TESTING 5 WICKED-QUICK EVS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF

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This video from MotorTrend explores five surprisingly fast Chinese EVs, highlighting their performance capabilities and unique features. The BYD Han, an AWD dual-motor sedan, impresses with its 3.9-second 0-60 time and solid ride quality, though its traditional interior is noted as a potential drawback for modern EV buyers. The Nio ET5, also an AWD dual-motor EV, offers rapid acceleration (0-60 in 3.3 seconds) and a novel battery-swapping system, but struggles with handling grip and an overly aggressive stability control. The Yangwang U8, a massive extended-range electric SUV, boasts immense power (1,180 hp) and luxurious appointments, making it a strong contender in the high-end luxury SUV segment despite its significant body roll and 28.3-second figure-eight time. The MG Cyberster, a two-door EV convertible, delivers a quick 3.1-second 0-60 time and a striking design, but its brake pedal feel and handling dynamics are criticized compared to its straight-line performance. Finally, the Xiaomi SU7 Max emerges as the standout, a 664 hp AWD sedan that achieves a blistering 2.68-second 0-60 time and a 10.71-second quarter-mile, outperforming many established performance cars, though brake cooling issues are noted. The review underscores the rapid advancement and competitive nature of the Chinese EV market.