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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.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Yangwang Sells a 1287-HP Super Sedan for Under $90K in China
The Yangwang U7 is a supersedan from China with a surprisingly reasonable price. The U7's quad-motor electric powertrain churns out 1287 horsepower, and the U7 can also be had as a range-extender plug-in hybrid. Sales of the U7 just began in China, with prices starting at around $86,000 at current exchange rates. Electric vehicles have truly democratized power. Engines making 800-plus horsepower were once reserved for only the most exotic supercars, but now potent electric powertrains can be found in everything from luxury sedans such as the 1234-hp Lucid Air Sapphire to pickups like the 1025-hp Rivian R1T Quad-Motor. In China, automotive giant BYD has begun selling its latest electric beast, the Yangwang U7, a sleek sedan with 1287 horsepower and a starting price that equates to less than $90,000 at current exchange rates. BYD introduced the Yangwang brand in 2023, and yes, the name is bound to elicit a few snickers from those with a juvenile sense of humor. But Yangwang has cranked out some of China's most interesting cars since its arrival, starting with the brash, decadent U8 SUV and dramatic U9 supercar. Both produce well over 1000 hp, look sharp, and feature neat gimmicks: the U8 can act as a boat in emergency situations and the U9 can jump thanks to a trick active air suspension. While both the U8 and U9 start north of $150,000, the U7 brings absurd performance at a more attainable price. The four electric motors—one for each wheel—combine for 1287 hp and 1239 pound-feet of torque, enough for the sedan to blast from zero to 62 mph in a claimed 2.9 seconds en route to a 167 mph top speed. That's a stellar result, especially since the U7 is a bit porky. It weighs around 6800 pounds and measures 207.3 inches long, about eight inches longer than a Porsche Panamera. A 135.5-kWh battery provides 447 miles on a charge, although that figure came via China's optimistic CLTC test cycle and would be shorter using the EPA's test procedure. The battery can charge at up to 500 kW and Yangwang claims it can charge from 30 to 80 percent in under 20 minutes, although given the claimed peak power draw, that time seems a bit longer than we'd expect. The U7 brings other goodies too, like rear-wheel steering and the DiSus-Z suspension system, which utilizes linear actuators instead of a traditional hydraulic damper like the DiSus-P system in Yangwang's other models. Along with providing an ultra-smooth ride and being height-adjustable, the system can stabilize the U7 if a tire blows by lifting the affected wheel and driving on the remaining three. The God's Eye driver-assistance system, meanwhile, makes use of three lidar sensors, five radar sensors, 13 high-definition cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors. This all combines to provide Level 2 hands-free driving capability. The cabin is dominated by rich red nappa leather and a trio of screens, with a 12.8-inch central display augmented by a 23.6-inch digital instrument cluster and a 6.0-inch screen for the front passenger. Available in four and five-seat configurations, the front chairs are 20-way adjustable and are ventilated, heating, and massaging. Along with a pair of 12.8-inch screens, the rear passengers get foldout tables and a mini refrigerator, and there are even "temperature sensing" armrests meant to keep you from getting too hot or cold. There's also a 23-speaker sound system. If you're not quite ready to commit to an EV, the Yangwang U7 is also offered as a range-extender plug-in hybrid. The PHEV retains all four electric motors—now hooked up to a 52.4-kWh battery—but adds a turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four, chosen for its low, compact design. The battery alone provides 124 miles, and when the gas engine kicks in the U7 can travel 621 miles. It's a shame that the Yangwang U7—with its combination of handsome styling, brawny powertrain, capable suspension, and luxurious cabin—will almost assuredly never be sold here. And while it may not be entirely fair to compare the price directly to what's available in the U.S., it's hard to not be envious of Chinese EV shoppers when they can buy a vehicle as comprehensive as the U7 for less than $100,000. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
