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From smartphones to EVs, Xiaomi Philippines unveils electric car
Arthur Fuentes,
ABS-CBN News
Published Mar 07, 2025 03:35 PM PHT
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Updated Mar 07, 2025 03:45 PM PHT
The Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle is unveiled to tech journalists and influencers in Makati on March 6, 2025. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle is unveiled to tech journalists and influencers in Makati on March 6, 2025. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN NewsMANILA -- Tech journalists and influencers were finally able to get a first hand look at Chinese tech giant Xiaomi's first entry into the global electric vehicle market.
MANILA -- Tech journalists and influencers were finally able to get a first hand look at Chinese tech giant Xiaomi's first entry into the global electric vehicle market.
During the launch of its new flagship phone the Xiaomi 15 in Makati on Thursday, the company also put on display its EV at the entrance to the media event.
During the launch of its new flagship phone the Xiaomi 15 in Makati on Thursday, the company also put on display its EV at the entrance to the media event.
The SU7 looked every bit as sleek and modern as the most popular EVs on the market today. Launched in March last year, the SU7 even includes sound simulation to recreate the thrill of driving a sports car--Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was quoted in a 2024 news report from Agence France-Presse.
The SU7 looked every bit as sleek and modern as the most popular EVs on the market today. Launched in March last year, the SU7 even includes sound simulation to recreate the thrill of driving a sports car--Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was quoted in a 2024 news report from Agence France-Presse.
Xiaomi Philippines officials did not mention the specs of the SU7, but according to the company's global website, the car can accelerate from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in just 2.78 seconds and from zero to 200kph in 10.67 seconds. It also has a top speed of 265 kph.
Xiaomi Philippines officials did not mention the specs of the SU7, but according to the company's global website, the car can accelerate from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in just 2.78 seconds and from zero to 200kph in 10.67 seconds. It also has a top speed of 265 kph.
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The Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The interior of the Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The interior of the Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The back of the Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
The back of the Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle. Arthur Fuentes, ABS-CBN NewsThe standard SU7 also has a 350-kilometer range, while the higher-end SU7 Max can go up to 510 kilometers.
The standard SU7 also has a 350-kilometer range, while the higher-end SU7 Max can go up to 510 kilometers.
Inside, drivers will be greeted with a 16.1-inch, 3K control screen, a large 56-inch HUD, and a rotating dashboard. Xiaomi tablets can also be connected externally as an extra screen.
Inside, drivers will be greeted with a 16.1-inch, 3K control screen, a large 56-inch HUD, and a rotating dashboard. Xiaomi tablets can also be connected externally as an extra screen.
Xiaomi claims it also supports over 1000 Xiaomi smart home devices, enabling automatic discovery, password-free access, and the ability to set up automation scenarios, creating a robust CarIoT ecosystem.
Xiaomi claims it also supports over 1000 Xiaomi smart home devices, enabling automatic discovery, password-free access, and the ability to set up automation scenarios, creating a robust CarIoT ecosystem.
"Xiaomi's Human x Car x Home ecosystem connects all smart terminals together like never before. The seamless interconnection and coordinated capabilities allow everyone to experience a smart life everywhere, while Xiaomi HyperOS ensures a seamless and smooth experience," Xiaomi said on its website.
"Xiaomi's Human x Car x Home ecosystem connects all smart terminals together like never before. The seamless interconnection and coordinated capabilities allow everyone to experience a smart life everywhere, while Xiaomi HyperOS ensures a seamless and smooth experience," Xiaomi said on its website.
However, there is no word yet on if and when the SU7 will be sold in the Philippines. Sam Sun, GTM Manager at Xiaomi only advised fans of the brand to "be sure to watch out for its official release in the close future."
However, there is no word yet on if and when the SU7 will be sold in the Philippines. Sam Sun, GTM Manager at Xiaomi only advised fans of the brand to "be sure to watch out for its official release in the close future."
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"So, one of Xiaomi's most important values is to make friends with the users. Once Xiaomi EV decides to enter the Philippine market, we will be fully committed to local investors, especially in establishing a complete sales, delivery, and service system to ensure the best user experience possible," Sun said.
"So, one of Xiaomi's most important values is to make friends with the users. Once Xiaomi EV decides to enter the Philippine market, we will be fully committed to local investors, especially in establishing a complete sales, delivery, and service system to ensure the best user experience possible," Sun said.
In China the SU7 is being sold at 215,900 yuan (P1.7 million) for the standard model, while the Max version sells for 299,900 yuan (P2.36 million).
In China the SU7 is being sold at 215,900 yuan (P1.7 million) for the standard model, while the Max version sells for 299,900 yuan (P2.36 million).
The Philippine electric car market is currently dominated by fellow Chinese automotive giant BYD, which is distributed by Ayala Corporation's mobility platform, ACMobility.
The Philippine electric car market is currently dominated by fellow Chinese automotive giant BYD, which is distributed by Ayala Corporation's mobility platform, ACMobility.
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has also entered the Philippine market.
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has also entered the Philippine market.
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