The Xiaomi SU7, also known as Xiǎomǐ SU7 in Chinese, is a large electric sedan created by Xiaomi Auto, a division of the Chinese consumer electronics company Xiaomi.
This Xiaomi SU7 vehicle, the initial one, is produced by BAIC Off-road in Beijing through a contract agreement. The announcement was made in December of 2023. Xiaomi began accepting orders for the car in Beijing on 28 March 2024, which marked the official launch of the vehicle.
Xiaomi states that ‘SU’ represents ‘Speed Ultra’ and the number 7 signifies the car’s market category. The SU7 is offered in three models: SU7, SU7 Pro, and SU7 Max.
- Xiaomi SU7: 74kWh battery, 434-mile range, 5.3sec 0-62mph, 130mph top speed
- Xiaomi SU7 Pro: 94kWh battery, 515-mile range, 5.7sec 0-62mph, 130mph top speed
- Xiaomi SU7 Max: 101kWh battery, 497-mile range, 2.8sec 0-62mph
Specifications of Xiaomi SU7
| PERFORMANCE | Power | RWD 220 kW (295 hp) |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) | |
| Acceleration | 5.3 sec 0-100 km/h | |
| Max speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
| BATTERY | Capacity | 73.6 kWh total |
|---|---|---|
| Tech | Li-ion LFP battery (400V type) | |
| Range | 668 km CLTC | |
| Consumption | ||
| Recuperation | Yes | |
| Heat pump | Yes | |
| AC Charging | Type 2 | |
| DC Charging | CCS |
| BODY | Type | 4 door sedan, 5 seats |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Modena | |
| Dimensions | 4997 x 1963 x 1455 mm (196.7 x 77.3 x 57.3 in) | |
| Drag coef. | 0.195 Cd | |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm (118.1 in) | |
| Clearance | ||
| Weight | EU: 1980 kg unladen | |
| Suspension | Adaptive Air suspension | |
| Wheels | R19, R20 | |
| Trunk | EU: 517 l | |
| Frunk | 105 l | |
| Towing | Yes |
| COMFORT | Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof | |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Automatic Parking Assistance System | |
| Connectivity |
| SAFETY | Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system |
|---|---|---|
| Driving aids | 1 LiDAR, 3 mmWave radars, 11 cameras, 12 sensors. Forward/Rear/Lateral Collision Prevention, Lane Centering, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring, High beam Assist, Blind Spot Alert, Door Open Warning | |
| Self driving | Autonomous driving system | |
| Crash tests |
The launch
The launch of the Xiaomi SU7 EV has stirred up excitement among electric car enthusiasts, leading to a six-month waiting list as demand surged shortly after its release in China. In the initial 24-hour period, there were a total of 88,898 orders placed.
Only a couple of days following the commencement of orders for the SU7 electric sedan, the recently established Chinese firm (a branch of the tech giant founded in September 2021) reports sales figures that exceed expectations by a factor of three to five.
These statements were made by Lei Jun, the CEO of both the entire group and the automotive division, in a live streaming broadcast on a local social network known as Douyin, similar to “our” TikTok.There is an abundance of money available.
Lei Jun, addressing a virtual audience of at least 34 million viewers, expresses complete contentment with SU7’s performance and expresses optimism for the future ahead.
Pricing
The cost of the innovative EV Xiaomi SU7 has been revealed and it is surprisingly affordable, given the high level of performance: in China, the base model starts at 219,900 yuan, which is around £24k based on current exchange rates, while the top-of-the-line Max model is priced at 299,900 yuan (or £33k).
Revealed in Shanghai towards the end of 2023, the Xiaomi SU7 (SU representing Speed Ultra) is set to lead an £8.9 billion investment into electric vehicles for the phone manufacturer – with ambitious future strategies in place.
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun, speaking at the car’s unveiling, expressed his ambition for the company to become one of the top five automakers in the world within the next 15 to 20 years, aiming to elevate China’s automobile industry as a whole through hard work. The electronics giant has a daring goal to become the world’s third largest smartphone manufacturer, holding a 12% market share.