The YANGWANG ALTIOR is BYD’s new full‑size luxury electric limousine revealed globally in Abu Dhabi on 7 November 2026. It pairs coach‑door drama and a 2+2 executive cabin with an e⁴ four‑motor electric architecture and BYD’s Second‑Generation Blade Battery, claimed to deliver more than 1,000 km CLTC range.
Key facts at a glance
- Status: revealed (global debut 7 November 2026, Abu Dhabi).
- Body type: full‑size luxury sedan; coach‑door four‑door limousine with 2+2 four‑seat executive layout.
- Platform / powertrain: e⁴ platform with four independently controlled electric motors (four‑motor drivetrain).
- Battery / range: Second‑Generation Blade Battery; manufacturer claims more than 1,000 km (CLTC).
- Editions: Executive and Bespoke; first Bespoke theme reported as Shanhe Dingyun (limited).
- Dimensions: Length 5,600 mm; Width 2,030 mm; Height 1,590 mm; Wheelbase 3,500 mm.
- China reported pre‑sale (limited Shanhe Dingyun): CN¥2,080,000 indicative; deposit reported CN¥300,000.
Versions & specifications
| Item | Specification / detail |
|---|---|
| Platform / drivetrain | e⁴ platform; four independently controlled electric motors (four‑motor drivetrain) |
| Battery | Second‑Generation Blade Battery |
| Range (manufacturer claim) | More than 1,000 km (CLTC) |
| Charging architecture | FLASH (megawatt‑level) charging architecture (manufacturer claim) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H / wheelbase) | 5,600 mm × 2,030 mm × 1,590 mm; wheelbase 3,500 mm |
| Seating / layout | 2+2 four‑seat executive layout; coach‑door arrangement |
| Luggage volume | 532 litres |
Design and interior
The ALTIOR is presented as a coach‑door four‑door limousine with a 2+2 executive cabin. Rear coach doors open to 90° and front doors to 80°. Interior highlights listed by the manufacturer include full‑grain semi‑aniline leather, natural wood, Hetian jade, Suzhou embroidery, a 39‑speaker Dynaudio Platinum Evidence audio system with rising tweeters and a 21.4‑inch powered overhead screen. The first Bespoke theme for a limited run is named Shanhe Dingyun.
Technology and drive
Underpinned by BYD’s e⁴ platform, the ALTIOR uses four independently controlled motors for torque vectoring, tank‑turn capability and emergency flotation functions, according to the manufacturer. It features DiSus next‑generation fully active body control (road‑preview suspension) and God’s Eye A assisted‑driving system. The car uses BYD’s Second‑Generation Blade Battery and a FLASH megawatt‑level charging architecture; BYD claims CLTC range in excess of 1,000 km.
Prices and market launch
In China a limited Shanhe Dingyun Bespoke edition was reported in pre‑sale with an indicative price of CN¥2,080,000 and a reported deposit of CN¥300,000. No official Central or Eastern European launch dates, local prices or production locations have been announced.
Competitors
The ALTIOR is positioned against ultra‑luxury rivals such as the Rolls‑Royce Ghost, Mercedes‑Maybach S‑Class and Bentley Flying Spur, per the manufacturer's framing and media reporting.
Frequently asked questions
When does the YANGWANG ALTIOR come out?
The ALTIOR was revealed globally on 7 November 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Market launch dates for Central and Eastern Europe have not yet been announced.
How much does the YANGWANG ALTIOR cost?
A reported limited Shanhe Dingyun Bespoke edition in China shows an indicative pre‑sale price of CN¥2,080,000 with a reported CN¥300,000 deposit; local prices for Central and Eastern Europe have not yet been announced.
What range does the YANGWANG ALTIOR have?
BYD claims the ALTIOR achieves more than 1,000 km under the CLTC cycle using its Second‑Generation Blade Battery.
What powertrain does the ALTIOR use?
The ALTIOR is built on BYD’s e⁴ platform and uses four independently controlled electric motors (a four‑motor drivetrain) together with the Second‑Generation Blade Battery.
Where is the ALTIOR built?
The manufacturer has not announced the production plant or manufacturing locations for the ALTIOR.
How many seats and what is the luggage capacity?
The ALTIOR is configured as a 2+2 four‑seat executive limousine and lists luggage volume at 532 litres.
Are there special editions?
BYD lists Executive and Bespoke editions; the first reported Bespoke theme is Shanhe Dingyun, offered as a limited run in China.
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Status: 2026-11-10. This page is updated as soon as the manufacturer publishes new information.
