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Xiaomi’s high-performance YU7 GT breaks new ground
Xiaomi has just taken its family-sized electric SUV into supercar territory. New filings lodged with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology reveal the YU7 GT — a high-performance variant of the popular YU7 — packing a staggering 738 kW (roughly 990 horsepower). For drivers and EV enthusiasts who want utility without sacrificing mind-bending speed, this is one of the most interesting new electric SUVs to watch.
What’s under the skin: powertrain and performance
The YU7 GT uses a two-motor setup that delivers all-wheel drive and blistering straight-line pace. The front motor is rated at 288 kW while the rear motor contributes 450 kW, combining for the headline figure of 738 kW. Xiaomi lists a top speed of 300 km/h, and while official 0–100 km/h figures haven’t been published, the GT is expected to eclipse the YU7 Max’s 3.23-second sprint — industry estimates put the GT close to a 2-second run to 100 km/h.
This level of performance places the YU7 GT in rare company: a near-1,000-horsepower, five-seat crossover that can carry passengers and daily cargo while delivering supercar acceleration.
Dimensions, weight and mechanical details
Despite sharing the same 3,000 mm wheelbase as the standard YU7, the GT’s body is marginally larger: 5,015 mm long, 2,007 mm wide and 1,597 mm tall — 16 mm longer and 11 mm wider than the regular model. The visual changes are primarily down to revised bumpers and beefier bodywork that give the GT a more aggressive stance.
Weight is considerable: curb weight is listed at 2,460 kg. To manage traction and handling, Xiaomi fitted wide wheels — 265/40R21 at the front and 295/35R21 at the rear. The battery is a high-density ternary lithium pack supplied by CATL, reflecting the market’s trend toward high-power, fast-discharge chemistries for performance EVs.
Design and track-focused hardware
The YU7 GT adopts a darker, more serious visual theme compared with Xiaomi’s brighter standard finishes. Key hardware highlights from the filings include:
- Large rear diffuser and aerodynamic bodywork
- Red performance brake calipers
- Multiple wheel design options and bespoke decals for customization
These touches are aimed at buyers who want the utility of an SUV but with visual and functional cues that underline its performance credentials.
Pricing and market positioning
Price estimates from industry analysts place the YU7 GT between RMB 450,000 and RMB 500,000 in China (roughly €52,900–€58,900). That positions the GT well above the standard YU7 lineup — whose entry prices are much lower — but still considerably less expensive than many European luxury performance SUVs offering similar peak power.
For many Chinese buyers, these figures could make the YU7 GT an attractive value: supercar-level output in a practical package, backed by Xiaomi’s consumer-tech reputation.
How the YU7 GT fits the evolving EV landscape
The YU7 GT is an example of how quickly electric powertrains have reshaped performance expectations. A decade ago, a 990-horsepower vehicle would have been a hand-built exotic; today it’s presented as a five-seat SUV capable of school runs and supermarket runs — and then an unignorable straight-line performance test.
Quote: "The YU7 GT shows how manufacturers are blurring lines between family SUVs and high-performance cars," says an industry analyst. "It’s performance democratized at scale."
Key specifications at a glance
- Total power: 738 kW (~990 hp)
- Motor layout: Dual motors — 288 kW front, 450 kW rear
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
- Top speed: 300 km/h
- 0–100 km/h: Estimated ~2.0 seconds (not yet officially confirmed)
- Curb weight: 2,460 kg
- Tires: 265/40R21 front, 295/35R21 rear
- Battery: Ternary lithium pack by CATL
Will the YU7 GT come outside China?
The initial filings focus on the Chinese market, and Xiaomi appears to prioritize a domestic launch. However, the company has publicly discussed global expansion for its electric vehicle business. Given the GT’s performance and competitive pricing, an international rollout seems likely at some point — though timing, homologation and regional specs are still unknown.
For drivers who want an SUV with genuine supercar performance, the Xiaomi YU7 GT could be a compelling proposition: high-tech battery and motor hardware, aggressive styling, and near-1,000-hp performance in a practical package. Expect more technical detail and official performance numbers as Xiaomi finalizes homologation and prepares for launch.
Source: arenaev
Comments
mechbyte
Looks cool on paper, but what's the range under full throttle? battery heat, regen, real world brakes? pricing seems aggressive, curious to see tests
turbo_mk
wow, a 990hp family SUV? insane. if that hits 2s 0-100, imma need new driving rules lol. but 2.46t? how do they manage handling...?
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