Chinese tech and EV maker Xiaomi has started the official sales of its first SUV, Xiaomi YU7, with a starting price of RMB 253,500 ($35,350), almost $1,400 below the Chinese market Tesla Model Y.
Xiaomi YU7 is positioned as a high-performance luxury SUV that aims to redefine luxury through advanced design, technology, driving experience, and safety — creating an advanced SUV that defies the ordinary.
Xiaomi YU7 is now available for pre-order through the Xiaomi EV app or Xiaomi EV WeChat Mini Program.
The YU7 is available in three versions — Standard, Pro, and Max:
– Xiaomi YU7 Standard — ultra-long-range RWD version, priced at RMB 253,500 ($35,350)
– Xiaomi YU7 Pro — ultra-long-range AWD version, priced at RMB 279,900 ($39,000)
– Xiaomi YU7 Max — ultra-long-range high-performance AWD version, priced at RMB 329,900 ($46,000)
Sleek Proportions
On the exterior, a 3:1 wheelbase-to-body ratio, a 2.1:1 wheel-to-height ratio, and a 1.25:1 width-to-height ratio form the foundation of its attractive visual. These carefully balanced proportions give Xiaomi YU7 the classic low-slung posture of high-performance SUVs. The 1:3 ultra-sleek head-to-body ratio extends the front end, creating a long, sculpted hood that is a hallmark of automotive luxury refined over a century, and provides a generous crumple zone for added safety. Its front impact absorption space reaches 659 mm, raising safety to a higher standard.
With its wide-body design and a muscular rear profile, Xiaomi YU7 conveys a distinctly sporty character. Compared to traditional SUVs, these elements give Xiaomi YU7 a sense of proportion, stance, and contours that far surpass its class, making a memorable impression at first glance.
The Xiaomi YU7 offers the most diverse color range in its class — a total of nine vibrant finishes, each with its own distinct character and visual appeal. Four colors have already been revealed — Basalt Gray, Lava Orange, Titanium Silver, and Emerald Green — and this time, five new options add to the variety: Pearl White, Ocean Blue, DuskPurple, Shadow Teal, and Dawn Pink. Together, they deliver a palette ranging from sporty to stylish to luxurious. Pearl White features a subtle, bluish pearlescent sheen that lends a pure, refined quality when it catches the sunlight. The other colors incorporate aluminum and pearl powders, creating a fine metallic sparkle as light plays across their surfaces. Adjusting the size and arrangement of these metallic particles achieves a richly varied visual effect.
When it comes to wheel and tire options, Xiaomi YU7 offers a wider selection designed to meet various needs, featuring three sizes, two finishes, and six designs. For those who prioritize long-range performance, the standard 19-inch Diamond-Cut wheels paired with long-range tires offer great value, enabling the Max version to achieve a CLTC range of 760 km. For drivers who prefer quieter rides, the 20-inch wheels are equipped with sound-absorbing, long-range tiresto reduce road noise. They are available in two versions: Halo wheels painted to match the body color — which deliver up to 760 km CLTC range on the Max version — or sportier Vortex wheels, which allow the Max version to reach up to 750 km CLTC range.
For drivers with more advanced handling requirements, the 21-inch wheels feature a staggered setup with narrower tires at the front and wider tires at the rear, and are available in three designs. Among them, the Phantom wheels come equipped with Xiaomi-exclusive Michelin Primacy 5 Energy tires, which use an optimized carcass structure and tread compound to reduce rolling resistance and improve grip, allowing the Max version to achieve up to 750 km CLTC range. For those pursuing a sportier and more premium driving experience, the 21-inch Floral (Forged) and 21-inch Petal (Forged) wheels are paired with Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires with built-in sound insulation, delivering up to 670 km CLTC range on the Max version. Both of these options also feature floating center caps that keep the Xiaomi logo upright as the wheels rotate. Behind the wheels, red or yellow Brembo four-piston fixed calipers complete the look with a bold, performance-focused accent.
