When we talk about flat or boxer engines, the names of two manufacturers typically come to mind: Porsche and Subaru.

This unique engine configuration offers benefits in terms of better vehicle handling due to its lower center of gravity compared to conventional engines.

You might not suspect that a popular name in China is also venturing into producing boxer engines.

That name is none other than BYD!

This news is quite surprising as BYD already has a family of engines for its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model lineup.

This brand-new 2.0-liter turbo boxer engine will be paired with four electric motors to power the luxury sedan Yangwang U7.

Overall, it can generate up to 1,287 hp and 1,680 Nm of torque.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h can be achieved in just 2.9 seconds, a truly impressive figure for a sedan weighing 3 tons!

Interestingly, the engine serves primarily as a range extender to charge the battery, which then supplies power to the electric motors.

However, under certain conditions, this engine can deliver 272 hp and 380 Nm of power directly to the rear axle.

With the help of this boxer engine, BYD was able to design the Yangwang U7 with a lower hood profile, giving the sedan a sportier appearance.

Additionally, the NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) aspects of this sedan are significantly improved due to the reduced vibrations from the boxer engine.

With the boxer range extender, the Yangwang U7 can travel up to 966 km on a full tank and fully charged battery, while the zero-emission range can reach up to 193 km.

In China, the BYD Yangwang U7 is priced between RMB628,000 and RMB708,000 (RM367,000 to RM414,000).