Exciting news in the automotive world! BYD has officially launched its highly anticipated flagship sedan, the Yangwang U7, which is available in both fully electric and plug-in hybrid versions. The starting price for the five-seat version begins at 628,000 yuan, while the four-seat version starts at 708,000 yuan.
The Yangwang U7 features the world’s first intelligent floating body control system known as Yunlian-Z. This innovative technology, previously used in aircraft carrier electromagnetic catapults and maglev trains, is making its debut in the automotive sector. According to BYD, this marks the first mass production of a fully electrified suspension system in global new energy vehicles, signifying a new era referred to as the “Four Electric Era” in the industry.
During the launch event, BYD highlighted the evolution of automotive suspension technology. To push the limits of liquid-controlled suspensions, over 10,000 engineers dedicated seven years to develop the groundbreaking Yunlian-Z system, which is now featured in the Yangwang U7.
The Yunlian-Z electric suspension introduces a pioneering direct-drive technology that allows the vehicle to convert electrical energy directly into robust kinetic energy, achieving vertical control without relying on hydraulic fluids. This revolutionary advancement transitions the industry from reliance on traditional oil systems to full electrification.
Yunlian-Z has set multiple industry records. For instance, it boasts the fastest detection response speed in the sector, with its magic ruler sensor capable of capturing vehicle posture 4,000 times in just 50 microseconds, which is 20 times faster than the industry average. Additionally, the system features the quickest primary power adjustment speed globally, executing full control within five milliseconds, significantly surpassing traditional active suspensions, while maintaining a height adjustment precision of only 1 millimeter.
Thanks to Yunlian-Z, the Yangwang U7 can adeptly handle various road conditions, including potholes and rough surfaces. The vehicle also integrates several of BYD’s core technologies, including independent torque vectoring, enabling advanced maneuvers like tight turns and pivoting in place. Moreover, the U7 is equipped with a 20° bi-directional intelligent rear-wheel steering system and agile steering capabilities, allowing it to exhibit the agility of a compact vehicle despite its D-class size.
On the smart driving front, the Yangwang U7 utilizes the Tian Shen Zhi Yan A three-laser radar system, featuring a total of 32 smart driving sensors and dual Orin X chips with a computing power of 508 TOPS. This configuration supports advanced L2+ driving assistance capabilities. In terms of range, the all-electric version comes with a dedicated 135.5 kWh high-performance blade battery, offering a pure electric range of 720 km under the CLTC cycle, while the plug-in hybrid version features a battery capacity of 52.4 kWh, achieving a comprehensive range of 1,000 km.
