BYD’s Yangwang U9 Supercar Arrives in Egypt as the First in the Middle East
A Milestone for the Egyptian Automotive Market
QN Automotive has announced the official debut of the Yangwang U9 electric supercar in the Egyptian market. According to the company, Egypt is the first country in the Middle East to receive this high-performance model from the luxury brand "Yangwang," owned by China’s BYD Group. The unit brought to Egypt carries global chassis number 12.
This introduction represents a significant shift in the local automotive landscape, expanding beyond daily commuters into high-performance electric vehicles backed by cutting-edge engineering and driving technology.
Investment Climate and Stability Drive Expansion
Dr. Islam Nasrallah, Chairman of QN Automotive, stated that selecting Egypt as the first regional market for this electric supercar stems from the attractive investment environment, stability, and security under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. He added that government incentives introduced in recent years to support electric mobility are bearing fruit, encouraging global firms to introduce their latest innovations in Egypt.
Hyper-Performance: 1,306 HP and Quad Electric Motors
Built on the advanced e4 electric platform, the Yangwang U9 features four independent electric motors delivering:
Total Output: 960 kW (equivalent to ~1,306 hp).
Peak Torque: 1,680 Nm.
Acceleration: 0 to 100 km/h in 2.36 seconds.
Efficiency: Drivetrain efficiency reaches 94.5%, with power transmission efficiency rated at 99.8%.
DiSus-X Intelligent Chassis Control & Carbon Fiber Structure
The vehicle integrates state-of-the-art chassis and structural technologies:
DiSus-X System: Controls active suspension independently with an adjustable range of up to 75 mm and a maximum single-axis lifting speed of 500 mm/s, ensuring high stability and track performance (along with dance-like motion features synced to music).
Structure & Weight: Built on a high-performance carbon-fiber monocoque with Cell-to-Body (CTB) battery integration. It is equipped with carbon-ceramic brakes that are over 70% lighter than traditional cast-iron discs for enhanced heat resistance and brake performance.
Blade Battery and Ultra-Fast Charging
Battery: 80 kWh Blade Battery with dual-sided direct cooling.
Range: Up to 450 km (under the CLTC testing cycle).
Charging: Supports ultra-fast charging up to 500 kW, enabling a 30% to 80% charge in approximately 10 minutes.
Luxury Cockpit & Digital Connectivity
Despite its track focus, the two-seater cabin offers a high-tech digital experience:
12.3-inch Mini LED central display and a 10.25-inch digital driver cluster.
5G connectivity, 50W wireless charging, and digital key support (NFC/UWB).
Premium 12-speaker Dynaudio Platinum Evidence sound system and 127-color ambient lighting