Refreshed BYD Yangwang U7 Breaks the 1,000-Kilometer Range Barrier and Redefines Luxury EVs

By bike_ev_admin January 2, 2026 3 min read

BYD has taken a decisive step toward eliminating one of the biggest obstacles to mass EV adoption: range anxiety. With the latest update to its luxury flagship sedan, the BYD Yangwang U7, the Chinese automaker now promises over 1,000 kilometers of driving range on a single charge — a milestone rarely achieved by fully electric vehicles.

This update positions the Yangwang U7 as one of the longest-range electric cars in the world, targeting the upper end of the premium EV market.

150 kWh Blade Battery: The Key to 1,000+ km Range

At the heart of the Yangwang U7 is a massive 150 kWh Blade Battery, using LFP (lithium iron phosphate) chemistry — a technology BYD is known for refining at scale.

For comparison:

Most modern EVs use 60–100 kWh batteries
The U7’s battery alone weighs 926 kg, nearly as much as an entire Dacia Spring

For buyers who don’t need extreme long-distance capability, BYD also offers a 135.5 kWh battery, delivering:

800 km of range, up from 720 km in earlier iterations
Gains achieved primarily through software optimization and efficiency improvements

Heavyweight EV, Hypercar-Level Performance

Despite its massive battery and curb weight, the Yangwang U7 delivers supercar-grade performance.

Powertrain highlights:

Four electric motors
240 kW per motor
Total system output: 960 kW (1,287 hp)

Performance figures:

0–100 km/h: 2.9 seconds
Top speed: 270 km/h

This makes the U7 one of the fastest large electric sedans ever produced, regardless of weight.

Size, Comfort, and Aerodynamic Efficiency

The Yangwang U7 is designed as a full-size luxury sedan with a strong focus on passenger comfort:

Length: 5.26 m
Width: 1.99 m
Height: 1.51 m
Wheelbase: 3.16 m

Buyers can choose between:

Five-seat configuration
Four-seat executive layout for maximum rear-seat comfort

Despite its size, the U7 boasts an impressive drag coefficient of just 0.195 Cd, helping to preserve efficiency at high speeds and contributing to its record-breaking range.

Advanced Suspension and Autonomous Tech

To manage its significant mass and performance potential, BYD equipped the Yangwang U7 with:

DiSus-Z adaptive suspension, capable of rapid real-time adjustments for ride comfort and stability
“God’s Eye A” advanced driver assistance system, featuring:
- Three LiDAR sensors
- High-precision obstacle detection
- Enhanced highway and urban driving support

This technology stack places the U7 firmly in the next-generation luxury EV category.

Pricing and Market Positioning

The refreshed Yangwang U7 starts at RMB 628,000 (≈ €76,700). BYD describes the model as a million-dollar-class flagship, signaling its ambition to compete directly with the world’s most prestigious luxury brands.

With:

1,000+ km range
Nearly 1,300 hp
Cutting-edge battery and chassis technology

The Yangwang U7 stands as one of the most technically ambitious electric sedans ever built.

Big Picture

By crossing the 1,000-kilometer range threshold, BYD sends a clear message: long-range EVs no longer require compromises in performance or luxury. The Yangwang U7 is not just a technological showcase — it’s a statement that electric luxury has entered a new era.