Chinese BYD, through its luxury sub-brand Yangwang, has dethroned Bugatti from its long-held dominance at the top of the speed charts. The groundbreaking Yangwang U9 Xtreme, an all-electric hypercar, has now claimed the title of the world’s fastest production car, surpassing the legendary Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+.
Record-Breaking Run
On September 14, 2025, German racing driver Marc Basseng drove the Yangwang U9 Xtreme at the Papenburg test track in Germany. The car clocked an astonishing 496 km/h (≈ 308.3 mph), officially setting a new top-speed record for a production vehicle.
This achievement breaks the previous record of 490.48 km/h (304.77 mph) set by the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ back in 2019.
The U9 Xtreme is powered by a 4-motor electric powertrain delivering 2,978–3,027 hp (approximately 3000 hp). It runs on a 1,200-volt system with a Lithium iron phosphate Blade Battery, combined with semi-slick tyres and active suspension, ensuring stability and control at extreme speeds. Only 30 units of this hypercar will be built, making it not just a record-setter but also an ultra-exclusive machine.
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Why It Matters
This marks the first time an electric hypercar has overtaken internal-combustion legends in terms of straight-line speed. With innovations such as BYD’s Blade Battery and advanced electric torque vectoring, the Chinese BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme proves that the future of speed is electric.
The Broader Timeline
The race for the world’s fastest production car has always been a fierce competition between elite automakers. Below is a snapshot of the record evolution leading up to BYD’s groundbreaking achievement:
| Vehicle | Year | Top Speed (mph) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ | 2019 | ~304.77 | Record set by Andy Wallace in Germany |
| Yangwang U9 Track Edition (EV) | Aug 2025 | ~293.5 | Previous EV speed record before U9 Xtreme |
| Yangwang U9 Xtreme (EV) | Sept 2025 | 308.3 | Fastest production car in history |
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Conclusion
With the Yangwang U9 Xtreme, Chinese BYD has not only showcased its engineering might but also proven that electric hypercars can dominate the automotive world. From its 4-motor electric powertrain and 1,200-volt architecture to the cutting-edge Blade Battery, this record doesn’t just break limits—it redefines them. The era where Bugatti ruled speed has ended; now, the crown belongs to Yangwang U9 Xtreme.
