The Yangwang U9 02 prototype blew past expectations on the ATP Papenburg test track in Germany, reaching a mind bending 496.22 kmh. This officially makes it the fastest production car in the world. It is not the first time BYD has surprised the world. In August 2025, its earlier test car clocked 472.41 kmh, already breaking EV records. That came after a 391.94 kmh run in October 2024 and a Nürburgring lap of 7 minutes and 17 seconds just a month later. With each milestone, BYD proves it is not just making EVs, it is building electric legends.

The U9 02 is built for extremes. It is powered by four electric motors, each spinning at 30,000 rpm and producing 555 kW. The total output? A monstrous 2,220 kW or 2,978 horsepower. This is backed by BYD’s cutting edge 1,200V ultra high voltage system, designed to maximize energy efficiency at high speeds. Unlike most hypercars that struggle to balance power and control, this EV uses tech to push both forward. While exact battery capacity is still under wraps, the focus is clear: reach record breaking speeds with maximum control and minimum energy loss.

Speed means nothing without stability. To keep the U9 02 planted during high speed runs, BYD uses its DiSus X system, an active body control tech that adjusts the car’s posture in real time. This minimizes lift and keeps the tires gripped even during violent acceleration. Speaking of tires, BYD developed semi slick rubber rated for up to 500 kmh just for this car. With this combination of real time suspension tuning and ultra high performance tires, the U9 02 isn’t just fast, it is shockingly composed.