Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Sets Record as Fastest Production EV at Nürburgring with 1,548HP.
In a game-changing moment for electric mobility, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra has emerged as the fastest production EV to conquer Germany’s legendary Nürburgring circuit, clocking an astonishing lap time of 7:04.957 minutes.
Chinese electronics major Xiaomi isn’t just sticking to smartphones anymore. With the SU7 Ultra, the brand has firmly planted its flag in the high-performance EV space. What’s truly jaw-dropping? It’s outrun the 1,914hp Rimac Nevera—considered a benchmark for electric hypercars—by a slim but significant 0.341 seconds.
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Xiaomi SU7 Ultra: Electric Performance
At the heart of this electric beast lies a triple-motor setup—two motors at the rear and one at the front—delivering a colossal 1,548hp and 1,770Nm of torque. This allows the sedan to sprint from 0-100 km/h in just 1.98 seconds, rivaling the acceleration of Formula 1 cars. Its top speed? A mind-bending 350 km/h-plus, all powered by a 93.7kWh battery engineered for high thermal endurance and peak power delivery of 1,330kW.
The record-setting run took place on April 1, 2025, with the SU7 Ultra equipped with Xiaomi’s optional track package. Notably, a prototype version had already posted a 6:46.87-minute lap in 2024. That the road-legal version trails by a mere 18 seconds speaks volumes about Xiaomi’s engineering ambition.
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Here’s how the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra compares with other top-tier electric performers at the Nürburgring, Impressively, Xiaomi is the only Chinese brand on this elite list—marking a significant shift in the EV arms race.
| EV Model | Lap Time |
| Xiaomi SU7 Ultra (with Track Package) | 7:04.957 |
| Rimac Nevera | 7:05.298 |
| Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (Weissach Pack) | 7:07.550 |
| Tesla Model S Plaid (Track Package) | 7:25.231 |
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While the SU7 Ultra hasn’t yet made its way to Indian shores, its performance is bound to raise expectations among enthusiasts here. The country’s EV market—led by growing demand for performance and sustainability—is ripe for innovation. Xiaomi’s foray could inspire homegrown brands like Tata, Mahindra, and Ola Electric to reimagine what’s possible.
