Recently, a photograph of a Xiaomi car’s battery has been circulating online, catching the attention of many. The label on the battery suggests that Xiaomi’s first car could potentially utilize an 800V platform and be equipped with a lithium battery weighing 642.0kg, with a capacity of 139.0 Ah and 101.0kWh. If we consider similar products, electric vehicles utilizing batteries of this specification may potentially achieve a range exceeding 800 km. It is important to note that Xiaomi has not officially confirmed this information, and interested individuals should stay tuned for updates.
In the first half of 2021, Xiaomi’s chairman, Lei Jun, announced the company’s entry into the automotive industry after a new product launch event. Xiaomi Group plans to invest $10 billion in their automotive business, with the anticipation of releasing their first car in 2024. As we approach that target, it seems that Xiaomi’s car development is progressing steadily, making a 2024 release achievable.
Furthermore, sources have recently revealed that Xiaomi’s first car is expected to be launched next year and will feature a self-developed chip and a well-designed car-machine system architecture. Additionally, Xiaomi may announce some interim results by the end of this year. A dealer group in the automotive industry has reported that Xiaomi is already in the process of selecting delivery centres, with requirements of at least 120 parking spaces and a building area of no less than 3,000 square meters. Xiaomi Auto is following the industry’s common operational model, which includes Xiaomi mobile phone franchise stores, delivery centres, and authorized body painting centres.
