BYD’s Yangwang U7 Turned a Staircase into a Runway

Innovation often revealed itself in the most unexpected places. For BYD’s Yangwang U7, a staircase became more than concrete steps—it became a stage. The luxury electric sedan didn’t just climb; it glided upward with the confidence of a supercar and the grace of a dancer.

The Yangwang U7 carried 1,287 horses under its sleek frame. Four independent motors, powered by BYD’s e⁴ platform, gave it the freedom to move in ways few cars ever could. The stunt began with a climb of 1,000 stairs that would have rattled any other machine into surrender. Yet the U7 pulled forward, tyre after tyre gripping stone, suspension adapting in real time.

The secret lay in the DiSus-Z electromagnetic suspension. Reacting in just 10 milliseconds, it floated across each stair, harvesting energy from every movement while keeping the cabin steady. Even when the climb ended, the spectacle continued. A seamless parking manoeuvre followed, executed with precision as if the car had rehearsed for this exact moment.

Inside, the Star Ring Cockpit surrounded passengers with curved OLED screens and AI-driven assistance. Luxury intertwined with futuristic control, turning technology into experience rather than distraction.

The climb showed more than raw power. It taught that engineering, when combined with vision, could reframe limits. Luxury did not have to be fragile. Performance did not have to sacrifice elegance. The Yangwang U7 proved that boundaries could be redrawn—1,000 stairs at a time.

The BYD Yangwang U7 redefined what a luxury electric sedan could achieve. From conquering a staircase to executing impossible parking, it stood as a reminder that innovation lived in bold demonstrations. Where others saw obstacles, the U7 created momentum.