The Xiaomi SU7. a newly launched all-electric sedan, has garnered significant attention from consumers thanks to its unique design and high value for money. This article explores various aspects of the Xiaomi SU7. aiming to help you drive your own “Xiaomi Porsche” soon.
Exterior Design
The Xiaomi SU7 has dimensions of 4997/1963/1440(1455) mm in length, width, and height respectively, with a wheelbase of 3000 mm. Positioned as a mid-to-large all-electric sedan, it feels compact and sporty in real life.
Designed by Li Tianyuan, the first Chinese designer at BMW globally, and Qiu Zhen, a former senior exterior designer at Mercedes-Benz’s headquarters in Germany, the Xiaomi SU7 stands out among electric sedans under 300.000 RMB with a particularly distinctive appearance.
Inspired by the Porsche Taycan, the design features an attractive aesthetic with a 28-degree front windshield, a 17-degree fastback posture, pebble-shaped rearview mirrors, pebble-shaped lidar, 17 air vents, and 8 wind channels, achieving a super low drag coefficient of Cd 0.195.
Luxury sports car elements include an electric rear wing, hidden door handles, plum-shaped rims, Michelin PS high-performance sports tires, Brembo brake calipers, and perforated brake discs.
The electric rear wing can adjust to four angles: 0 degrees, 5 degrees, 12 degrees, and 25 degrees. When extended to the maximum angle of 25 degrees, it provides up to 130 kg of downforce.
Interior and Features
Shin Muto, a former senior interior designer at BMW and known for the interiors of the BMW Z4 and X1. is responsible for the interior design of the SU7. The interior is simple yet stylish, with cleverly designed lines and curves that avoid monotony.
The large central control screen boasts excellent display quality and smooth operation, integrating numerous features to meet users' expectations of an intelligent car system.
The voice recognition system performs excellently, responding quickly and flexibly. However, the small size and low position of the LCD instrument panel might affect the driver's sightline and comfort.
The high-end models equipped with large head-up displays can alleviate this issue.
Seats and Space
The interior materials and design align with the sporty, racing car positioning, particularly the integrated sports seats, providing a strong driving feel.
The seats are on the firmer side, suitable for a sporty setting, but may lack softness and comfort. The spacious panoramic sunroof enhances the car’s visual openness but might cause direct sunlight and overheating in the summer.
The rear space offers ample legroom but slightly limited headroom, potentially making taller individuals feel cramped. Both the trunk and front storage spaces are reasonably designed, though the height is limited, making them suitable for low-profile items.
Body Colors and Optional Extras
The Xiaomi SU7 is available in a variety of colors: Bay Blue, Olive Green, Elegant Grey, Twilight Purple, Lava Orange, Pearl White, Diamond Black, Cambrian Grey, and Meteor Blue, with real-life colors appearing more striking than online images.
Recommended colors include Bay Blue, Olive Green, and Elegant Grey.
Ladies might consider Twilight Purple and Pearl White.
Lava Orange is eye-catching but may not suit everyone.
Xiaomi Surging Intelligent Cockpit
The Xiaomi intelligent cockpit features a 16.1-inch 3K resolution central control screen, a 56-inch HUD, a 7.1-inch flip instrument screen, and two Xiaomi Pad rear extension screens with native car system integration, powered by the Snapdragon 8295 cabin chip with AI computing power of 30 TOPS.
The Xiaomi SU7 runs the Xiaomi Surging OS operating system, creating an intelligent cockpit with numerous functions accessible through Xiaomi AI voice commands, achieving a comprehensive shared ecosystem from hardware to software and from home to car.
It supports CarPlay, making it user-friendly for iPhone and iPad users.
Three Versions
The Xiaomi SU7 comes in three versions: Standard, Pro, and Max, each with unique configurations and features to meet different consumer needs.
Standard Version - 215.900 RMB:
- Single motor, maximum power of 220 kW, maximum torque of 400 Nm, 0-100 km/h acceleration in 5.28 seconds.
- Equipped with a 73.6 kWh LFP blade battery, CLTC range of up to 700 km.
- Xiaomi Intelligent Driving Pro with lifetime free pure vision intelligent driving.
- Additional features: refrigerator, 25-speaker luxury sound system, Nappa leather seats as standard.
Pro Version - 245.900 RMB:
- Adds 20.7 kWh battery capacity and lidar, upgraded to Xiaomi Intelligent Driving Max.
- Longer range and more advanced intelligent driving features compared to the Standard version.
Max Version - 299.900 RMB:
- Dual motor, maximum power of 275 kW, maximum torque of 500 Nm, 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.78 seconds, top speed of 265 km/h.
- Equipped with a 101 kWh Kirin ternary lithium battery, CLTC range of up to 800 km.
- Uses an 871V high-voltage platform, 15-minute charge adds 510 km range.
- The Max version offers the best performance with the fastest acceleration and longest range, ideal for consumers with high-performance demands.
If you value cost-effectiveness, the Standard version is a great choice, offering good range and intelligent driving features at a relatively affordable price. If you want better range and intelligent driving experience, the Pro version is a solid middle choice with upgrades over the Standard version. For those seeking ultimate performance, the Max version is the best option, offering the fastest acceleration and longest range, though at a higher price.
When making a choice, consider your actual needs, such as daily use scenarios, budget, and performance requirements. Additionally, Xiaomi SU7 has launched a limited Founder’s Edition with exclusive markings, a gift box, and carbon fiber mirrors, limited to 5000 units. If you want a unique model, the Founder’s Edition is a great choice (currently unavailable).
Comparison with Tesla Model 3
The Xiaomi SU7 is generally priced lower than the Tesla Model 3. offering consumers a more cost-effective option. Xiaomi SU7 manages to maintain high performance and intelligence levels while providing a more affordable price.
As a Chinese company, Xiaomi has an advantage in localized services. Xiaomi SU7 users can enjoy more convenient and attentive after-sales services, including maintenance, servicing, and software updates.
Xiaomi SU7 has a unique advantage in intelligent experience. Xiaomi’s intelligent ecosystem offers a wealth of smart devices and services, seamlessly connecting with Xiaomi SU7 to provide a more intelligent driving experience.
According to Lei Jun, Xiaomi plans to build its own charging network nationwide in the future, mainly to solve the problem of the scarcity of 800W charging piles, to meet the growing demand of Max users.
Although the Xiaomi SU7 may influence some potential Model 3 buyers in the short term, it is unlikely to shake the Model 3’s user base in the long term.
Conclusion
Despite some shortcomings, the Xiaomi SU7’s overall product strength and experience have reached mainstream standards. The price of just over 200.000 RMB is highly attractive to young consumers and loyal Xiaomi fans. If the price is further reduced in the future, its market competitiveness will be further enhanced.
