Xiaomi Launches Supercar-Like SUV..It's amazing how cost-effective it is in the 50 million won range
May 28, 2025
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Competition in the high-performance electric SUV market is intensifying. Xiaomi first unveiled YU7 design at the end of last year and officially launched it in China this month.YU7 is Xiaomi's second model and the first SUV after Sedan SU7.In 14 months, 258,000 SU7 units were sold in the Chinese market. It is enjoying explosive popularity, with 28,000 units delivered in April alone, with 200,000 units currently waiting.
This crossover behind the SU7 is a high-performance luxury SUV with an impressive design. It features a shark nose-shaped front and headlights with the ability to discharge air through a bonnet.It has a clamshell aluminum bonnet, the largest mass-produced car.
The importance of aerodynamics played a major role in YU7 development. In the mass production model, 10 air passages and 19 optimized vents manage airflow precisely.Add to this an aerodynamically optimized wheel and an active grille shutter system.Thanks to all these efforts, the model achieved a whopping 0.245 air resistance coefficient even though it was an SUV.
A few key features are eye-catching, including a flush mounted door handle and a panoramic sunroof with basic specifications. On top of that, the unique rear design with a stylish tail lamp and two spoilers also stands out.
The model comes in three eye-catching colors: emerald green, titanium silver, and lava orange. Contrasts with the gloss black accent.
YU7 size is 4999mm full length, 1996mm full width, 1600mm full height, and the wheel base is 3000mm. The full length is 58mm shorter and the wheelbase is 35mm longer than the Tesla Model X. The exterior is stylish and sensual. On the other hand, the interior is too minimalistic.
A 16.1-inch infotainment system and a hypervision panoramic display located at the bottom of the windshield center the interior. HyperVision is modeled after BMW's panoramic iDrive display and is 43.3 inches tall.It can be customized and can also be used as a speedometer, navigation display, and passenger seat display.
Apart from the screen, this crossover has a Napa leather weightless front seat with one-touch reclining and massage function. It also comes with a power-adjustable rear seat that allows the backrest to be tilted from 100° to 135°.
It is also equipped with a dedicated climate control system for rear seat passengers and a dual screen entertainment system.It also features a wireless smartphone charger, a hidden air outlet, and a soft-touch material. This crossover can carry a basic 678 liters of luggage. If the second row seats are folded, they can be expanded to 1758 liters.It also has a small prunk that provides 141 liters of space.
The trim is provided in three configurations. The entry level YU7 has a single electric motor on the rear wheels that generates 316 horsepower output and 528 Nm torque.This accelerates from rest to 100 km per hour in 5.9 seconds. The top speed reaches 240 km/h.
It offers a 96.3 kWh battery pack with a driving distance of 835 km based on CLTC. The mid-model YU7 Pro has a dual motor four-wheel drive system that generates 489 horsepower and 690 Nm of torque.This allows frequency to reach 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds from rest. The maximum speed remains at 240 kilometers. Instead, the distance will be reduced to 760 kilometers.
The top-tier YU7 Max has an upgraded dual-motor four-wheel drive system with 681 horsepower output and 866Nm torque.0-100 km/h acceleration is possible in 3.2 seconds and can reach up to 253 km/h when the accelerator pedal is pressed to the end.
Max also features a 101.7 kWh large-capacity battery that provides 770km of mileage. You can charge 10% to 80% in 12 minutes.After a 15-minute charge, it can travel up to 620 kilometers.
YU7 has front wheel double wishbone and rear wheel 5-link suspension (with air spring).The rear-wheel suspension can be adjusted in five stages to secure a ride height of up to 222 mm.In addition, it is equipped with a continuous damper control system and a high-performance braking system equipped with a four-piston Brembo caliper.
Xiaomi also said the crossover will feature advanced driver assistance technology.This is a roof-mounted lidar It was made possible through sensors, 4D radar, 11 high-definition cameras, and 12 ultrasonic radars. Although price information has not been released yet, Xiaomi founder and CEO Lei Jun dismissed early rumors that it starts at 200,000 yuan (about 38 million won).
According to Reuters, CEO Lei Jun said in the announcement that "Tesla Model Y starts at CNY 263,500 (about W50.1 million)" and that "60,000 to 70,000 yuan (about W11.4 million to W13.3 million) will be more expensive when looking at YU7 composition." As a result, the basic model is likely to be in the late 50 million won range. Final consumer prices will be announced in July.
Currently, Chinese electric vehicle brands are increasingly entering Korea. Starting with BYD, which began selling, Geely Group's luxury electric vehicle brand Zicker also confirmed its entry into the country by appointing a representative. Xiaomi has also added a car sales business to its domestic business purposes, raising rumors that the automobile sector will enter Korea.
Xiaomi aims to build 1 million units of production facilities annually in 2027. It is expected to start exporting overseas as early as 2027 after supplying some of China's domestic supplies.
Editor Song Moon-chul mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
