Xiaomi has officially unveiled its first electric SUV, the YU7, at the brand’s 15th-anniversary celebration event in Beijing. It is the company’s second model, following the SU7 saloon, which became a major commercial success in its first year on sale.
The YU7 will face numerous rivals, although the Tesla Model Y - the world’s best-selling car in 2023 and 2024 - is clearly the key target. Xiaomi’s answer to the Model Y combines striking styling, extensive technology and strong performance.
Three versions
When it reaches the market in July - initially in China only - the YU7 will be offered in three variants: Standard, Pro and Max.
The YU7 Standard uses a 235 kW (320 hp) rear-mounted motor, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.88 seconds. Its 96.3 kWh LFP lithium-ion battery delivers a claimed range of 835 km. Naturally, that figure is based on the CLTC (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle), which is more lenient than the WLTP test procedure used in Europe.
The YU7 Pro gains a 130 kW (177 hp) front motor, taking combined peak output to 365 kW (496 hp), while range falls to 770 km (CLTC). It completes the 0–100 km/h sprint in 4.27 seconds.
The Xiaomi YU7 Max also has two motors: a 220 kW (299 hp) unit on the front axle and a 288 kW (392 hp) motor at the rear, for a combined maximum output of 508 kW (691 hp). It differs from the other versions not only through its power, but also its battery. The chemistry changes to higher-energy-density NMC, while capacity rises to 101.7 kWh. Range is rated at 760 km.
It reaches 100 km/h in just 3.2 seconds and has a top speed of 253 km/h. The other versions are limited to 240 km/h.
Its electric system is based on an 800 V architecture, supporting ultra-rapid charging capable of adding around 620 km of driving range in only 15 minutes.
Xiaomi YU7 design and cabin
The visual connection with the Xiaomi SU7 is clear. This SUV likewise adopts sleek, contemporary lines, featuring flush door handles and LED lighting with a continuous light bar across the rear.
Inside, the highlight is the 1.1 m panoramic “HyperVision” display, combining three mini-LED screens positioned along the top of the dashboard with a 16.1-inch central screen.
In technology terms, the YU7 includes the advanced autonomous driving system, using roof-mounted LiDAR and 4D millimetre-wave radars to provide precise assistance.
More expensive than the Tesla Model Y
Xiaomi has indicated that it intends to start selling the YU7 in China in July 2025. Final pricing has not yet been confirmed, but contrary to expectations, it is expected to cost substantially more than the Model Y.
Reports suggest it will be priced around €7,750 to €9,030 above the entry-level Tesla Model Y in China, which costs roughly €34,000. This gap may also point to different positioning ambitions from the Chinese brand.
Expansion into international markets has not been ruled out, with further news potentially arriving in 2027.
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