Yangwang U9 Track Edition: The World’s Fastest EV

BYD’s luxury sub-brand Yangwang has done it again. The U9 Track Edition is a record-breaking electric hypercar that now holds the title of the world’s fastest EV. The benchmark? An astonishing 472.41 km/h (293.54 mph) top speed, achieved at the ATP test track in Germany on August 8, 2025.

Record-Breaking Performance

This beast is powered by a quad-motor setup, each motor producing 555 kW (744 hp), for a combined output of over 3,000 PS (2,959 hp). That’s nearly 1,000 hp more than the Rimac Nevera. It runs on the world’s first 1,200V ultra-high-voltage platform, allowing the motors to spin up to 30,000 rpm.

The result? A speed run that didn’t just beat the Rimac Nevera’s official 412 km/h Guinness World Record, it even surpassed the unofficial 431.45 km/h run.” This provides more specific, verifiable information and is less sensational. Even the Aspark Owl SP600’s unofficial 438.7 km/h attempt looks tame in comparison.

Design That Turns Heads

Unlike a simple road car, the Track Edition is meticulously designed for high-speed function. It refines the U9’s existing aerodynamic profile with a new carbon-fiber front splitter and other modifications to optimize airflow and minimize drag at extreme speeds. A carbon-fiber front splitter, track-focused tires from Giti, and advanced heat management keep it glued to the road at near-jet speeds.

Tech That Keeps It in Control

At those speeds, control is key. That’s where DiSus-X Intelligent Body Control System comes in. It continuously adjusts suspension and wheel movement to keep the car flat, stable and maximize tire grip. Add independent torque vectoring that recalculates over 100 times a second and you get a hypercar that feels as composed as it is quick.

Inside, it’s still a U9: a luxury cockpit with Alcantara, ambient lighting and a vertical touchscreen. But make no mistake – this is a car built for the stopwatch, not comfort.

The Bigger Picture

Priced well above the standard U9’s $230,000 USD, the Track Edition isn’t for everyone. But it puts BYD’s Yangwang brand in the hypercar league alongside European giants like Rimac and Koenigsegg.

And the message it sends? China now owns the world EV speed crown.

FAQs

How fast is the Yangwang U9 Track Edition?
It’s the world’s fastest EV with a top speed of 472.41 km/h.

How much will the Track Edition cost?
Price TBA, but expect a premium over the standard U9’s $230,000 USD.