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Xiaomi Unveils YU7 SUV, Aiming to Outperform Tesla Model Y in China

The YU7 features class-leading specs, including 835 km range and rapid charging, with sales set to begin in July 2025.

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Overview

  • Xiaomi officially launched its YU7 electric SUV at an event in Beijing, emphasizing its direct competition with Tesla's Model Y.
  • The YU7 offers three variants: Standard RWD (835 km range), Pro AWD (770 km), and Max AWD (760 km), with top-tier acceleration of 0–100 km/h in 3.23 seconds.
  • Equipped with advanced features like LiDAR, active air suspension, and an 800V platform, the YU7 supports rapid charging, adding 620 km of range in just 15 minutes.
  • Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun confirmed the YU7 will hit the Chinese market in July 2025, with pricing details to be revealed closer to launch.
  • Morgan Stanley analysts see the YU7 as a significant threat to Tesla in China, building on the success of Xiaomi's SU7 sedan, which surpassed Tesla's Model 3 in sales within its first year.