In December 2024, Xiaomi’s all-electric sedan, the SU7, surpassed Tesla’s Model 3 in deliveries, according to a report shared by Xiaomi EV Vice President Li Xiaoshuang. Xiaomi’s founder and CEO, Lei Jun, made the announcement on Weibo, highlighting the SU7’s 25,815 units delivered, compared to the 21,046 units of the Model 3.
The December rankings, published by Dongchedi, reveal the strong competition in China’s electric vehicle (EV) market. BYD’s Seagull, the automaker’s entry-level model, secured first place with 48,754 units, while the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV took second place with 37,747 units, followed by the Wuling Binguo in third at 30,757 units.
The Xiaomi SU7, officially launched in March 2024 with deliveries beginning in April, is the company’s only model in the EV market. The vehicle is available in three versions: Standard, Pro, and Max, with starting prices ranging from RMB 215,900 ($29,640) to RMB 299,900.
Tesla’s Model 3, also offered in three variants, saw a price increase on January 10, 2025, with its prices rising by RMB 3,600 for all three versions. The entry-level Model 3 now starts at RMB 235,500, the long-range all-wheel drive version is priced at RMB 275,500, and the all-wheel drive performance version is priced at RMB 339,500.
Source: CNEVPOST