BYD's New Electric Sports Car Spotted on Public Roads for the First Time

A new electric sports car under development by Chinese automaker BYD (BYD) was recently spotted for the first time on public roads. Although the car was camouflaged, its appearance suggests that it may be a high-performance model comparable to the Porsche 911.

This new model is,Influenced by former Lamborghini and Audi designer Wolfgang EggerEgger's participation is expected to make BYD's new sports car an attractive model with sophisticated design and high performance. With Mr. Egger's participation, BYD's new sports car is expected to be an attractive model that combines sophisticated design and high performance.

About BYD's New Brand "Fang Cheng Bao

BYD launched its fifth sub-brand, Fang Cheng Bao (Equation Bao), in June 2023. The brand's lineup will include a wide range of products "from off-road vehicles to sports cars.

The first model under the Fang Cheng Bao brand, the Bao 5, was unveiled in November 2023. This was followed by the Bao 8 flagship SUV, the Super 3 compact SUV, and the much talked aboutConcept model of "Super 9" electric sports car unveiled.The company has been

Features of the new electric sports car spotted

According to the Chinese automotive news site CarNewsChina, BYD's new electric sports car has been spotted for the first time in China. In the images released, the sporty two-door EV can be seen being carried on a loaded vehicle.

Photo by carnewschina.com

The entire car is covered in the blue camouflage that has been used on BYD's previous prototypes, but the aggressive design, low-slung body, and sloping front end are still visible. However, as the model is still under development, details such as the headlights and rear bumper cannot be confirmed yet.

Projected specs and future development of the new electric sports car.

Interestingly, there are reports that the new electric sports car may be launched not under the originally planned Fang Cheng Bao brand, but under another BYD brand, Denza (腾势) Denza was originally a joint venture brand between Mercedes-Benz and BYD, but recently BYD has acquired the 100% ownership.

According to Chinese media estimates, this new electric sports car could be a four-seater, similar to the Porsche 911. However, the images seen do not confirm this point.

As for the powertrain, the car is likely to use a setup similar to that of the Denza-branded Z9 model. It will be powered by three electric motors,It suggests that the total output could reach approximately 1,000 hp (710 kW).

Photo by carnewschina.com

BYD's Denza brand will enter the European market next year with a shooting break model called the Z9 GT. This new electric sports car is expected to follow suit.

BYD's new electric sports car, a potential competitor to the Porsche 911.
We are eagerly awaiting the details and the official announcement of this project.The emergence of a full-fledged high-performance electric sports car by a Chinese manufacturer may bring new impetus to the automotive industry.