BYD has announced that its 13 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) has officially rolled off the production line. The milestone unit was the Yangwang U7, a high-performance sedan from its premium sub-brand, Yangwang. This production figure comes just eight months after BYD reached its 10 millionth NEV milestone with the Denza Z9 GT in November 2024.

The Yangwang U7 is available in both battery-electric and plug-in hybrid variants. The EV version measures 5,265 mm in length, 1,998 mm in width, and 1,517 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,160 mm. It is powered by four electric motors, producing a combined output of 960 kW (1,287 hp), which enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 270 km/h. A 135.5 kWh battery delivers a CLTC-rated range of up to 720 km.

The plug-in hybrid version is slightly longer at 5,360 mm and features the same electric motor configuration, combined with a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine rated at 200 kW (268 hp). It has a 52.4 kWh battery and a 60-litre fuel tank, offering an all-electric range of 200 km and a total mixed range exceeding 1,000 km.

The U7 introduces BYD’s fully digital chassis technology, integrating the Disus-Z active suspension and YiSiFang four-motor independent drive system. The suspension utilises electromagnetic actuators instead of hydraulic dampers, and the rear wheels can turn up to 20 degrees, resulting in a reduced turning radius of 4.85 meters.

The vehicle’s drag coefficient is as low as 0.195 Cd, aided by a coupe-style roofline, retractable door handles, aerodynamic wheels, and an active rear spoiler.

Inside, the U7 features a symmetrical design centred around a 12.8-inch OLED touchscreen and a 23.6-inch 4K naked-eye 3D instrument panel. The front passenger also gets a separate 23.6-inch screen. The voice assistant supports lip-reading and dialect recognition, with a claimed response delay under 300 milliseconds.

The U7 comes in four-seat and five-seat configurations. The flagship four-seat version includes rear-seat entertainment screens, dual refrigerators, and Nappa leather seats with ventilation, heating, and massage functions. Both versions are equipped with a Dynaudio Platinum sound system.

In China, the five-seat luxury version is priced at 628,000 yuan (approximately 87,500 USD), while the four-seat flagship version is priced at 708,000 yuan (roughly 98,500 USD).