Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV Arrives at the End of the Week
This page is translated from the original post "Le SUV électrique Xiaomi YU7 arrive à la fin de la semaine" in French.
- 19/05/2025 17:36
After making a splash with the SU7, its first electric sedan, Xiaomi is ready to take a new step forward.
On Thursday, May 22nd, Xiaomi will officially introduce the YU7, its first electric SUV, during a vibrant event celebrating the company’s 15th anniversary. This model, expected to hit the roads before the end of the year, embodies Xiaomi’s ambition to revolutionize the electric SUV market in China and beyond.
Honestly, we already know almost everything about this car. Revealed in December 2024 on social media by Lei Jun, Xiaomi’s CEO, the YU7 was introduced with a simple yet impactful statement: “Here is the latest member of the Xiaomi EV family: Xiaomi YU7.” Known for its pragmatism and capacity for innovation, Xiaomi EV, the group’s automobile branch, continues its successful streak in the electronics market, generating high expectations.
The YU7 features slightly larger dimensions compared to its rival, the Tesla Model Y. At nearly 5 meters long, 1.996 meters wide, and with a generous 3-meter wheelbase, the YU7 combines robustness and elegance. This SUV is expected to be offered as an entry-level Propulsion model, with all-wheel drive and top-tier performance, including a top speed of 253 km/h. Just like the Model Y, you understand. The only real mystery is the battery developed by CATL, promising cutting-edge technology and exceptional range.
Much to learn from the SU7
Inspired by the success of the SU7, which sold over 100,000 units in just a few months, the YU7 inherits and amplifies the strengths of its predecessor. While the SU7 stood out with its coupe design, the YU7 adopts a more sporty and dynamic look, evoking prestigious models like the Ferrari Purosangue.
However, Xiaomi is currently in a much less comfortable position than it was a few months ago. After several accidents involving the SU7, a controversy surrounding the high-performance SU7 Ultra model, and criticism of the quality of some vehicles, the brand is under pressure. This proves that even a global electronics giant cannot simply become an automaker overnight, and that in the face of Tesla and BYD, Xiaomi remains a mere outsider. The YU7 will either confirm or bury its ambition to become a key player in electric mobility.
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