Xiaomi aims to bring electric cars to the European market by 2027

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Key takeaways

• Xiaomi plans to launch its electric vehicles in Europe by 2027.
• The company will focus on adapting existing electric vehicle models for the European market and setting up immersive showrooms.
• Xiaomi prioritizes quality and user experience over rushing to market, which could lead to local production in the future.

Xiaomi intends to enter the European electric vehicle market (EV) by 2027, focusing on establishing showrooms and potentially local production facilities. The company’s vice president, Xu Fei, confirmed this strategy in a recent interview.

Field research in several European cities in June allowed Xiaomi’s executives to assess potential sales locations and develop a distribution network. Instead of developing new models specifically for Europe, the company will likely adapt existing vehicles, such as the SU7 sedan and YU7 SUV, the flagship models launched last year.

Quality over speed

While their competitors are rushing to market, Xiaomi is opting for a considered approach, prioritizing product quality and user experience. Xu emphasized the need to meet Europe’s high standards before launching.

EU tariffs on the import of Chinese electric vehicles have prompted some car manufacturers to consider local production in Europe. Although Xiaomi is not there yet, Xu acknowledged that it will be necessary in the long run to achieve global dominance.

European showrooms

Xiaomi’s European showrooms will mirror those in China, offering not only test drives but also immersive experiences that showcase the integration of the entire ecosystem. This includes smartphones, household appliances, and other devices, all seamlessly connected via the car’s software.

The company aims to win over customers by offering a holistic Xiaomi experience, allowing users to interact with their cars. While specific details about pricing and launch models have not been disclosed, Xu assures European consumers that Xiaomi is doing everything possible to deliver a high-quality product tailored to their needs. (fc)

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