China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has revealed details of a high-performance variant of Xiaomi’s electric SUV, the YU7, designated the YU7 GT. The regulatory filing includes technical specifications for the new model, which boasts a combined system output of 738 kW (approximately 1,000 horsepower).
The YU7 GT utilizes a dual-motor setup, with the front motor delivering 288 kW and the rear motor producing 450 kW. This substantial power increase positions the GT as a significantly faster alternative to the existing YU7 Max, which accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds with 508 kW. The YU7 GT is projected to potentially achieve a 0-100 km/h time of around 2.5 seconds, dependent on traction capabilities.
The vehicle is equipped with a wider and longer bodykit designed to enhance stability at high speeds, and features 21-inch wheels with differing tire sizes for the front and rear axles. Brake calipers are available in multiple colors, with carbon-ceramic brake discs likely included. A prominent rear diffuser, “GT” badging, and an exclusive all-black exterior finish further distinguish the YU7 GT from standard models.
Design cues include McLaren-inspired headlights and a rear end reminiscent of Aston Martin, according to reports. The YU7 GT will draw power from a lithium battery supplied by CATL.
While pricing has not been officially announced, estimates suggest a price point around 1.5 million yuan (approximately $208,000 USD). The standard YU7 model has already demonstrated strong sales in China, with over 153,000 units sold in 2023.
Xiaomi has not yet confirmed whether the YU7 GT will be followed by an even more powerful “Ultra” variant, similar to the SU7 sedan, which currently holds the record for the fastest electric vehicle around the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a power output of 1138 kW. It remains unclear whether Xiaomi intends for the YU7 GT to challenge for a similar title among electric crossovers.