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Yangwang U9 Xtreme Becomes the World’s Fastest Car with a Record 496.22km/h Top Speed

The title of the world’s fastest production car now belongs to the Yangwang U9 Xtreme, an all-electric hypercar from BYD’s ultra-premium sub-brand, Yangwang. The U9 Xtreme achieved an astonishing top speed of 496.22km/h during a private test in Germany, officially dethroning the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ as the reigning record-holder.


Source: Google
Source: Google

Nearly 3,000 Horsepower of Electric Fury

At the heart of this engineering marvel lies a quad-motor electric drivetrain producing a combined 2,958 horsepower, distributed across all four wheels. This immense power not only propelled the U9 Xtreme to record-breaking speeds but also earned it the distinction of being the most powerful production car ever built.

Compared to the standard Yangwang U9, which already produces a remarkable 1,287hp, the U9 Xtreme features a highly advanced 1,200V electrical architecture—an upgrade from the regular model’s 800V system. This enables the car to sustain higher energy discharge for longer durations, optimising both performance and efficiency during extreme acceleration.


Precision Engineering Meets Aerodynamic Excellence

To achieve the unprecedented 496.22km/h top speed, Yangwang engineers implemented several critical upgrades. The U9 Xtreme swapped its standard Pirelli P Zero tyres for semi-slick Giti high-performance compounds, while its DiSus-X active suspension system was retuned for maximum high-speed stability.The team also removed the car’s signature rear wing to minimise aerodynamic drag, a vital step in pushing the electric hypercar to its absolute limits.


Source: Google
Source: Google

A Record-Breaking Machine Beyond Top Speed

Behind the wheel of this electric masterpiece was German racing driver Marc Basseng, who reached the official 496.22km/h mark—though data from onboard systems suggest the U9 Xtreme could have gone even faster under ideal wind and tyre load conditions.

In addition to its straight-line dominance, the U9 Xtreme also shattered the Nürburgring Nordschleife record for electric vehicles, posting a 6:59.157 lap time, surpassing the previous record held by the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra.


Limited Production, Unlimited Power

Yangwang has confirmed that only 30 units of the U9 Xtreme will be produced, ensuring its exclusivity among hypercar collectors. The car is now open for order, cementing BYD’s Yangwang division as a serious contender among the world’s most elite automotive brands. Check out for more updated car tips and information on our social media:

 
 
 

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