BYD Has Recently Unveiled The Ultimate Amusement Park For Automotive Enthusiasts | Carscoops

      Attendees have the opportunity to experience models from BYD, Denza, Fang Cheng Bao, and Yangwang.

      The center features a 1-mile (1.7 km) race track with a straight stretch long enough to reach speeds of 136 mph.

      BYD has also constructed the largest sand dune climbing facility in the world for vehicle testing.

      Ticket prices range from $83 to approximately $927 for the VIP package.

      Porsche has its Experience Centers, and now the Chinese powerhouse BYD has launched a vast all-terrain driving experience center in Zhengzhou, which resembles a dream theme park for automotive enthusiasts. Many of the brand's most remarkable models are available for testing at the site, including the all-electric Yangwang U9.

      A standout feature of the facility is a 1-mile (1.7-km) racetrack with nine turns and a straight portion measuring 1,804 feet (550 m), allowing BYD's flagship models to reach speeds of up to 136 mph (220 km/h). Adjacent to the track is a 15,300 square-meter 'dynamic paddock' where vehicles can perform slalom and moose tests, while also demonstrating their automated parking capabilities.

      BYD has created a large low-friction surface made of 30,000 smooth basalt bricks, which is water-soaked to simulate driving on snow and ice. Additionally, a substantial 70-meter-long pool has been constructed. This pool is not intended for swimming; instead, it is designed to showcase the YangWang U8's ability to float and glide across the water due to its advanced electric powertrain. Despite the brand’s reputation and meticulous attention to detail, such features are not typically found in a Porsche Experience Center.

      You also won’t encounter anything akin to BYD’s Sand Incline at a Porsche facility. This enormous sand dune, certified by Guinness World Records as the highest and largest dune climbing facility for vehicle testing, was built with 6,200 tons of sand resembling that of the Alxa Desert. It also acts as a testing ground for the U8. The facility further includes a dedicated off-roading section and a spacious camping and relaxation area for guests.

      Four different ticket options are available for individuals wanting to explore everything BYD has to offer. The lowest-priced ticket, set at 899 yuan or $83, includes a passenger ride in the YangWang U9 and experiences in one vehicle from BYD's Dynasty or Ocean series. A more expensive 999 yuan ($139) ticket is offered, providing experiences with two Denza and Fang Cheng Bao models, including a track drive of the Z9 GT.

      There are two additional ticket options. The first is priced at 1,999 yuan or $280 and includes experiences in both the YangWang U8 and U9, along with models from the Dynasty/Ocean series, Denza, and Fang Cheng Bao. A VIP ticket is also available for 6,666 yuan or $927, which grants entry to all models and areas of the facility, in addition to a one-night stay at a nearby five-star hotel.