The Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany recently released its official 2025 lap time rankings. This list covers 11 vehicle classes and includes 14 records. All results were completed under the full supervision of TÜV Rheinland and notaries, ensuring their authority. Of particular note is the inclusion of two high-performance electric vehicles from China, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and the BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme, highlighting the technological breakthroughs and global competitiveness of Chinese electric vehicles.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra: Two Versions Break Two Records
Prototype Category: The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype topped the prototype/pre-production vehicle category with an astonishing time of 6 minutes 22.091 seconds, more than 21 seconds faster than the second-place Ford F-150 Lightning SuperTruck. Its powertrain features a three-motor all-wheel-drive system with a combined output of 1548 PS and a top speed exceeding 350 km/h.
Production Version: The production version equipped with the optional track package took first place in the luxury (pure electric) category with a time of 7 minutes 04.957 seconds, becoming the first model in this category to break the 7-minute 10-second barrier. The interior features Dolby Atmos, 256-color ambient lighting, and heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats, along with the powerful OS infotainment system, balancing performance and comfort.
Yangwang U9 Xtreme: Pure Electric Supercar Breaks the "7-Minute Curse"
As a top-tier supercar limited to 30 units worldwide, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme set a new record in the supercar (pure electric) category with a time of 6 minutes and 59.157 seconds, becoming the first model in this category to break the 7-minute barrier. It is equipped with four high-performance electric motors, delivering a combined horsepower exceeding 3000Ps, combined with a full-range 1200V ultra-high voltage platform and a carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Previously, it had already set a world pure electric speed record of 496.22 km/h at the ATP test track in Germany. The driver of this car, German racing driver Moritz Kranz, has accumulated nearly 10,000 laps at the Nürburgring, demonstrating extensive experience.
Electric Drive System: The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra uses a three-motor four-wheel drive system with a total power of 1138kW and torque of 1770N·m; the Yangwang U9 Xtreme achieves precise torque distribution through four motors, combined with the Yunlian-X body control system, ensuring high-speed cornering stability.
Intelligent Driving: The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is equipped with dual NVIDIA Drive Orin-X chips and LiDAR, supporting functions such as automatic lane change assist.
Thermal Management Technology: Both models feature enhanced cooling systems to address the issue of heat decay during sustained high power output, ensuring repeatable lap times.
In this ranking, traditional gasoline-powered vehicles remain strong, with the Ford Mustang GTD leading the gasoline sports car group with a time of 6 minutes 52.072 seconds, and the Porsche 911 GT3 series occupying second to fourth place. However, the breakthroughs of Chinese pure electric vehicles in the two high-end categories of prototypes and supercars signify that Chinese manufacturing has shifted from "following" to "leading."
Historical Comparison: The NIO EP9 broke the Nürburgring Nordschleife record in 2017 with a time of 6 minutes and 45.90 seconds. The similar achievements of Xiaomi and Yangwang, as legally produced or near-produced vehicles, have even greater commercial and technological significance.
IV. Industry Significance: Redefining Electric Performance from the Track to the Market
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, starting at 529,900 RMB, balances daily use with ultimate performance, promoting the popularization of high-performance electric vehicles; the Yangwang U9 Xtreme sets a technological benchmark with its extreme craftsmanship. Both demonstrate China's maturity in core areas such as electric drive technology, chassis tuning, and aerodynamics, injecting new competitive momentum into the global electric vehicle market.
4.1 Prototypes/Pre-Production Models:
6:22.091 | Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype
6:43.482 | Ford F-150 Lightning SuperTruck
6:49.275 | Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X
6:48.393 | Ford Transit SuperVan
6:50.763 | Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
7:11.826 | Chevrolet Corvette Z06
7:46.130 | Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50
4.2 Sports Cars (Gasoline):
6:52.072 | Ford Mustang GTD
6:52.981 | Porsche 911 GT3 (992.2) Manthey Package
6:56.294 | Porsche 911 GT3
4.3 Supercars (Pure Electric):
6:59.157 | Yangwang U9 Xtreme
2025 Nürburgring Official Lap Time Rankings Released: Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and Yangwang U9 Xtreme Included
4.4 Luxury (Pure Electric):
7:04.957 | Xiaomi SU7 Ultra (Track Package)
4.5 Fastest Historical Record Holder:
5:19.546 | Porsche 919 Hybrid Evo | 2018
4.6 Fastest Production Road-Leading Car:
6:29.090 | Mercedes-AMG ONE | 2024
The Nürburgring Nordschleife lap time is not only a litmus test of performance, but also a symbol of technological strength and brand influence. This breakthrough by Xiaomi and Yangwang is not only a victory for their products, but also a declaration of China's automotive industry moving towards the high-end market. With the deepening of the electrification wave, the global high-performance car market landscape may be about to undergo a new round of reshuffling.
Article Data Source: Nürburgring Nordschleife 2025 Official Rankings, TÜV Rheinland Certification
