The new SUV looks like it's built on the same platform as the SU7. It's got similar styling, but with different proportions to fit the SUV shape. This move shows Xiaomi's keen to keep the ball rolling in the car business after the SU7's success.
Inside, the SUV's got a three-spoke steering wheel that looks just like the one in the SU7. There's a big screen in the middle of the dashboard, but the digital instrument cluster's set further back and isn't visible in the photos.
The center console's had a bit of a makeover. It's missing the physical buttons you'd find in the SU7, and instead of wireless chargers, there are two separate cupholders. The whole design of the console's been changed up a bit.
Under the hood, we're expecting the SUV to use the same Modena platform as the SU7. The entry-level model will likely have a single motor at the back, pumping out 295 hp and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It'll probably use a 73.6 kWh battery with 400-volt tech, giving it a range of about 668 km (415 miles) on the Chinese test cycle.
For those who want more oomph, there'll probably be an all-wheel-drive version with 664 hp. This one should be able to zip from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than 3 seconds. It'll use an 800-volt system with a bigger 101 kWh battery.
Xiaomi's taking a page out of Tesla's book here. Just like the Model Y is basically a bigger version of the Model 3, this SUV is following the same approach with the SU7.
We'll have to wait and see if Xiaomi's planning a super high-performance version like the SU7 Ultra with its 1,500+ hp. But for now, that's not looking likely.
Source: Carnewschina
