Dubai Police add 'floating SUV' Yangwang U8 to Luxury Patrol Fleet

Dubai: Dubai Police have added another remarkable vehicle to their distinctive luxury tourist patrol fleet: the Yangwang U8, a high-performance SUV capable of floating on water, turning a full 360 degrees on the spot and accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. With a combined output of 1,197 horsepower, the electric-powered SUV brings an unusual combination of performance and technology to a fleet already known internationally for its luxury and high-performance vehicles. Unveiled at the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2026) at Dubai World Trade Centre, the vehicle was introduced in partnership with Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, the exclusive distributor of Yangwang vehicles in the UAE. An SUV that can float Among the Yangwang U8’s most distinctive features is its emergency flotation capability, designed to allow the vehicle to remain afloat and move through water during emergencies and flooding. The SUV can also perform a complete 360-degree rotation without moving forwards or backwards, a feature that demonstrates its advanced manoeuvring technology. Combined with its 1,197 horsepower and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, these capabilities make the Yangwang U8 a striking addition to Dubai Police’s tourist patrol fleet. Bringing police closer to visitors Brigadier Saeed Al Hajri, Director of the General Department of Criminal Investigation at Dubai Police, officially unveiled the new patrol and welcomed the continued cooperation with Al-Futtaim Automotive Group. He explained that the vehicle will help strengthen police visibility and engagement at some of Dubai’s best-known attractions, including Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard and Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). Rather than serving solely as a patrol vehicle, the Yangwang U8 will also provide a point of contact between officers and the public, allowing tourists and residents to seek assistance, obtain information and learn more about Dubai Police’s community services. Brigadier Al Hajri said the addition reflects the force’s commitment to modernising its fleet through advanced automotive technologies and environmentally friendly mobility solutions. Technology meets sustainability The introduction of the Yangwang U8 forms part of Dubai Police’s wider efforts to incorporate electric-powered vehicles into its operations while enhancing the experience of visitors to the city. Brigadier Al Hajri emphasised that partnerships with automotive companies support the adoption of modern technologies and help Dubai Police maintain a contemporary fleet suited to the city’s evolving needs. Official unveiling The unveiling ceremony was attended by Brigadier Ali Mohammad Faraj Al Muhairi, Pilot Instructor and Director of the General Department of Transport and Rescue; Colonel Mohammad Abdulrahman Abdulwahid, Director of the Tourist Police Department; and Colonel Anwar Al Nimer, Director of the Force Vehicles Department. Also present were Yousuf Raisi, Director of Government Affairs and Health, Safety, Security and Environment at Al-Futtaim Automotive Group in the UAE, and several Dubai Police officers.