EV Daily | Xiaomi's SU7 Overtakes Tesla in China, Challenges Model Y with Competitive Features

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Thursday, Mar 6, 2025 7:06 am ET1min read
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Tesla's dominance in the Chinese EV market is challenged by Xiaomi's SU7, outselling the Model 3 due to lower cost, a better battery, and additional tech features. Xiaomi's production strategies are inspired by TeslaTSLA--, using similar gigacasting and structural battery packs. This competition threatens Tesla's Model Y, despite updates and a "Tesla killer" narrative looming over the company's head in China. Tesla's sales in Europe have plunged, notably in Germany, with a 70% decrease compared to last year, attributed to decreased demand for the Model 3 and Model Y. A new Megafactory in Texas aims to boost Tesla's energy products to counteract falling automotive sales. Despite this, Tesla faces potential cost increases due to tariffs, as it sources over 20% of its parts from Mexico.

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Xiaomi has rapidly established itself in the Chinese EV market, with the SU7 surpassing Tesla's Model 3 in sales. The SU7's competitive pricing and features have led to long wait times, indicating high demand. The upcoming YU7 aims to challenge Tesla's Model Y.

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