David Pittard, who won the 2023 24 Hours of the Nurburgring, drove the SU7 Ultra Prototype to its record-breaking time. The feat gets even more impressive when you learn it was achieved on a single attempt. Pittard managed this despite losing power for about 10 seconds during the run, which you can see at the 4:15 mark in the video.
Xiaomi didn't stop at breaking records. The company also revealed the production version of the SU7 Ultra. This electric powerhouse packs three motors combining for a whopping 1,526 hp. The car uses a CATL Qilin 2.0 battery, giving it a range of 630 km (391 miles) on the CLTC cycle.
The SU7 Ultra's performance figures are eye-popping. It can sprint from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 1.98 seconds without a one-foot rollout, and 0-200 km/h (0-124 mph) in 5.86 seconds. The top speed? A blistering 350 km/h (217 mph).
To handle all that power, Xiaomi extensively upgraded the cooling system for track use. The car stops as well as it goes, thanks to carbon ceramic brake discs. The front discs measure 16.9 inches and are grabbed by six-piston Akebono calipers, while four-piston calipers handle the rear. From 100 km/h (62 mph), the SU7 Ultra can come to a full stop in just 30.8 m (101 feet).
The suspension setup offers options. Standard equipment includes dual-chamber air springs and dampers, but buyers can opt for Bilstein Evo T1 coilovers with 10-level adjustment. The car's torque vectoring system adjusts power 500 times per second, ensuring optimal traction.
Aerodynamics play a crucial role in the SU7 Ultra's performance. The car can generate up to 285 kg (628 lbs) of downforce, thanks to features like an active rear diffuser, a new front splitter, enlarged air intakes, and new side skirts.
Inside, the SU7 Ultra screams performance. The steering wheel has a flat top and bottom with a 12 o'clock marker, and it's wrapped in Alcantara with carbon fiber accents. A red Boost button stands out, ready to unleash extra power. The instrument cluster, head-up display, and infotainment screen all feature customized user interfaces, and there's even a Racetrack Master app for lap recording and performance monitoring.
Xiaomi plans to start delivering the SU7 Ultra in March 2025, with a starting price of 814,900 yuan (about 114,000 USD).
Source: Xiaomi