BYD’s luxury automotive brand Yangwang has unveiled the all-electric Altior at its global debut in Abu Dhabi. Positioned as an ultra-luxury vehicle, the Altior combines Chinese-inspired design, handcrafted interiors, and advanced electric vehicle technology.
Measuring 5,600mm in length, 2,030mm in width, and 1,590mm in height, the Altior gets a 3,500mm wheelbase. Its design draws inspiration from the ancient Chinese ceremonial bronze vessel known as the ding. The exterior features a distinctive front grille, sequential lighting elements, and coach-style doors, with the front doors opening up to 80 degrees and the rear doors to 90 degrees.
A Luxury-Focused Interior
The Altior features a four-seat layout designed around rear passenger comfort. Its cabin combines traditional Chinese craftsmanship with modern technology.
Key highlights include:
- Four-seat executive layout
- Zero-gravity rear seats with mechanical massage
- 39-speaker Dynaudio Platinum Evidence sound system
- 21.4-inch powered overhead display
- Front and rear refrigerators
- Suzhou embroidery, Hetian jade detailing and full-grain leather upholstery
- 532-litre luggage compartment
The rear seats also get a one-touch relaxation mode that coordinates seat positioning, lighting, fragrance and massage functions.
Battery and Range
The Altior uses BYD’s Second-Generation Blade Battery, offering a claimed range of over 999km on the CLTC cycle. It also supports BYD’s FLASH Charging technology, with further charging specifications yet to be announced.
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Final Take
The Yangwang Altior will be offered in Executive and Bespoke editions, including a limited-run Shanhe Dingyun special edition. With its focus on rear-seat luxury, advanced electric technology and Chinese-inspired craftsmanship, the Altior represents BYD’s ambitions in the global ultra-luxury vehicle segment.
