Xiaomi Launches Luxury EV SU7, Eyes 20 Million Premium Users in China
The tech giant invests $10 billion in electric vehicles, aiming to replicate its smartphone success in the competitive EV market.
- Xiaomi unveils its first electric vehicle, the SU7, targeting its 20 million premium smartphone users in China.
- The SU7 is positioned as a luxury EV, competing with models like the Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model S, with sales expected to start this year.
- Xiaomi has invested $10 billion in its electric vehicle initiative over ten years, with $1.4 billion already spent on developing the SU7.
- The electric sedan offers options for a 73.6 kWh or 101 kWh battery, promising ranges of 415 miles and 497 miles, respectively.
- Xiaomi's ecosystem development strategy integrates the SU7 with its smartphones and smart home appliances, emphasizing data privacy.