BYD’s luxury brand Yangwang has introduced the all-electric Altior in Abu Dhabi, featuring a four-seat cabin, quad-motor powertrain and a claimed driving range of over 1,000 km.
BYD’s luxury vehicle brand, Yangwang, has unveiled its new flagship electric vehicle, the Altior, at a global premiere in Abu Dhabi. The model enters the ultra-luxury segment with a focus on Chinese craftsmanship, advanced technology and passenger comfort.
Positioned as a rival to the Rolls-Royce Phantom, the Altior combines traditional design elements with modern electric vehicle technology. Its reported starting price in China is around Rs 2.9 crore (CNY 2 million). Here are 10 key highlights of the new luxury electric vehicle.
1. BYD’s Most Luxurious Vehicle Yet
The Yangwang Altior sits at the top of the brand’s vehicle range. It has been developed to compete with established ultra-luxury models from global manufacturers. The vehicle also highlights BYD’s focus on premium materials, advanced engineering and traditional Chinese craftsmanship.
2. Design Inspired by Ancient Chinese Culture
The Altior’s design takes inspiration from the ancient Chinese ceremonial bronze vessel known as the ding. Yangwang has used this cultural symbol to shape the vehicle’s proportions, stance and exterior details.
3. Large Dimensions and Long Wheelbase
The Altior has a commanding road presence due to its large dimensions. It measures 5,600 mm in length, 2,030 mm in width and 1,590 mm in height. It also gets a 3,500 mm wheelbase, providing a spacious platform for its luxury-focused cabin.
4. Unique Front Grille and Lighting Design
The front grille is one of the Altior’s most distinctive exterior features. Its intricate design takes inspiration from high-end jewellery. The vehicle also features 12 illuminated elements that create a special welcome lighting sequence.
5. Coach Doors and Luxury Interior Materials
The Altior features coach-style doors for easier entry and exit. Its front doors open up to 80 degrees, while the rear doors open up to 90 degrees.
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The doors also house integrated umbrellas inspired by Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. Inside, the cabin features Yellow Hetian jade, Suzhou embroidery, semi-aniline leather, natural wood trims and wool floor mats.
6. Emergency Floating Capability
One of the Altior’s unusual features is its emergency flotation system. It is designed to provide temporary buoyancy if the vehicle accidentally enters water. The system works alongside BYD’s vehicle control technology. It adds another safety feature for emergency situations.
7. Four-Seat Cabin With Executive Comfort
The Yangwang Altior comes with a dedicated four-seat layout. Its rear cabin focuses on providing a lounge-like experience for passengers. The executive rear seats offer aviation-style zero-gravity positioning, massage functions and reclining backrests. Passengers can also use a one-touch relaxation mode.
8. 39-Speaker Audio System and Large Display
The Altior offers several technology-focused comfort features. These include a 39-speaker Dynaudio Platinum Evidence sound system and a powered 21.4-inch overhead display. It also gets front and rear refrigerators, along with a 532-litre luggage compartment.
9. Quad-Motor Electric Powertrain
The electric luxury vehicle is built on BYD’s e4 platform. It uses four independently controlled electric motors that adjust torque distribution more than 100 times per second. The system also supports tank-turn functionality. This technology allows the vehicle to perform tight turns using independent motor control.
10. Claimed Driving Range of Over 1,000 km
The Altior uses BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery. The company claims a driving range of more than 621 miles, or around 1,000 km, on the CLTC testing cycle.
It is also the first model to feature BYD’s new 4nm Xuanji A3 assisted-driving chip. The vehicle combines this chip with the God’s Eye A autonomous driving suite.
Exclusive Bespoke Editions
Yangwang will offer the Altior in Executive and Bespoke versions. The first special edition is called Shanhe Dingyun. This limited-production version features a brown-and-gold exterior finish and a jade-inspired interior. It is aimed at collectors seeking a more exclusive luxury vehicle.
Yangwang Altior: What Makes It Different?
The Yangwang Altior combines traditional Chinese design with advanced electric vehicle technology. Its four-seat executive cabin, quad-motor setup, emergency flotation system and claimed 1,000 km range make it a distinctive entry in the ultra-luxury EV segment.
With its reported price of around Rs 2.9 crore in China, the Altior is positioned against established luxury vehicles such as the Rolls-Royce Phantom. Further details about its availability in other markets have not been provided in the supplied information.
