Xiaomi Plans to Launch Ferrari-inspired Electric SUV to Compete Tesla Model Y

Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, is making strides in the electric vehicle (EV) market. After successfully launching its first EV, the SU7, earlier this year, Xiaomi now has plans to expand its lineup with a new electric SUV. This upcoming SUV, codenamed MX11, was recently spotted testing in China. 

The MX11 electric SUV appears to be similar in size and design to the Ferrari Purosangue SUV. From the sides, it has a distinct silhouette reminiscent of the Ferrari model. The front face features sleek design elements, including slim LED headlights and daytime running lights (DRLs), which draw inspiration from the Xiaomi SU7 (itself inspired by the Porsche Taycan).

Little is known about the specifications, but reports suggest that the MX11 might share some elements with the SU7 electric sedan. It could use the same 400V architecture and a 73.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack from the SU7.

The leaked images (above) reveal of the upcoming electric SUV is heavily camouflaged yet it has striking resemblance to the Ferrari Purosangue.

There's also speculation about a higher-spec variant with an 800V architecture and a larger 101-kWh battery.

Xiaomi aims to compete with EV giants like Tesla by positioning the MX11 to rival the Tesla Model Y. The previously launched SU7 model was aimed at the Tesla Model 3, and Xiaomi seems determined to make an impact in the competitive Chinese EV market.

The MX11 is slated for a 2026 release and is estimated to cost around 150,000 yuan (21,000 USD).

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