Xiaomi Discontinues First-Gen SU7 to Prepare for Next-Generation Model
Xiaomi has officially ended production of its first-generation SU7 electric vehicle, marking a significant milestone in the company's automotive journey. CEO Lei Jun announced during a livestream that the final unit, an olive-green model, was shipped to a dedicated long-time fan as a keepsake. Production of the initial SU7 began in April 2024 and concluded in January 2026, with approximately 370,000 units manufactured during this period. The cessation of current production is intended to free up manufacturing capacity for the upcoming next-generation SU7. This new model is slated for launch in April and features substantial technological upgrades, including the integration of LiDAR sensors and an advanced 800-volt high-voltage platform. Market response to the successor has been robust, with nearly 100,000 orders recorded within just two weeks of presales opening. This transition highlights Xiaomi's rapid iteration strategy in the competitive electric vehicle market, moving quickly from its debut model to a more technologically advanced successor to maintain momentum and meet growing consumer demand for enhanced autonomous driving capabilities and faster charging infrastructure.
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Xiaomi Discontinues First-Gen SU7 to Prepare for Next-Generation Model
Xiaomi has officially ended production of its first-generation SU7 electric vehicle, marking a significant milestone in the company's automotive journey. CEO Lei Jun announced during a livestream that the final unit, an olive-green model, was shipped to a dedicated long-time fan as a keepsake. Production of the initial SU7 began in April 2024 and concluded in January 2026, with approximately 370,000 units manufactured during this period. The cessation of current production is intended to free up manufacturing capacity for the upcoming next-generation SU7. This new model is slated for launch in April and features substantial technological upgrades, including the integration of LiDAR sensors and an advanced 800-volt high-voltage platform. Market response to the successor has been robust, with nearly 100,000 orders recorded within just two weeks of presales opening. This transition highlights Xiaomi's rapid iteration strategy in the competitive electric vehicle market, moving quickly from its debut model to a more technologically advanced successor to maintain momentum and meet growing consumer demand for enhanced autonomous driving capabilities and faster charging infrastructure.
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