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BYD's Yangwang U9 Sets Hypercar Speed Record at 293.54 mph

8/28/2025

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BYD's Yangwang U9 Track Edition set a record top speed of 293.54 mph at Germany's ATP Papenburg track, exceeding Rimac Nevera R's 268.2 mph.
The hypercar features a quad-motor powertrain with nearly 3,000 hp, advanced torque vectoring, and enhanced suspension for stability.
Its lightweight design includes specialized tires and no rear wing for improved aerodynamics.
Pricing for the U9 Track Edition is undisclosed; the standard model is approximately $230,000.

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BYD's Yangwang U9 Track Edition set a record top speed of 293.54 mph at Germany's ATP Papenburg track, exceeding Rimac Nevera R's 268.2 mph.
The hypercar features a quad-motor powertrain with nearly 3,000 hp, advanced torque vectoring, and enhanced suspension for stability.
Its lightweight design includes specialized tires and no rear wing for improved aerodynamics.
Pricing for the U9 Track Edition is undisclosed; the standard model is approximately $230,000.