China has certified a 3019bhp version of the Yangwang U9 hypercar.

The database of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) now contains information about a new version of the Yangwang U9 electric hypercar. Characteristics are impressive: track modification U9 from the premium brand BYD received a four-motor powertrain with a total output of 2,220 kW, which is equivalent to 3,019 horsepower.

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Each motor is mounted on its own wheel and develops 555 kW. That's almost one and a half times more than the segment flagships such as the Rimac Nevera (1,914 hp total) and Lotus Evija (1,972 hp). To understand the scale - the standard Yangwang U9 develops "only" 960 kW (about 1,287 hp) and is already China's record holder for top speed among production cars, having accelerated to 392.6 km/h. The track version is documented to have a maximum of 350 km/h, but this is probably provisional or electronically limited. The price of the base U9 in China is about $231,000, the price of the track version has not been disclosed yet.

Externally, the Track Edition is close to the regular U9: low supercar silhouette, bright red body with glossy black accents, but with a clear emphasis on aerodynamics. Standard equipment includes a large fixed antifender and a massive diffuser with adjustable blades, both in carbon fibre. The roof is also made of carbon fibre to reduce weight. A more aggressive front splitter and a powered active rear wing will be offered as an option.

Dimensions depend on the aerodynamic package: length - 4 965 or 4 995 mm, width - 2 030 mm, height - 1 311 or 1 351 mm. Wheelbase - 2 900 mm. Curb weight is 2,478kg, which is a lot for a supercar, but typical for a large all-wheel drive electric car. All wheels are fitted with 325/30 R20 tyres.

Technical details are still limited to power data, but we can assume the model will retain key elements of the U9, including an 80kWh LFP battery with the ability to charge from 30 to 80 per cent in 10 minutes on a 500kW DC station. Also likely to remain is BYD's signature DiSus-X active suspension, which allows the car to move on three wheels and perform spectacular stunts on the spot.

Source: Electrek