Xiaomi YU7 GT or Ultra? Nürburgring Prototype Hints at 1,500+ HP Crossover

The YU7 arrived with three trims, but the real story is what comes next. Xiaomi has a high-performance version running hard at the Nürburgring, and the intent is loud and clear: take the fight directly to the Tesla Model Y’s performance crowd while boosting Xiaomi’s growing reputation in performance electric vehicles. Whether it wears the YU7 GT badge or the YU7 Ultra name, this prototype already looks like the next headline.

Xiaomi earned trust with the SU7 by delivering quality, speed, and value in record time. That same playbook now moves to a category that buyers love even more: the crossover. The test car sits lower than the regular YU7, with wider arches that swallow a staggered 21-inch setup on seriously wide 305-section tires at the rear. The dual-piece rear spoiler—split between the roof and tailgate—adds downforce drama without looking cartoonish. Up front, an eye-level lidar unit above the windshield quietly signals Xiaomi’s plan to keep advanced driver assistance and autonomy ambitions alive, even on its sportiest model.

Brakes are the big message. The SU7 Ultra took heat from enthusiasts who felt its stopping hardware did not match its power. This YU7 prototype does not repeat that mistake. Oversized calipers fill all four corners and, paired with massive rotors, should cope with repeated hard laps without wilting. It is the kind of overbuild that wins credibility with drivers who push their cars, not just photograph them.

Under the skin, expect a three-motor configuration closely related to the SU7 Ultra, likely turned up. Power north of 1,500 horsepower would put this crossover in rare company, and a roughly 100 kilowatt-hour pack should give it enough stamina for meaningful Nürburgring sessions, not just a one-and-done glory lap. If Xiaomi nails thermal management and brake endurance, this could be the moment the brand proves it can do fast and consistent, not just fast.

The broader story is strategy. Crossovers outsell sedans by a wide margin. If Xiaomi pairs a headline time or two with attainable pricing, the halo will lift the Standard, Pro, and Max trims as well. That is how you outsell rivals: lead with heat, then convert shoppers with value and space. If you want to see how this prototype evolves, stick around.