{"id":82541,"date":"2025-05-22T16:54:46","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T20:54:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=82541"},"modified":"2025-05-22T16:54:46","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T20:54:46","slug":"tesla-model-y-compared-to-tesla-killer-xiaomi-yu7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=82541","title":{"rendered":"Tesla Model Y compared to ‘Tesla killer’ Xiaomi YU7: it’s not even close"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Here we compare the specs of the new Tesla Model Y (Chinese version) to the newly unveiled Xiaomi YU7, a vehicle dubbed the \u2018Tesla killer\u2019.<\/p>\n

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For years, we laughed at people using the term \u2018Tesla killer\u2019 for new electric vehicles. To this day, even as Tesla\u2019s sales are declining, it\u2019s a bit dumb to use the term since no single EV is going to \u201ckill\u201d Tesla.<\/p>\n

However, there\u2019s one that is as close to do it as we have seen so far.<\/p>\n

Earlier this year, we reported on how Xiaomi\u2019s first electric vehicle, the SU7, had a major negative impact on Tesla\u2019s Model 3 sales <\/a>in China. <\/p>\n

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At the time, we reported that the bigger concern for Tesla was that the Chinese electronics giant was now planning to launch a new EV, the YU7, aimed at competing against Tesla\u2019s popular Model Y.<\/p>\n

The Xiaomi YU7 <\/a>was unveiled today,<\/a>\u00a0and we can now provide a side-by-side specs comparison that highlights Tesla\u2019s problem<\/span> in China.<\/p>\n

Tesla Model Y vs Xiaomi YU7<\/h2>\n

The only thing that is missing about the YU7 as of the time of writing is the price, but it is expected to be very similar to Model Y and even likely to undercut by a bit.<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Specs<\/th>\nTesla Model Y RWD<\/th>\nTesla Model Y Long Range AWD<\/th>\nXiaomi YU7 Standard (RWD)<\/th>\nXiaomi YU7 Pro (AWD)<\/th>\nXiaomi YU7 Max (AWD)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Launch Date<\/td>\nJanuary 2025<\/td>\nJanuary 2025<\/td>\nJuly 2025 (expected)<\/td>\nJuly 2025 (expected)<\/td>\nJuly 2025 (expected)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price (CNY)<\/td>\n\u00a5263,500<\/td>\n\u00a5303,500<\/td>\n~\u00a5250,000 (est.)<\/td>\nNot announced<\/td>\nNot announced<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price (USD)<\/td>\n~$36,600<\/td>\n~$42,200<\/td>\n~$34,700 (est.)<\/td>\nNot announced<\/td>\nNot announced<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions (L x W x H)<\/td>\n4,797 x 1,920 x 1,624 mm<\/td>\n4,797 x 1,920 x 1,624 mm<\/td>\n4,999 x 1,996 x 1,600 mm<\/td>\n4,999 x 1,996 x 1,600 mm<\/td>\n4,999 x 1,996 x 1,600 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wheelbase<\/td>\n2,890 mm<\/td>\n2,890 mm<\/td>\n3,000 mm<\/td>\n3,000 mm<\/td>\n3,000 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\n1,921 kg<\/td>\n1,992 kg<\/td>\nNot specified<\/td>\n2,405 kg<\/td>\n2,405 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Powertrain<\/td>\nSingle motor RWD<\/td>\nDual motor AWD<\/td>\nSingle motor RWD<\/td>\nDual motor AWD<\/td>\nDual motor AWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Power Output<\/td>\nNot specified (est. 200-250 kW)<\/td>\nNot specified (est. 350-400 kW)<\/td>\n235 kW (315 hp)<\/td>\n508 kW (681 hp)<\/td>\n508 kW (681 hp)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0-100 km\/h<\/td>\n5.9 s<\/td>\n4.3 s<\/td>\n5.8 s<\/td>\n4.3 s<\/td>\n~3.2 s<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Top Speed<\/td>\n201 km\/h<\/td>\n201 km\/h <\/td>\n240 km\/h<\/td>\n253 km\/h<\/td>\n253 km\/h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Type<\/td>\nLFP<\/td>\nNMC<\/td>\nLFP<\/td>\nLFP<\/td>\nLi-ion ternary (CATL)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery Capacity<\/td>\n~62.5 kWh<\/td>\n~80 kWh<\/td>\n96.3 kWh<\/td>\n96.3 kWh<\/td>\n~101.7 kWh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Range (CLTC)<\/td>\n593 km<\/td>\n719 km<\/td>\n835 km<\/td>\n750 km<\/td>\n760 km<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charging Architecture<\/td>\n400V<\/td>\n400V<\/td>\n800V<\/td>\n800V<\/td>\n800V<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seating Capacity<\/td>\n5 (7 optional)<\/td>\n5 (7 optional)<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Key Features<\/td>\n\u2013 Updated design \u2013 Rear seat touchscreen \u2013 FSD-capable<\/td>\n\u2013 Same as RWD \u2013 Higher performance<\/td>\n\u2013 Panoramic HUD \u2013 HyperOS \u2013 Larger cabin<\/td>\n\u2013 Same as Standard \u2013 Higher performance<\/td>\n\u2013 Top-tier performance \u2013 Premium interior (assumed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Autonomous Driving<\/td>\nFSD with AI4 computer<\/td>\nFSD with AI4 computer<\/td>\nNvidia Thor chip (700 TOPS)<\/td>\nNvidia Thor chip (700 TOPS)<\/td>\nNvidia Thor chip (700 TOPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

These specs show that the vehicles are extremely similar. The main difference is that Xiaomi packs a lot more batteries into the YU7 than Tesla puts into the Model Y, resulting in a significant difference in range.<\/p>\n

To be fair to Tesla, it still dominates in efficiency as it does more with fewer batteries, which is an important skill to have. However, most customers don\u2019t care about that and want a longer range. They don\u2019t care how you make it happen.<\/p>\n

Another big difference is the design.<\/p>\n

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As we previously reported, the Tesla Model Y design refresh looks similar to other Chinese EVs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Based on the online reception, the Model Y is viewed as having a more tired design that is not as luxurious as the YU7.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s particularly true of the exteriors.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a similar situation in the interior, but Xiaomi also outshines Tesla here with more technology, like display along the dash:<\/p>\n

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Both vehicles feature a large center display where most of the controls are located.<\/p>\n

Electrek\u2019s Take<\/h2>\n

I think Tesla is in trouble in China. The competition is impressive and there are vehicles that clearly directly target Model Y, Tesla\u2019s bread and butter, and there\u2019s no better example than this one.<\/p>\n

The only thing missing is pricing, but if it\u2019s priced as expected, which is like the SU7 to the Model 3, it will make it a no-brainer for most buyers.<\/p>\n

Also, Xiaomi often gets mentioned as a \u2018Tesla killer\u2019 because the vehicles are not only ultra competitive with Tesla, but it is also producing them in high volumes.<\/p>\n

SU7 outsold the Model 3 within a year of launching. The YU7 is coming to market within the next 2 months, and it should reach impressive volumes that are going to put pressure on Tesla\u2019s Model Y sales by the end of the year.<\/p>\n

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