Riding high on the success of its first EV, the SU7 sedan, Xiaomi has now launched its second electric vehicle — the Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV — in China. Priced from RMB 253,000 (approximately ₹30.26 lakh), the YU7 has already made a thunderous market entry, garnering over 240,000 pre-orders within just 18 hours of launch. With aggressive pricing, loaded features, and strong performance credentials, Xiaomi is positioning the YU7 as a formidable rival to popular EVs like the Tesla Model Y and BYD Song L.
Xiaomi YU7: Three Power-Packed Variants
Xiaomi’s YU7 comes in three distinct trims:
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Standard (RWD):
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Power: 315 bhp
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Claimed range: up to 835 km (CLTC)
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Pro (AWD):
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Power: 489 bhp
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Range: up to 770 km
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Max (AWD + Performance):
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Motor: HyperEngine V6s Plus with silicon carbide tech
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Power: 690 bhp, top speed 253 kmph
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0–100 kmph in just 2.98 seconds
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All three variants support ultra-fast charging. Xiaomi claims 10% to 80% top-up in just 12 minutes, or a 620 km range boost in 15 minutes — placing it among the quickest-charging EVs globally.
Bold Design & Customization Options
The YU7 sports a muscular, widebody SUV design with coupe-like styling. Customers can choose from nine vibrant exterior colors, including Emerald Green, Dawn Pink, Basalt Grey, and Dusk Purple.
Wheel options include:
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19-inch long-range alloys
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21-inch performance wheels with options like:
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Phantom wheels + Michelin Primacy 5 Energy (750 km range)
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Forged Floral & Petal designs + Michelin Pilot Sport (670 km range)
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Finishing touches include floating Xiaomi logo hub caps and colored Brembo four-piston brake calipers (available in red or yellow).
Tech-Rich Interior with Lounge-Like Comfort
The YU7’s cabin blends luxury with innovation. Highlights include:
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Dual-tone interiors (Pine Grey, Coral Orange, Iris Purple)
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10-point massage front seats with zero-gravity recline
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Rear seats recline up to 135 degrees
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16.1-inch central touchscreen + HyperVision Mini LED panoramic display
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Smart-dimming panoramic sunroof
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AI voice assistant (XiaoAI) and mic-free karaoke system
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Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro compatibility for rear entertainment
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27W integrated accessory power outlet
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100W power rail with USB-C and projector output
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25-speaker 7.1.4 surround system
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4.6-litre in-car refrigerator
Apple users get extra integration perks: iPhone Action Button for remote locking/unlocking and shortcut access via Control Centre.
Smart Dynamics & Motion Sickness Tech
The YU7 is engineered for smooth, adaptive driving using:
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Double-wishbone front and five-link rear suspension
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Dual-chamber air springs & adaptive dampers
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Xiaomi Smart Chassis system
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Brembo braking system
One standout feature is the Motion Sickness Relief Mode, developed with Huashan and Beijing Tongren Hospitals. The SUV actively moderates pitch and roll to reduce travel nausea — with Xiaomi claiming a 51% reduction in symptoms and 16% delay in onset during internal tests.
Verdict: Xiaomi’s Electric Ambition Shifts Gears
With the YU7, Xiaomi has gone well beyond the conventional EV template, introducing a full-size electric SUV that blends cutting-edge tech, driver-focused performance, luxury amenities, and intelligent comfort systems. By undercutting the Tesla Model Y by 4% in price and offering richer tech, Xiaomi is signaling its serious intent to dominate the next era of smart mobility.