BYD Han EV vs Yangwang U9: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BYD Han EV vs Yangwang U9. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BYD Han EV wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 2 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | Han EV | U9 |
|---|---|---|
| Range Han EV wins | 521 km | 450 km |
| Battery Han EV wins | 85.4 kWh | 80 kWh |
| Efficiency Han EV wins | 15.1 kWh/100km | 18.7 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h U9 wins | 3.9 s | 2.36 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% U9 wins | ~30 min | ~25 min |
| Seats Han EV wins | 5 | 2 |
| Price Han EV wins | $38,000 | $168,000 |
| Rating U9 wins | 4.4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $340/yr | $421/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | Han EV | U9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 85.4 kWh (LFP Blade) | 80 kWh |
| Range | 521 km (WLTP) | 450 km (CLTC) |
| Top speed | 185 km/h | 309 km/h |
| Power | AWD · 517 hp | Quad-motor AWD · 1,305 hp |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 2.36 s |
| Charging (10-80%) | ~30 min | ~25 min |
| Drive | Dual motor AWD | Quad-motor AWD |
| Efficiency | 15.1 kWh/100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Cargo | 480 L | 100 L |
| V2L | Yes | — |
BYD Han EV
Pros
- Executive presence
- Superb value
- Very quick
- Luxurious cabin
Cons
- Large footprint in cities
- Heavy
- Firm suspension on sport trim
- Some markets lack official support
Yangwang U9
Pros
- Insane acceleration
- Four-wheel torque vectoring
- Supercar presence
- BYD build quality
Cons
- Very expensive
- Limited range
- Two seats only
- Brand unknown outside China
Frequently asked questions
Is the BYD Han EV really better than Yangwang U9?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, BYD Han EV or Yangwang U9?
521 km vs 450 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $340/yr for the BYD Han EV and $421/yr for the Yangwang U9.
Should I compare more models?
Yes - add both models to our interactive comparator to see every spec side by side, or use the Which EV quiz to find more models that fit your budget and lifestyle.
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