercar
A new Chinese sedan has hopped onto the market—with a sub-$100,000 price tag. BYD's sub-brand, Yangwang, has just started selling its new U7 electric sedan. In addition to its bevy of other features, the sleek car offers up 1,287 hp and a starting price of about $86,000 at current exchange rates, Car & Driver reported. More from Robb Report A Lavishly Restored 300-Year-Old Villa in Sicily Hits the Market for $5.6 Million Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy Just Sold Their N.Y.C. Townhouse for $9.9 Million This Ultra-Rare Custom '57 Chevy Convertible Is Heading to Auction All that horsepower comes from the U7's four electric motors, with one for each wheel. The sedan also has 1,239 ft. lbs. of torque, as well as a 167 top speed and a zero-to-62 mph time of 2.9 seconds, according to Yangwang. As far as weight, the new launch leans on the hefty side, coming in at around 6,800 pounds and 207.3 inches long. The U7 comes with a 135.5 kWh battery, which allows the car to get 447 miles on a single charge. That stat is based on China's CLTC test, though, and the range would be shorter if tested using the EPA's procedure, Car & Driver reported. The brand also says the sedan can go from 30 to 80 percent charged in under 20 minutes. And if you're not looking for a pure EV, the model can be offered in a plug-in hybrid. In that case, you're getting a 52.4 kWh battery mated to all four electric motors alongside a turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four engine. The battery can take you 124 miles, and once the gas engine comes into play, you're looking at a 621-mile range. You can also expect to find rear-wheeling steeling on offer, as well as a DiSus-Z suspension system. That system is a switch up from the usual DiSus-P hydraulic damper found on other Yangwang models; instead, the U7 uses linear actuators, which, for example, lets the car drive on three wheels if one happens to blow by lifting the affected wheel. Moving to the God's Eye driver-assistance system, it offers up Level 2 hands-free driving capability thanks to three lidar sensors, five radar sensors, 13 high-def cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors. Inside, the sedan, which is available in a four or five-seat configuration, is coated in a luxe red Nappa leather. The next things your eyes may wander to are the 12.8-inch central display and the 23.6-inch digital instrument cluster. Your front passenger nabs a six-inch screen of their own, along with chairs that can adjust in 20 ways and include ventilation, heating, and massaging. The rear passengers, meanwhile, have a pair of 12.8-inch screens for entertaining. Also in the rear are foldout tables, a mini fridge, and high-tech armrests meant to regulate your temperature. Everyone inside, though, can enjoy the U7's 23-speaker sound system. Sadly, the U7 will most likely never make its way stateside, Car & Driver reported. That doesn't mean you can't be impressed by the car maker's latest launch, though. Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article.
