by Chinese Electric Car with Record Power: Are the Numbers Real?
Chinese sources reported that the new version of the YangWang U9 Track Edition is capable of producing 2,977 hp, which is 870 hp more than the Rimac Nevera R. However, the founder of Rimac Automobili, Mate Rimac, expressed doubts about the reliability of these figures, suggesting the possibility of a misinterpretation of the data.
“Most Chinese electric cars use LFP batteries, which are unlikely to provide the necessary 20+ C discharge rate to achieve 2+ megawatts of power”
Technical Limitations
Rimac explained that even the Nevera R with the most modern batteries is limited to approximately 1.5 megawatts (2,107 hp) because the motors and inverters are operating at the limit of their capabilities. He also noted that even at this power, the car loses traction with the road up to 100 mph, so 2,977 hp would simply be impractical for real-world use.
Official data from the Chinese ministry claims that each of the four electric motors of the U9 Track Edition produces 744 hp, but there is no confirmation that all of them can operate at maximum power simultaneously. Furthermore, an important factor is not only the peak power but also how it is distributed and maintained during movement.
In light of these technical nuances, the claim of nearly 3,000 hp looks more like a marketing move than a real characteristic. Even if the system is capable of briefly producing such power, its practical benefit remains questionable due to the physical limitations of tires and other components.
