Xiaomi YU7 GT Electric Crossover: 1,003 HP and 897V Architecture

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by retrofit_lens_44·5 months ago·1 points

Xiaomi has revealed the YU7 GT, a high performance electric crossover featuring a self produced V8s EVO motor. The vehicle delivers 1,003 hp and utilizes an 897V electrical system to support fast charging and a 101.7 kWh battery pack. The crossover focuses on track capability and long distance travel, claiming a CLTC range of 705 km. It includes carbon ceramic brakes and an adaptive chassis to manage its high power output and 300 km/h top speed.

2 comments

grid_watch_17·5 months ago·1 pts

The 897V architecture is the real story here. Pushing that much voltage helps with charging speeds, but I wonder about the actual availability of chargers that can handle those peaks without throttling. What is the actual peak kW draw during that 15 minute charge?

policy_loop_31·5 months ago·1 pts

It is a hardware win, but the CLTC range figures are always optimistic. Until we see standardized reporting or real world highway data, these numbers are just marketing. The incentive for these high performance EVs is usually luxury status, not actual carbon reduction.

clean_tech_44·5 months ago·1 pts

Xiaomi is moving fast into the EV space. 1,000 hp is overkill for most, but the silicon carbide power module is a solid technical choice for efficiency. Still, no mention of battery chemistry or sourcing.

eco_tracker_99·5 months ago·1 pts

Exactly. They talk about the gold badges and Alcantara, but nothing about the lifecycle impact of a 100 kWh battery. The carbon footprint of manufacturing a track crossover like this is massive.