Xiaomi's highly anticipated YU7 electric SUV is set to make its debut on June 26, marking the company’s bold entry into the family crossover segment alongside its successful SU7 sedan. Positioned to rival the Tesla Model Y, the YU7 mixes cutting-edge tech, standout design, spacious interiors, and aggressive pricing—all aimed at winning over mainstream buyers (arenaev.com).
The YU7 is built on Xiaomi’s “Modena” platform, sharing its DNA with the SU7 but expanding significantly in size. Stretching nearly 5 m long, 2 m wide, and riding on a 3‑m wheelbase, it promises generous cabin space. Its sleek exterior features water‑drop headlights, a massive aluminum clamshell hood (the largest on any mass‑produced car), and athletic styling, from frameless mirrors to a flowing rear spoiler (arenaev.com).
Tech takes center stage inside. A 16.1‑inch touchscreen powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS. Nappa leather, a panoramic roof, zero‑gravity massage front seats, and a full-width HyperVision head‑up display enhance comfort and luxury. There’s also a convenient front trunk and a large HUD for driver information (arenaev.com).
In terms of performance, Xiaomi will offer at least three variants. The base rear‑wheel drive model packs a 96.3 kWh battery delivering around 835 km CLTC range. A mid‑trim dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive “Pro” adds extra power, while the top “Max” trim boasts a 101.7 kWh pack, dual‑motor setup with up to 508 kW (681 hp), 0–62 mph in 3.23 s, and a top speed of 157 mph. Impressively, thanks to its 800 V architecture, the Max can replenish nearly 385 miles of range in just 15 minutes (arenaev.com).
Advanced driver‑assist tech is another highlight. Equipped with LiDAR, cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors, driven by NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor hardware, the YU7 offers Level 2+ supervised autonomous driving. Cutting-edge analytics predict routes and adjust in real time, handling tight city streets and tricky junctions with ease (arenaev.com).
While final pricing is still under wraps, early hints from Xiaomi’s CEO suggest it’ll undercut the Tesla Model Y in China by starting around RMB 245,900 (approximately $34,100), a strategic move aimed directly at volume sales (arenaev.com).
In short, the YU7 represents Xiaomi’s most ambitious EV yet: a tech-laden, high-performance crossover with competitive pricing. If it lives up to the promise, it could shake up one of the world’s most competitive EV segments.
Original article published by Arenaev.com, this is a rewritten version based on that post.
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