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Xiaomi YU7 Sparks Buzz with Luxury Electric SUV and Shocking Price in the UAE

Ahd Kamal
Ahd Kamal
Published: 2025-08-03
Updated: 2026-01-30
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As its official launch approaches by the end of 2025, the Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV has captured massive attention from car enthusiasts across the GCC. The vehicle recorded over 240,000 preorders within just 18 hours of its price announcement, signaling strong demand for Xiaomi’s first ever electric SUV. With the YU7, the Chinese tech giant aims to challenge established rivals like the Tesla Model X and BYD Tang by offering a compelling mix of sleek design, powerful performance, and advanced technology.

A Sleek Design That Combines Style with Aerodynamic Performance


The Xiaomi YU7 embodies the brand’s vision for an electric SUV that seamlessly blends elegance with function. Every design detail is crafted to enhance performance while giving the vehicle a commanding presence on the road.

  • Teardrop shaped headlights improve airflow and reduce drag

  • Clamshell aluminum hood, the largest of its kind in any mass produced vehicle

  • Rear halo style taillights with a downward tilt add a sporty, futuristic flair

  • Flush electric door handles that automatically extend when the driver approaches

  • Advanced aerodynamic system with 10 airflow channels and 19 air vents, achieving an impressive drag coefficient of just 0.245 Cd

Premium Cabin Designed for Comfort and Innovation


The Xiaomi YU7 delivers a cabin experience that rivals premium class vehicles, combining high grade materials with advanced technology to elevate passenger comfort and convenience.

  • Napa leather seats with ten point massage function for the front passengers

  • OEKO-TEX Class 1 certified materials for a hypoallergenic and safe interior

  • Total storage capacity of up to 1970 liters, including a 141 liter front trunk


Multiple display units including:

  • A 44 inch digital driver display

  • A 16.1 inch central infotainment screen

  • 12.5 inch rear entertainment screens

  • A removable 7 inch rear tablet

  • Advanced 25 speaker audio system

  • Panoramic sunroof, intelligent climate control, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, and over the air software updates

High Performance and Sports Car Acceleration


The YU7 is engineered to deliver a performance that appeals to drivers who crave both speed and cutting edge technology, featuring an advanced all wheel drive system and powerful dual motors.

Dual motor all wheel drive system producing:

  • 690 horsepower

  • 866 Nm of torque

  • Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.23 seconds

  • Top speed of 253 km/h


Battery options and driving range:

  • Standard trim: 96.3 kWh battery, up to 835 km of range

  • Pro trim: 96.3 kWh battery, up to 770 km of range

  • Max trim: 101.7 kWh battery, up to 760 km of range

  • C 5.2 ultra fast charging charges 80% in just 12 minutes

  • 15 minute charge provides up to 620 km of range

  • Built on an 800V silicon carbide high voltage platform for faster energy transfer and reduced charging time compared to traditional EV platforms

Comprehensive Safety Systems and Reinforced Structure


Xiaomi has equipped the YU7 with advanced safety technologies designed to ensure maximum protection for both the driver and passengers. These systems combine intelligent sensors with a solid structural design to enhance security on every journey.

Active Safety Features:

  • 7 high definition cameras providing a full 360 degree view

  • Four dimensional radar using laser technology for obstacle detection


Passive Safety Features:

  • Hybrid body structure combining high strength steel and aluminum for enhanced rigidity

  • Critical areas reinforced with ultra high strength steel (up to 2200 MPa)

  • Brembo four piston fixed calipers for superior braking performance

  • Short stopping distance of just 33.9 meters from 100 km/h to 0

The vehicle also features a double wishbone front suspension and a five link independent rear suspension, along with an adaptive air suspension system offering five height levels to adjust automatically based on road conditions.

YU7 Trims and Prices in the UAE


Xiaomi offers three versions of the YU7 SUV, each tailored to meet different needs and preferences of drivers in the GCC region:

Trim

Battery Capacity

Electric Range

Estimated Price in UAE

Standard

96.3 kWh

835 km

AED 185,000

Pro

96.3 kWh

770 km

AED 200,000

Max

101.7 kWh

760 km

AED 215,000

Who Are the Main Competitors of the Xiaomi YU7 in the GCC Market?


The Xiaomi YU7 enters a highly competitive arena of high performance electric SUVs, where it faces strong rivals across various segments. Its direct competitors include:

Launch Timeline in the GCC


The Xiaomi YU7 is expected to hit showrooms across the UAE and other GCC countries in the fourth quarter of 2025. Pre-orders have already begun in select markets, signaling high anticipation and consumer interest.

With its striking design, powerful electric performance, and aggressive pricing, the YU7 positions Xiaomi as a serious contender in the electric vehicle space for years to come.

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My passion for cars began long before my journey into automotive journalism in 2015. Even though I'm originally a pharmacist, the thrill of speed, elegant designs, and roaring engines has always had my heart. Today, I channel this passion by exploring the newest cars and sharing my experiences with fellow car enthusiasts across the GCC.

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