At the heart of the Yangwang U9 Xtreme lies an advanced electric powertrain featuring four independently controlled motors, each producing approximately 745 horsepower. Together, they generate a combined output of around 2,977 horsepower, more than double the power of the standard Yangwang U9.

The electric hypercar uses BYD's advanced e4 Platform, allowing engineers to precisely distribute torque between all four wheels. This technology continuously adjusts power delivery to maximize traction and maintain stability, even when traveling at extraordinary speeds.

Supporting this performance is a sophisticated 1,200 volt electrical architecture, high performance Blade Battery technology, and an advanced thermal management system. These innovations ensure that the powerful electric motors can operate efficiently under the extreme demands of record breaking acceleration and sustained high speed driving.

The historic record attempt took place on Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra region, where authorities secured a 10 kilometer section of the E11 highway, including a seven kilometer straight.

Behind the wheel was German racing driver Marc Basseng, who had previously driven the U9 Xtreme to a speed of 496.22 km/h in Germany during September 2025.

Achieving an even higher speed required meticulous preparation. Engineers carefully inspected and cleaned the road surface before adjusting the rear wing angle, suspension settings, and tire pressures to optimize stability.

Yangwang also collaborated with Giti Tire to develop specialized high performance tires capable of handling the enormous forces generated at extreme speeds. Following several testing runs, the U9 Xtreme finally reached 503.17 km/h, securing two Guinness World Records for production car speed achieved in a single direction.

Beyond its remarkable top speed, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme has demonstrated impressive capabilities on one of the world's most demanding racing circuits.

At Germany's legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife, the electric hypercar completed a lap in just 6 minutes and 59.157 seconds, establishing a record for production electric vehicles and proving that its engineering extends beyond outright acceleration.

Its advanced DiSus X active suspension system, independent torque control, and aerodynamic improvements help maintain stability through demanding corners while delivering exceptional performance.

Adding to its appeal, Yangwang plans to produce only 30 examples worldwide, making the U9 Xtreme an exceptionally rare addition to the electric hypercar market.

By combining record breaking speed, advanced electric engineering, and extreme exclusivity, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme has demonstrated that electric performance can challenge the limits once dominated by traditional combustion engine hypercars.