Xiaomi YU7 Beats Tesla Model Y in China Sales!

Xiaomi YU7 Sales. # Xiaomi YU7 Shocks Tesla: Overtakes Model Y in China Sales!

Hold on to your hats, folks! The electric vehicle market just got a serious shakeup. Xiaomi, yes that Xiaomi, has officially dethroned Tesla’s Model Y in China, with its YU7 selling a staggering 33,662 units in October 2025 compared to Tesla’s 26,000. It looks like the “smartphone on wheels” is more than just a gimmick – it’s a force to be reckoned with, marking a massive victory in the competitive landscape of electric SUVs and showcasing Xiaomi’s growing dominance in the electric vehicle sector. Let’s dive into how the Xiaomi YU7 achieved this incredible feat.

Xiaomi YU7: The New King of the Chinese EV Market

The numbers speak for themselves. According to official data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) and insights from ECC 情报局, Xiaomi Auto delivered a total of 48,654 vehicles in October 2025. Of that total, the Xiaomi YU7 accounted for 33,662 units. Meanwhile, Tesla’s Model Y wholesale numbers reached 61,500, but only 26,000 were actually sold within China; the remaining 35,400 were exported. This means the Xiaomi YU7 outsold the Model Y by a significant 7,662 units on its home turf. This is a monumental achievement, especially considering how recently Xiaomi entered the EV market. This success underscores Xiaomi’s ability to disrupt established industries with its innovative approach and understanding of the Chinese consumer base, much like they did with smartphones when Redmi phones started offering high-end features at affordable prices.

Why the Xiaomi YU7 is Dominating

So, what’s the secret sauce behind the YU7’s success? It’s a combination of factors that have resonated strongly with Chinese consumers. Let’s break it down:

• Unbeatable Price:
  The YU7 starts at just 235,900 yuan (approximately €30,800 / $33,200), significantly lower than the Model Y Long Range, which starts at 303,500 yuan. Price matters, and Xiaomi knows how to deliver value.
• Stunning Design:
  The YU7’s sleek coupé lines, massive 2.2 m² panoramic sunroof, vibrant 2.6 million-color ambient lighting, and distinctive rear “halo LED” have made it a social media darling. Everyone wants to be seen in this car!
• Seamless Xiaomi Ecosystem:
  With over 700 million Xiaomi phone users in China, the YU7 benefits from total integration with HyperOS, XiaoAI voice control, bi-weekly OTA updates, and the ability to use your phone as a digital key. It’s all about convenience and connectivity. You can expect the same level of integration as demonstrated in the Xiaomi Mijia Smart In-Car Humidifier with HyperOS.
• Ultra-Fast 800V Charging:
  The YU7’s 101 kWh CATL Qilin battery can recover 400 km of range in just 12 minutes. Tesla’s Model Y, even the updated Juniper version manufactured in Shanghai, still uses a 400V architecture.
• Express Delivery Network:
  Xiaomi has established over 200 delivery centers in just 18 months, promising delivery within 7-14 days. Tesla’s wait times can still stretch to 6-8 weeks for certain colors.

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A Timeline of Rapid Growth

Xiaomi’s journey in the EV market has been nothing short of meteoric:

• March 28, 2024: Official announcement of the SU7.
• July 6, 2025: Deliveries of the YU7 begin.
• September 2025: 40,000 YU7s delivered (as announced by Lei Jun).
• October 2025: Over 33,662 units sold in a single month.
• Total YU7 Sales: Over 74,000 units, nearing the 100,000 milestone.

What This Means for Tesla (and the EV Market)

This marks the first time since 2020 that Tesla has lost its monthly leadership in the mid-size electric SUV segment in China. And Xiaomi isn’t the only contender; rivals like the BYD Song L, Zeekr 7X, and Deepal S07 are also gaining ground. Even Elon Musk acknowledged the “brutal competition” in China during a recent conference call, hinting that the refreshed Model Y Juniper might arrive sooner than anticipated, potentially by late 2025 or early 2026.

Analyst cited by iTHome say Xiaomi has replicated their smartphone strategy in the auto industry: democratizing premium technology at an affordable price.

This also presents an opportunity for other manufacturers to learn and adapt, potentially leading to more innovation and competition in the technology space. Could this lead to Xiaomi building Xiaomi Employee Apartments: Smart Homes in Wuhan by 2026 for its EV engineers? The possibilities seem endless!

A New Era Dawns

October 2025 will be remembered as the month Xiaomi transformed from “the brand with good, affordable phones” to a legitimate automotive giant challenging Tesla on its own turf. The YU7 has not only outsold the Model Y but has also proven that in China, the company that controls the digital ecosystem, price, and production speed controls the market.

Can Tesla reclaim the throne with the Model Y Juniper? Will the YU7 arrive in Europe in 2026 as rumored? Will we see an even cheaper Xiaomi EV soon? One thing is clear: the electric future is no longer being written in California… it’s being written in Beijing. And Xiaomi has just picked up the pen. The buzz surrounding the YU7 echoes the anticipation for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Mind-Blowing Specs for 2025!, signifying Xiaomi’s innovative spirit across product lines.