Xiaomi’s first EV, the SU7 Max, has been on the road for nearly a year, and early owners are speaking up. One driver from China shared their experience after 12 months of daily use—and the feedback is surprising.
Flawless Performance, Strong Battery Life
Despite being Xiaomi’s first-ever car, reliability hasn’t been an issue. The owner reports zero mechanical problems or software glitches. The battery is holding up well, with no noticeable degradation after thousands of kilometers.
On long highway trips at 120 km/h, the SU7 Max delivers around 500 km per charge. In stop-and-go city traffic, range drops to 200 km when running from 80% to 20% battery. Charging is fast—120kW DC fast chargers take the car from 20% to 80% in just 30 minutes.
Driving Experience: Smooth, But With One Flaw
The precision handling makes city driving and high-speed cruising a breeze. The car feels agile yet premium, thanks to air suspension. The only downside? City-level autonomous driving is still a work in progress, though Xiaomi is rolling out frequent updates to improve it.
Next-Level Xiaomi Ecosystem Integration
One standout feature? The seamless integration with Xiaomi’s smart home devices. From the car’s screen or by voice commands, owners can:
- Control smart home gadgets (lights, cameras, AC, etc.)
- Trigger automations (e.g., garage doors open automatically)
- Use Xiaomi tablets for backseat entertainment & controls
High Demand, But Not Coming to the U.S. Yet
Interest in the SU7 Max is sky-high—so much so that new orders come with an 8-month wait. However, Xiaomi has no plans to export until at least 2027.
Final Verdict
For a first-generation EV, the Xiaomi SU7 Max impresses. With premium design, solid range, and a deep tech ecosystem, it’s one of the hottest EVs in China right now. The only question left: Will it ever reach global markets?
