Yangwang U8 Off-Road Edition

Description

BYD Yangwang U8 Off-Road Edition: The First SUV with ‘Spirit Iris’ Drone System

Pioneering Drone-Integrated Vehicle Technology

The Yangwang U8 Off-Road Player Edition is the first vehicle equipped with the ‘Spirit Iris’ intelligent drone system, co-developed by BYD and DJI. This groundbreaking system seamlessly integrates drones into automotive intelligence.

Key Features & Innovations

✅ Advanced Hardware Integration

Retractable Car-Mounted Hangar: World’s first dynamic landing pad (only 21.5cm thick), supporting takeoff/landing at speeds up to 25 km/h and 2km precision auto-return.

Dual-Camera System: AI-controlled drone pairs with a 4K roof camera for synchronized ground & aerial footage.

Smart Shooting: Gesture-activated AI (wave, clap) enables tracking, circling, and close-up shots. 30+ templates allow one-click 4K cinematic videos.

Battery Swapping & Solar Charging: Designed for U8’s extreme off-road conditions, with a swappable battery version and an optional solar panel charging system.

✅ Revolutionizing User Experience

Off-Road Assist: The drone scouts terrain up to 2km ahead, assisting with navigation over cliffs, sand pits, and obstacles. Adaptive suspension (YunNian-P) adjusts based on drone feedback.

Family & Business Use: AI auto-tracks children, conducts site surveys, and streamlines content creation.

Versions & Pricing

Exclusive U8 Model (Battery-Swap): Launched in April 2024, optional at $14,000, positioning it as a luxury off-road feature.Fast-Charge Version (March 2025): Priced at $2,200, expanding compatibility across multiple brands while the U8 retains its premium battery-swap design.

Strategic Impact

From Niche Luxury to Mass Adoption: BYD transforms car-mounted drones from novelty to necessity, setting a new “Smart Car+” standard.

Cross-Industry Collaboration: Partnering with DJI, Huawei, and others, with potential applications in agriculture, security, and AI-driven mobility.