Xiaomi has unveiled its first-ever electric SUV, the YU7, expanding its electric vehicle lineup. The YU7 follows the success of Xiaomi’s SU7 sedan, which launched in March 2024 and received a strong market response.
Aiming to capture a larger share of the premium EV market, Xiaomi plans to launch the YU7 by mid-2025, positioning it as a competitor to the Tesla Model Y.
Xiaomi anticipates the YU7 SUV will debut in June or July 2025. The vehicle will be produced at Xiaomi’s Beijing Yizhuang factory, and its homologation filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) confirm its design and key features.
The YU7’s design closely resembles the SU7 sedan, with some notable changes:
Front Profile: The YU7 shares features like LED headlamps and a similar bumper, but it also includes a larger air intake and a higher bonnet.
Side Profile: The SUV resembles the sedan but features a distinctive roofline and unique wheel design.
Rear Profile: LED taillights identical to the SU7.
While detailed technical data is not yet available, Xiaomi has shared these key specifications:
Top Speed: 253 km/h.
Battery: Powered by a CATL-sourced battery pack.
Powertrain Details: Xiaomi has yet to disclose figures for power and torque.
The Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV is 196 inches long, similar to the Tesla Model X, and features dual motors for all-wheel drive. It is powered by an NMC battery pack sourced from CATL, offering high efficiency and competitive performance.
The upcoming yu7 promises ample interior space and modern features. Its 3,000 mm wheelbase signifies that the focus on comfort and stability is high.
Two electric motors power the Yu7, with a combined peak output of 508 kW, equal to 680 hp. The front motor is expected to generate 220 kW power, while the rear is expected to generate 288 kW power. As stated above, these motors can deliver a top speed of 253 km/h.
After the remarkable success of its first EV, the SU7, Xiaomi is set to redefine the electric SUV market by combining luxury and affordability.
The SU7 sedan impressed customers and critics by offering a spacious interior comparable to the Tesla Model S while maintaining a price point closer to the Tesla Model 3.
Despite early production challenges, Xiaomi exceeded initial sales projections, achieving an estimated 130,000 units sold in its first year, setting a strong foundation for its next move into electric SUVs.
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