Motoring Echo can confirm that on 14 September 2025, YANGWANG launched the U9 Xtreme, setting a new record as the fastest car in the world with a top speed of 490.484 km/h (304.48 mph). This electric hypercar, formerly known as the U9 Track/Special Edition, demonstrates a commitment to zero emissions while delivering extraordinary power and speed.
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Key features of the U9X include a groundbreaking 1200V powertrain, a lithium-iron-phosphate Blade Battery with a 30C discharge rate, four high-speed motors generating over 3,000 PS, and advanced DiSus-X suspension. Stella Li, BYD’s Executive VP, expressed pride in this achievement, thanking the dedicated team and driver Marc Basseng, who skillfully set the speed record.
Limited to just 30 units, the U9 Xtreme embodies YANGWANG’s ethos of pushing boundaries and embracing innovation. With this launch, YANGWANG is redefining sustainable hypercars, backed by BYD’s dedication to performance and sustainability.
