BYD's Yangwang model to initiate presale of U8L starting from July 31st.
BYD Unveils High-End U8L Dingshi Edition Luxury SUV
BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced the upcoming launch of its new luxury SUV, the U8L Dingshi Edition. The vehicle will be showcased at a launch event taking place at 2:30 pm Beijing Time on July 31.
The U8L Dingshi Edition is a technologically advanced, high-performance luxury SUV that boasts an advanced hybrid powertrain and premium design features. It is larger than the standard U8, with a longer body, wheelbase, and overall dimensions.
Key Features and Specifications
The U8L Dingshi Edition measures 5,400 mm in length, 2,049 mm in width, 1,921 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 3,250 mm. It is equipped with a 2.0L turbocharged gasoline engine combined with four electric motors, each producing 220 kW (295 hp), with a total system output of up to 880 kW (1,180 hp) and maximum torque of 1,280 Nm. This plug-in hybrid system supports a comprehensive range of around 1,000 km under the CLTC cycle.
The SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 3 seconds and has a top speed of 200 km/h. Fast charging capability recharges the battery from 30% to 80% in about 18 minutes.
Built on BYD’s advanced e4 (Yisifang) platform and featuring the DiSus-P intelligent suspension system, the U8L Dingshi Edition offers capabilities such as all-terrain tank turns, tire blowout stabilization, and emergency flotation on water.
The exterior of the U8L Dingshi Edition features a dual-tone Obsidian Black and Solar Flare Gold (Sun Gold) paint scheme with gold accents, including a 24K gold-plated logo inspired by ancient Chinese calligraphy. The vehicle comes with exclusive 23-inch or optional forged 24-inch wheels, and the rear features a split electric tailgate ("heaven's door") with a lower tailgate able to support seating of two adults and a power tailgate function.
The interior of the U8L Dingshi Edition is styled like a "mobile lounge" with seats upholstered in premium Nappa leather and natural teak or walnut wood trims. It features a 12.8-inch OLED central control curved display, a full LCD instrument panel, a co-pilot 23.6-inch entertainment screen, AR-HUD head-up display, and a three-screen cockpit design totaling 23.6-inch instrument screen, 12.8-inch central, and 23.6-inch co-pilot.
Executive second-row Zero Gravity seats with electric adjustment, calf rests, foldable tables, wireless charging, and entertainment screens are available, along with interior color themes in black/brown and purple/gray. The center console includes an embedded refrigerator with a temperature range from –6°C to 50°C, and plush 15mm natural wool carpets enhance cabin comfort.
The U8L Dingshi Edition is equipped with BYD’s "God’s Eye" DiPilot 600 driving assistance system, which enables advanced autonomous driving functions such as highway navigation, automatic parking assistance, and urban navigation. The e4 platform provides independent control of all four wheels, enabling advanced off-road capabilities.
BYD plans to launch its high-end Yangwang brand in Europe, according to a report. The U8L Dingshi Edition is scheduled to be launched in the second half of this year, but no information about the price or availability of the vehicle was provided in the article.
About Yangwang
Yangwang is an ultra-luxury sub-brand of BYD (HKG: 1211, OTCMKTS: BYDDY). The other two models under the Yangwang sub-brand are the U9 electric supercar and the U7 sedan. The U8 was launched on September 20, 2023, with a starting price of RMB 1,098,000 ($153,200).
The U8L Dingshi Edition, with its golden logo crafted from 24K pure gold, is set to be a technologically advanced, high-performance luxury SUV that emphasizes sophistication, off-road capability, and a spacious, ultra-luxurious interior. It combines a powerful hybrid electric drivetrain with premium materials and innovative driving assistance systems targeted at the executive market.
- The U8L Dingshi Edition, launching by BYD, is a high-end SUV model under the Yangwang sub-brand, intended for the executive market.
- This technologically advanced vehicle is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system that supports a range of around 1,000 km and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 3 seconds.
- The luxury SUV is built on BYD’s e4 platform and boasts innovative features such as all-terrain tank turns, fast charging capability, and the "God’s Eye" DiPilot 600 driving assistance system.
- The U8L Dingshi Edition's interior is designed like a "mobile lounge" with premium materials, advanced screens, executive second-row seats, and a refrigerator embedded in the center console, all aimed to provide a luxurious and comfortable driving experience.
