The Xiaomi YU7 has gone from a pre-launch rumor to one of China's hottest-selling EV SUVs. The entry-level rear-wheel-drive version makes 315 hp and 528 Nm of torque from a 96.3 kWh battery, good for 835 km CLTC range, and it starts at roughly $35,700.
Performance & Specs
The base rear-wheel-drive YU7 (Standard/Pro trims) makes 235 kW (315 hp) and 528 Nm of torque — both figures confirmed on-camera in this article's source video, cross-checked against official specs — for a 5.88-second 0-100 km/h time and 240 km/h top speed, drawing from a 96.3 kWh battery good for 835 km CLTC range. Step up to the dual-motor Max AWD and output climbs to 508 kW (681 hp) and 866 Nm, cutting the sprint to 3.23 seconds with a larger 101.7 kWh battery (760 km CLTC range) and a 253 km/h top speed. All versions run on an 800V silicon-carbide platform supporting up to 507 kW DC fast charging — 5.2C-capable, adding up to 620 km of range in just 15 minutes on the right charger. A range-topping YU7 GT variant also exists (990 hp, 705 km CLTC) but is covered separately on our site; this article focuses on the standard YU7 lineup shown in the source video.
| Powertrain | Single rear-motor BEV (Standard/Pro) |
|---|---|
| Power | 235 kW (315 hp) |
| Torque | 528 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.88 s |
| Battery | 96.3 kWh, 800V SiC platform |
| Range | 835 km CLTC |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | Single-motor BEV (RWD) or dual-motor BEV (AWD) |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 315 hp (Standard/Pro) / 681 hp (Max) |
| TORQUE | 528 Nm / 866 Nm |
| ACCELERATION | 5.88 s (RWD) / 3.23 s (Max AWD), 0-100 km/h |
| TOP SPEED | 240 km/h (RWD) / 253 km/h (Max) |
| BATTERY | 96.3 kWh (RWD) / 101.7 kWh (Max) |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | 835 km (RWD) / 760 km (Max), CLTC |
| FAST CHARGING | up to 507 kW, 800V platform |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,999 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm |
At 4,999 mm long on a 3,000 mm wheelbase, the YU7 is a genuinely large coupe-SUV — dimensions the reviewer's own on-camera measurements (rounded to 4.99 m / 1.6 m / 3.0 m) matched almost exactly. The trunk holds a claimed 678 litres, expanding to 1,754 litres with the rear seats folded, backed by a 141-litre front trunk — confirmed open on-camera in this article's source video, directly visible as a genuine usable cavity rather than a filler panel. Ground clearance is 140 mm.
| LENGTH | 4,999 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,996 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,600 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 3,000 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | 678 L trunk, up to 1,754 L seats folded |
| FRUNK | 141 L |
| GROUND CLEARANCE | 140 mm |
Design & Interior
The reviewed unit's coupe-SUV silhouette carries Xiaomi's now-familiar design language, with a full-width LED taillight bar, functional rear spoiler, and LED headlights with automatic high beams. The interior pairs cream/white upholstery with fully electric front seats, a large center touchscreen, and a detachable phone-dock accessory that pulls out of the console and functions as a standalone device — a distinctive Xiaomi ecosystem touch. A center-console refrigerator and panoramic glass roof round out the cabin.
Technology & Features
The demo unit's interface does not have an English-language option out of the box — consistent with this being a China-market-only model, and something export/reseller channels typically handle as a separate localization step. Driver-assistance hardware includes a 360-degree camera system plus a 14-sensor array, confirmed hands-on. The reviewer noted the specific unit shown carries 2025-model-year styling cues (no illuminated rear light bar) versus the visually updated, currently-in-production 2026 GT variant sitting alongside it in the same showroom.
Available Versions
| TRIM | DRIVETRAIN | BATTERY | RANGE (CLTC) | POWER | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | RWD | 96.3 kWh | 835 km | 315 hp | ~$35,700 |
| Pro | RWD | 96.3 kWh | 835 km | 315 hp | ~$39,400 |
| Max | AWD, dual-motor | 101.7 kWh | 760 km | 681 hp | ~$46,500 |
Pricing & Availability
Pricing runs from roughly 253,500 to 329,900 CNY (about $35,700 to $46,500) across the Standard, Pro, and Max trims — matching the $36,000-$47,000 range the reviewer quoted on-camera almost exactly. The car is currently sold only in China; this article's source video was filmed by an independent reseller channel offering to source the vehicle and localize its interface to English for overseas buyers, not an official Xiaomi international sales channel. No official international launch has been announced as of this writing.
How It Compares
Against the Tesla Model Y, the base YU7 undercuts on price while offering considerably more range and torque, backed by Xiaomi's brand momentum in China. Against our own recently-covered ZEEKR 001, the YU7 is cheaper at the entry level with more outright range, though the ZEEKR counters with more power on its equivalent trims.
- 835 km CLTC range on the base RWD trim, with genuinely strong 528 Nm torque for the price
- Confirmed 141L frunk plus a 678L/1,754L trunk — genuinely practical for a coupe-SUV body
- 800V platform with up to 507 kW fast charging across the lineup
- Max AWD trim's 3.23s 0-100 rivals cars costing far more
- No English-language interface out of the box; requires a third-party localization service for overseas buyers
- China-market only, with no official international sales or support channel confirmed yet
- Standard/Pro trims lack an opening panoramic roof and the GT's carbon-fiber options
The Xiaomi YU7 delivers 835 km of real CLTC range, genuinely quick acceleration on the Max trim, and pricing that undercuts the Tesla Model Y while offering more range. It's easy to see why this car has become one of Xiaomi's breakout hits.
