Xiaomi has issued its first major update to the Xiaomi SU7 electric sedan, a refresh that places safety and range improvements ahead of visual changes. The SU7, which marked Xiaomi’s entry into the automotive market when it launched in 2023, is now open for pre-orders in China, with deliveries scheduled to begin in April 2026. Pricing starts at ¥229,900 (around $32,800), representing a modest increase over the original version but still positioning the car below many Western electric sedans on price.
From the outside, the updated Xiaomi SU7 remains largely familiar. The overall shape is unchanged, though the front grille has been subtly revised and the rear tires are now wider. New exterior colors have been added, including Capri Blue and Dark Black, expanding on the earlier palette. The interior has also received light refinements rather than a full redesign, with Xiaomi focusing its efforts on systems that are less visible but more consequential.
The most significant changes relate to safety and driver assistance. All SU7 variants now include LiDAR hardware and Xiaomi’s Hyper Autonomous Driving system as standard, rather than reserving these features for higher trims. The car’s structure has been reinforced, with steel anti-collision beams added to all doors, and the number of airbags has increased from seven to nine. Xiaomi has also introduced backup power for the door locks and upgraded the onboard computer that manages advanced driver assistance functions.
These changes come after the original SU7 faced public criticism following several high-profile incidents, including a vehicle fire and a crash in which driver assistance reportedly disengaged shortly before impact. Xiaomi’s official materials for the refreshed SU7 place far greater emphasis on safety systems than on acceleration or top speed, reflecting a clear shift in priorities.
Range figures have also improved, though they should be viewed with context. Under China’s CLTC testing standard, the SU7 Standard is rated for up to 702 kilometers (around 447 miles). The SU7 Pro extends that figure to 902 kilometers (560 miles), while the performance-focused SU7 Max is rated at 835 kilometers (519 miles). These numbers are likely to be lower under U.S. EPA or European WLTC testing but still suggest competitive efficiency, particularly for a vehicle priced below rivals such as the Tesla Model 3.
Mechanical updates include a new V6s Plus motor across the lineup, faster charging, and increased power output. The Standard and Pro models deliver up to 320 horsepower, while the Max variant reaches 690 horsepower. Pro and Max trims also gain a revised dual-chamber air suspension with CDC dampers, aimed at improving ride quality rather than outright performance.
Overall, the refreshed Xiaomi SU7 is less about reinvention and more about consolidation. Xiaomi appears focused on addressing early concerns, tightening safety systems, and improving long-range usability as it works to establish credibility in a crowded electric vehicle market.
