Ferrari has acquired a SU7 Ultra unit, Xiaomi’s electric hypercar, aiming to study its technology and use it as a reference basis for the development of future electrified models.
The vehicle was seen leaving the Italian brand facilities in Maranello and underwent testing on the private track of Fiorano, as part of a benchmarking process, a common practice between automakers for technical analysis and dynamic competitors.
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According to Chinese sources, the rapprochement between Ferrari and Xiaomi can go beyond the simple evaluation of SU7. Representatives of the Italian manufacturer would have visited Xiaomi’s headquarters last year to discuss a possible partnership in the high performance electric motors. The initiative signals Ferrari’s interest in understanding and perhaps incorporating advanced solutions created by the Chinese brand.
Presented in 2024, the Xiaomi Su7 Ultra impresses with 1,548 hp, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 2 seconds and top speed above 320 km/h, all for a more affordable price than rivals like Tesla Model S Plaid e Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.
The quick adoption and overall impact of the model indicates a change in the axis of automotive innovation, with Chinese manufacturers, no longer keeping up with trends to now influencing even iconic west brands.
Source: InsideEVs | Photo: x @leijun | This content was created with the help of AI and revised by the editorial team
Ferrari Acquires Xiaomi SU7 Ultra for Next-Gen Electric Vehicle Development
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