Beijing, June 20, 2025 — In a high-stakes move that proclaims its increasing dominance in the electric vehicle (EV) market. Xiaomi has unveiled a Xiaomi Manufacturing massive expansion of its production facilities in Beijing. Along with the long-awaited release of its innovative YU7 SUV. This move represents a turning point for both Xiaomi and the Chinese automotive sector as a whole. As the technology powerhouse continues to upend traditional players. With its game-changing strategy and lightning-fast implementation.
Massive Xiaomi Manufacturing Expansion in Beijing
Xiaomi has officially secured a 485,134-square-meter (nearly 120-acre). Land parcel in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (E-Town). Investing RMB 635 million ($88 million) for a 50-year lease. This acquisition, adjacent to its current EV production facilities. They will serve as the foundation for the third phase of Xiaomi’s smart vehicle manufacturing project.
Xiaomi Manufacturing: Key Features of the Expansion
- Strategic Location: The new site is located in E-Town. Beijing’s premier zone for high-tech manufacturing and autonomous vehicle development.
- Production Boost: The combined facility is expected to boost Xiaomi’s annual EV production capacity to 300,000 units. Supporting the company’s ambitious goal of delivering 350,000 vehicles in 2025.
- Smart Manufacturing: The Xiaomi factory is an icon of Industry 4.0. Boasting more than 700 totally automated robots and sophisticated AI-powered quality inspection systems. Such a high level of automation is widely praise. By industry commentators and government leaders alike.
- Long-Term Investment: Xiaomi spent over 100 billion yuan ($13.9 billion) in R&D in the last five years. Another 200 billion yuan ($27.8 billion) has been planned to be invested in technological innovation by 2030.
YU7 SUV: Xiaomi’s Next Big Bet
Coinciding with the manufacturing expansion. Xiaomi is preparing to launch its second mass-market EV, the YU7 SUV. Building on the runaway success of the SU7 sedan. Which has consistently outsold the Tesla Model 3 in China since late 2024. The YU7 aims to capture the booming urban SUV segment.
Lei Jun, Xiaomi’s founder and CEO, addressed the media at the new Beijing facility. “Xiaomi’s vision is to redefine mobility through technology and innovation. Our expanded Beijing plant and the upcoming YU7 SUV are milestones in our journey. To become a global leader in smart electric vehicles.”
Outlook: Xiaomi Manufacturing EV Future
With the revamped Beijing factory and YU7 SUV launch. Xiaomi stands ready to disrupt the Chinese EV space even further. It expects to turn a profit in its EV business by late 2025. Driven by strong demand, sophisticated automation, and uncompromising R&D.
ELCTRIK Speaks
While Xiaomi goes forward in closing the gap between consumer electronics and smart mobility. Its aggressive steps are being keenly observed by competitors as well as industry watchers across the globe. The next few months will be decisive in placing Xiaomi on the path of continuing this momentum. Emerging as a leading global force in electric vehicles.
