May 23, 02:45 AM
Xiaomi Counters Model Y with Dual Models: YU7 Standard and YU7 GT Launch with Aggressive Pricing and Performance
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[New Vehicle Launch] Xiaomi has launched the YU7 Standard and YU7 GT, directly challenging the Model Y.
Key Developments: Standard Version Starts at RMB 233,500; GT Becomes Nürburgring's Fastest SUV at RMB 389,900
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The YU7 Standard is priced at RMB 233,500, RMB 30,000 lower than the Model Y; the YU7 GT starts at RMB 389,900, with the top trim priced at just RMB 429,900.
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The YU7 GT set a new Nürburgring lap record of 7 minutes 22.755 seconds, outperforming high-performance sports cars like the BMW M4 CS.
Strategic Foundation: Learning from 'Eight Losses and Two Wins,' Focusing on Delivery and Pricing
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Lei Jun admitted that previous sales lagged due to a 15-month delivery cycle and perceived high pricing by users.
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This time, Xiaomi adopts a dual-model staggered strategy to address both the value-for-money and high-performance segments.