BYD's Yangwang luxury brand revealed the Altior, a full-size electric sedan targeting the super-luxury market. The car resembles a Rolls-Royce Ghost in proportion and design language, though it is about two inches longer.
The Altior uses a quad-motor electric powertrain with all four motors independent from each other. Total output wasn't disclosed, but the brand suspects it reaches the 1000-horsepower range. Yangwang claims the sedan can perform a tank turn and features an active body control system that adjusts suspension based on road conditions ahead. The car also claims "emergency flotation capability" for accidental water entry.
Power comes from Yangwang's second-generation Blade Battery, rated for 621 miles of range on China's CLTC cycle. The Altior has "Flash Charging" technology. The Yangwang U7 with the same Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging reaches a peak charging rate of about 1500 kilowatts, though charging specs for the Altior weren't revealed.
The interior uses Hetian jade for air vents and semi-aniline leather on seats. Suzhou embroidery creates cloud motifs throughout. Real metal switches, wool floor mats, and natural woods complete the cabin. The four-seat layout includes zero-gravity rear seats with massage function. A 39-speaker Dynaudio system and 21.4-inch overhead screen serve rear passengers. Two rear fridges include a warming function. Integrated umbrellas store in the doors.
Yangwang plans to sell the Altior in Europe but not the U.S.