Xiaomi (sim, a mobile phone) received 200,000 orders in 3 minutes for its electric SUV that travels 835 km on a single charge and costs less than a Tesla…

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Published on 17/04/2026 at 18:47

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With 835 km of range, charging from 10% to 80% in 12 minutes and a price of R$ 192,000, the Xiaomi YU7 SUV received 200,000 orders in 3 minutes in China and now targets Europe and Latin America to compete with the Tesla Model Y and BYD in the most competitive segment in the world

The Xiaomi — yes, the same one that makes smartphones — received 200,000 orders in just 3 minutes for its new electric SUV. The Xiaomi YU7 can go up to 835 km on a single charge, charges from 10% to 80% in 12 minutes, and costs the equivalent of R$ 192,000 in China. It is cheaper and has a greater range than a Tesla Model Y.

The SUV was officially announced on June 26, 2025, with sales in China starting in July. Expansion to Europe and Latin America is expected in the second half of the year, according to G1.

The model comes in three versions: Standard (835 km, rear-wheel drive), Pro (760 km, all-wheel drive) and Max (760 km, 690 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds). The 800V silicon carbide platform is the secret to ultra-fast charging.

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Xiaomi YU7: specifications that challenge the competition

Range (Standard): 835 km (CLTC cycle)
Battery: 96.3 kWh LFP (Standard/Pro) | 101.7 kWh NCM (Max)
Power: 320 hp (Standard) | 690 hp (Max)
0-100 km/h: 5.9s (Standard) | 3.2s (Max)
Charging 10-80%: 12 minutes (800V)
Dimensions: 4.99m × 1.99m × 1.60m | wheelbase 3m
Base price: 253,500 yuan (~R$ 192,000 / ~US$ 35,000)
Sensors: 1 LiDAR + 3 4D radars + 11 cameras + 12 sensors
Chip: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (boot in 1.35s)

Interior of the Xiaomi YU7 with triple screen HyperVision panel and minimalist design. — The 1.10 meter HyperVision panel combines three Mini LED screens with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip that boots in 1.35 seconds.

Xiaomi YU7 vs Tesla Model Y vs BYD

The Xiaomi YU7 enters the most competitive segment of the global electric market with advantages in range, charging, and price. The Standard version achieves 835 km with a 96.3 kWh battery, while the base Tesla Model Y reaches 719 km. The difference is 116 km more for the Chinese model.

In acceleration, the Max version with 690 hp goes from 0-100 km/h in 3.2 seconds — a time that rivals a Porsche 911 GT3. The base price of R$ 192,000 (in China) is significantly lower than the Model Y in Brazil (~R$ 250,000-300,000).

The BYD, which dominates the Brazilian market with models like the Song Plus (~R$ 180-250 thousand), offers a typical range of 500 to 600 km — well below the Xiaomi YU7‘s 835 km. However, BYD already has a network of dealerships and after-sales service in Brazil, an advantage that Xiaomi does not yet have.

Xiaomi YU7 connected to a DC ultra-fast charging station. — With an 800V platform and silicon carbide, the YU7 charges from 10% to 80% in just 12 minutes.

From smartphone manufacturer to car manufacturer

Xiaomi entered the automotive sector with the sedan SU7 in March 2024, which sold over 100 thousand units in just a few months. The success paved the way for the YU7. The strategy leverages the company’s technology ecosystem (smartphones, AI, IoT) as a competitive differentiator.

The HyperVision panel of 1.10 meters with three Mini LED screens, OTA updates in 15 minutes, and the automotive chip Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 reflect this approach. The car functions as an extension of Xiaomi’s digital universe.

China produced 9.5 million electric vehicles in 2024, accounting for 60% of global production. Brands like Xiaomi, BYD, and NIO are reshaping the automotive industry with technology, speed, and pricing that traditional European and American manufacturers cannot keep up with.

Three electric SUVs side by side in a showroom for comparison. — The YU7 surpasses the Tesla Model Y in range (835 vs 719 km), acceleration, and price — and challenges BYD for leadership in the segment.

Important caveats

The range of 835 km uses the optimistic Chinese CLTC cycle. In practice (WLTP/EPA cycle), the real range is expected to be between 500 and 600 km. Still, it surpasses most competitors.

The price of R$ 192 thousand is a direct conversion of the Chinese price. In Brazil, import taxes could raise the value to over R$ 400 thousand. Availability in the country depends on approval by Inmetro and after-sales infrastructure. For complete data, consult the official Xiaomi website and the coverage by Canal VE.

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Xiaomi (sim, a mobile phone) received 200,000 orders in 3 minutes for its electric SUV that travels 835 km on a single charge and costs less than a Tesla…

With 835 km of range, charging from 10% to 80% in 12 minutes and a price of R$ 192,000, the Xiaomi YU7 SUV received 200,000 orders in 3 minutes in China and now targets Europe and Latin America to compete with the Tesla Model Y and BYD in the most competitive segment in the world

Xiaomi YU7: specifications that challenge the competition

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With 835 km of range, charging from 10% to 80% in 12 minutes and a price of R$ 192,000, the Xiaomi YU7 SUV received 200,000 orders in 3 minutes in China and now targets Europe and Latin America to compete with the Tesla Model Y and BYD in the most competitive segment in the world

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