BYD recently celebrated the production of its 9-millionth vehicle, a significant milestone, at a ceremony held at its Shenzhen, China, factory.
Back in July 2024, BYD celebrated the production of its 8-millionth NEV. And now, just two months later, they have added another million to that count.
As the first Chinese automaker to reach this milestone, BYD is on a remarkable growth trajectory. With this pace, they are projected to hit the 10-million mark and possibly even 11 million by the end of this year.
The 9-millionth vehicle produced by BYD is the Yangwang U9, a super electric car from its sub-brand. Introduced on February 25, the first deliveries of this model began last month, with seven units delivered to customers in August.
The Yangwang U9 is the most expensive model in BYD’s lineup, starting at 1.68 million RMB (approximately 5.88 billion VND).
YangWang U9 is based on the new e4 platform. It boasts impressive dimensions with a length of 4,966 mm, a width of 2,029 mm, a height of 1,295 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,900 mm.
The U9 has a bold and distinctive design. The front of the car bears a striking resemblance to the McLaren Artura, and the rear features a large spoiler and enlarged aerodynamic diffusers.
The interior of the U9 showcases a minimalist aesthetic with essential conveniences: a 3-spoke steering wheel with integrated function buttons, two control sticks, and three screens, including two small screens in front of the driver and passenger seats and a uniquely shaped screen on the center console.
Under the hood, the YangWang U9 is equipped with four electric motors, each generating 322 horsepower, resulting in a combined output of 1,287 horsepower.
According to BYD, the YangWang U9 can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2 seconds and reach a top speed of 300 km/h. The company also claims that the vehicle can achieve a remarkable 700 km range on a single charge, thanks to its 100 kWh battery pack, as tested on the Chinese testing cycle.
Beyond its powerful drivetrain, the U9 also showcases advanced technologies that highlight the progress of China’s automotive industry. It features a unique suspension system, allowing the electric supercar to “jump” and lift all four wheels off the ground while remaining drivable even with only three wheels in contact with the road.
This capability is made possible by the “Disus-X” system, which comprises the Disus-C (intelligent vehicle body control system with shock absorption) developed by BYD, the Disus-P (intelligent vehicle body control system with hydraulic control), and the Disus-A (intelligent vehicle body control system with pneumatic control). Together, they enable control of the vehicle’s movement in the vertical, horizontal, and longitudinal directions. While this feature may rarely be used, it could be invaluable in situations where a tire or wheel issue arises.
