The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is shaking up the market with a jaw-dropping 1,527 horsepower at a price that’s hard to believe—529,900 renminbi (about $72,800). It’s Xiaomi’s first car, and it’s only available in China for now, where sales started on Thursday. Xiaomi, known for its smartphones, made its automotive debut with the SU7 in late 2023. It’s already outselling the Tesla Model 3 in China. The Ultra version builds on that success as the flagship of the lineup. Read More Mxtrem Maverick: The C8 Corvette That Thinks It’s a Fighter Jet Fastest Four-Door at the Nürburgring The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is rewriting the rules for electric super sedans. It packs 1,527 horsepower from its three-motor setup, launching from 0 to 62 mph in just 1.98 seconds. And it does this without the one-foot rollout trick that some EV makers use. With top speed of 217 mph, it set a production car lap record at the Shanghai International Circuit with a time of 2:09.944. Then Xiaomi took a prototype to the Nürburgring and clocked a blistering 6:46.874—the fastest lap for any four-door car on that track. They’re planning to go back with the production version and, if all goes well, a Nürburgring Nordschleife Limited Edition will follow. Powering this beast is a CATL Qilin 2.0 battery with 93.7 kWh capacity. It charges fast too—10 to 80% in just 11 minutes with a suitable DC fast charger, giving it a range of 391 miles (CLTC tested). The battery has a bulletproof coating on the bottom. To handle all that power, Xiaomi equipped the SU7 Ultra with track-tuned suspension, dual-chamber air springs, and high-performance adaptive dampers. Stopping is just as impressive, thanks to carbon-ceramic brake rotors paired with Akebono calipers. And to keep it glued to the track, it uses an active aerodynamics package generating 630 pounds of downforce, along with an active rear diffuser that adjusts for road or track driving. Comfort and Tech That Go Beyond the Basics Inside the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, there’s a central touchscreen for most functions, but physical buttons are still there for those who like the feel of a good old-fashioned click. And the driver’s seat is about to stay put. With headrest audio and optional active wing support, you’ll feel locked in, especially when you hit track mode. Both front seats are ventilated and come with massage functions. And if you’re worried about cold mornings, all seats have graphene-based heating elements. The vanity mirror lets you adjust three different color temperatures and brightness levels. There are three two-tone interior color combos to choose from, along with five body color options, including a bold Parrot Green. Read More Lamborghini Polo Storico Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Snowy Alps The Racing Package brings Bilstein Evo R coil-overs, Endless brakes, and 21-inch carbon-hybrid wheels with Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS semi-slick tires. Extra carbon-fibre body panels make the car lighter and more aggressive on the track. To unlock Track Mode, you’ll need to prove you can handle it—Xiaomi requires specific qualifications. For beginners, there’s a safer option: Beginner Mode, which helps ease new drivers into high-performance driving. The starting price is about 529,000 RMB (around £58,000). That’s a £30,000 cheaper than the Tesla Model S Plaid. In China, that’s a big deal. Xiaomi’s not stopping here. They’re already working on a YU7 crossover, set to launch later this year. No word yet on whether it’ll get the Ultra treatment, but given Xiaomi’s ambition, it wouldn’t be a surprise. Source: Xiaomi
