Xiaomi Cars May Soon Be Sold Outside China — Could India Be on the List?
Smartphone giant Xiaomi has now also become a car manufacturer. The company is preparing to offer its electric vehicles outside China. According to media reports, Xiaomi’s CEO has shared details about the company’s global plans. Could India be one of the countries where Xiaomi cars might be launched? Here’s what we know so far.
Highlights
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Xiaomi to offer electric cars outside China
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Global expansion planned by 2027
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Xiaomi SU7 electric car may launch in India
Xiaomi Expanding its Automobile Business Globally
Xiaomi, known for its smartphones, has entered the electric vehicle (EV) market. As per reports, the company is preparing to sell its cars in international markets. The big question now is whether Xiaomi will bring its electric cars to India.
What the CEO Said
Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun confirmed that the company is planning to expand its car sales beyond China. During a livestream, he stated that Xiaomi will consider selling its cars in global markets starting in 2027. He also mentioned that, for now, the company will focus on fulfilling domestic demand due to the overwhelming number of orders for the SU7 and YU7 models.
Massive Response for
The YU7 electric car was recently launched in China and received an incredible response. Within just three minutes, the car received 200,000 bookings, and within the first hour, around 300,000 bookings were recorded. The booking amount was set at CNY 20,000 (approximately ₹2.4 lakh).
Impressive Features of the Xiaomi YU7
The Xiaomi YU7 offers several premium features, including:
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Driving range of up to 835 km on a single charge
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All-wheel drive
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LED lights and flush door handles
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Triple mini-screens including front and rear infotainment displays
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Napa leather interiors
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25-speaker audio system
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678-litre boot space
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Futuristic cabin design
Xiaomi SU7 Showcased in India
Xiaomi showcased its SU7 electric car in India for the first time during an event in Bengaluru in July 2024. The car comes with advanced features such as:
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Head-up display
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Multiple driving modes
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16.1-inch 3K ultra-clear central control screen
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56-inch HUD
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LED lighting
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Adaptive air suspension
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Panoramic glass sunroof
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Up to 800 km driving range on a single charge
Will Xiaomi Launch its Cars in India?
Xiaomi has not officially confirmed plans to launch its cars in India. However, considering the CEO’s recent statements and the fact that the SU7 was already showcased here, it is likely that India could be part of the company’s global expansion plan in 2027.
Who Will Xiaomi Compete With?
Xiaomi’s entry into the global EV market will bring it head-to-head with established players like Tesla and VinFast. In India, Xiaomi cars would compete with electric models from brands such as:
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Tesla
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VinFast
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Maruti Suzuki
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Tata Motors
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Mahindra
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Kia
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MG
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Hyundai
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