You are making a mistake by thinking that Xiaomi is only a smartphone manufacturing company.
Let us tell you that now it is also making a splash in the world of electric vehicles.
Xiaomi had created a stir in the market with its SU7 electric sedan, and now the launch of the new Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV has surprised everyone.
2 lakh bookings in just 3 minutes and almost 3 lakh bookings in just one hour – after all, what is so special about this SUV that people have so much craze for this car?
With so many bookings in such a short time, one more thing comes to mind that is it better than the Tesla Model Y as well?
So let’s get into the details, from every angle – design, specs, performance, price, and launch.
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Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV Design.
The design of the new Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV looks like an evolved version of the Xiaomi SU7, but a little bolder and refined. With clean panelling, flush surfaces, and sporty bumpers, it has a premium look and feel.
Sharp LED connected tail lights and swanky alloy wheels give it the look of a futuristic SUV. Flush door handles and wide rear haunches give it a more aggressive stance – a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness.
Interiors: Tech-Loaded and Luxury Combo.
When it comes to the interiors, Xiaomi has left no stone unturned. The YU7 gets 4 interior colour options – Turquoise Grey, Coral Orange, Twilight Blue, and Iris Purple.
The standout feature is its 1.1-meter-wide Hyperscreen, which comes with 3 mini-LED screens – a large infotainment panel in the driver’s instrument cluster, and a 6.68-inch rear screen for the rear passengers.
The upholstery gets premium Nappa leather, a cockpit-style centre console, and a 25-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system. The boot capacity of this YU7 Electric SUV is also quite large – 678 liters, which expands to 1,758 liters. The whole cabin feels like a luxury lounge on wheels.
Powertrain & Specs: Range and Performance Are King.
The new Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV comes in three variants – Standard, Pro, and Max.
Both have Silicon Carbide 800V architecture-based battery packs.
- Standard & Pro variants: 96.3 kWh battery.
- Max variant: 101.7 kWh battery.
Looking at the dimensions, the YU7 has a length of 4,999 mm, a width of 1,996 mm, a height of 1,608 mm, and a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. The tyre size goes up to 21 inches.
Performance figures are mind-blowing:
- Standard (RWD, 315 bhp): Highest range – 835 km.
- Pro (AWD, 489 bhp): 770 km range.
- Max (AWD, 681 bhp): 760 km range and 0-100 kmph in just 3.23 seconds.
Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV Price in India: Most Affordable Tesla-Rival yet?
Let us tell you that Xiaomi is not challenging any small or fat car; it is directly planning to compete with Tesla Model Y. The pricing strategy of the New Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV is quite aggressive:
- Standard variant: CNY 253,500 (₹30.25 lakh).
- Pro variant: CNY 279,900 (₹33.4 lakh).
- Max variant: CNY 329,900 (₹39.37 lakh).
It is CNY 10,000 (₹1.2 lakh) cheaper than the Tesla Model Y, making it the best value-for-money EV in the segment.
YU7 Electric SUV Launch Date: Only For China… Till Now.
The New YU7 Electric SUV has been launched only in China for now. The craze of bookings is so much that 2 lakh bookings were received within just 3 minutes of the launch. Within an hour, the bookings had reached almost 3 lakhs, which clearly shows that Xiaomi has done something big.
Xiaomi has not yet confirmed anything about the India launch, but seeing the popularity of SU7 and YU7, it seems that Indian EV lovers may also get some good news soon.
Xiaomi’s EV Game is Now in Full Charge.
The new Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV is such an offering that rocks on every front – design, range, features, and performance.
Xiaomi has shown that it has become a serious player not just in the phone market but also in the EV world. If this SUV comes to India, are you ready to buy it? Let me know in the comments
Aashrit Tiwari is an experienced automobile content creator with over 2 years of dedicated writing in the cars niche. His passion for cars stems from early exposure to high-end vehicles at home, translating into deep hands-on knowledge and real-world insight. At Accelon Motors, he shares automobile & cars news, expert reviews, latest updates, and analysis trusted by readers across India. His consistent research and on-ground experience make him a credible voice in the automotive blogging space.