A Luxury Cabin Where Design Meets Functionality
Beyond the exterior, Xiaomi YU7 offers a diverse range of interior options. Four interior color options — the already-revealed Pine Gray, Coral Orange, Twilight Blue, and the newly introduced Ash Gray & Iris Purple Dual-Tone — coordinate with its nine vibrant body colors, allowing for everything from a bold “purple on purple” look to countless other combinations.
When it comes to the cabin, Xiaomi YU7 features the all-new Xiaomi HyperVision Panoramic Display, which employs a sophisticated triple Mini LED screen array utilizing “Panoramic Curved Projection Technology” to project comprehensive information onto the lower windshield area seamlessly — a visual setup that’s 2–3 times more expensive than a standard HUD. The result is intuitive, with drivers benefiting from optimally positioned speed and navigation projections within their natural field of vision. When turning, blind-spot images are displayed near the side mirrors.
And the interactive features don’t stop there. Xiaomi YU7’s HyperOS-powered Smart Cabin offers a range of engaging interactions. When in Park mode, mic-free karaoke is at your fingertips. Adding charm to the experience are the animated pet companions — a capybara and an otter — that serve as co-pilots. These virtual pets perk up their ears in reaction to voice prompts directed at the XiaoAi AI Voice Assistant, respond naturally to G-forces during turns, and even play across screens when the passenger calls for XiaoAi, allowing fun interactions for kids onboard.
The Longest-Range Large All-Electric SUV
Range is a true measure of an electric SUV’s capability — and one of the most important and costly aspects of any EV. The Standard, Pro, and Max versions of the Xiaomi YU7 all deliver impressive extended range. The entry-level Standard version boasts a 835 km (519 miles) CLTC range — the best in the mid-to-large EV SUV class. The AWD versions also reach up to 770 km CLTC range, topping four-wheel-drive EVs in its class, allowing two full weeks of urban commuting or up to 1,000 km of long-distance travel on a single charge.
Xiaomi YU7’s impressive long-range performance is made possible by its advanced electric drive platform. Across all versions, Xiaomi YU7 is equipped with an 800V silicon carbide platform. Supporting ultra-fast charging at up to 5.2C, it achieves 10–80% charge in as little as 12 minutes and can charge up to 620km in 15 minutes.
Third-party fast-charging compatibility is also a key performance indicator for Xiaomi YU7. The system is designed to “charge anywhere,” with compatibility successfully tested across over 99% of the 1.4 million public charging stations currently available in Mainland China.
As a high-performance luxury SUV, Xiaomi YU7 takes its self-developed “three core electric technologies” (electric motor, power battery, motor control unit) to the next level. The entire lineup is equipped with the upgraded Xiaomi HyperEngine V6s Plus, boosting its maximum revs to 22,000 rpm, peak torque to 528 N·m, and peak power to 288 kW. Xiaomi YU7 Max reaches up to a maximum horsepower of 690 PS, a maximum speed of 253 km/h, and 0–100 km/h acceleration in just 3.23 s (2.98 s excluding one foot rollout), making it the fastest 0–100 km/h acceleration SUV under RMB 800,000.
6.49 Million Kilometers of Real-World Road Testing, Exceeding the Highest Safety Standards
Outstanding quality doesn’t only come from high vehicle design standards — but also through rigorous safety and durability testing. Throughout the development of Xiaomi YU7, 653 test vehicles covered a total of 10.62 million kilometers. Road tests alone accounted for 6.49 million kilometers over 539 days, spanning 296 cities — from the scorching 53°C heat of Turpan to the freezing -41°C cold of Heihe, and even the high-altitude 5,380 meters of Tibet’s Ali region. This extensive testing proved Xiaomi YU7’s ability to handle China’s diverse climates and rugged terrain. Numerous third-party tests on safety, efficiency, intelligence, and overall performance were also conducted, all certified by professional organizations.
