Mysterious New Large Xiaomi Crossover Seen in China — Road Tests Are Already Underway

A new large crossover from Xiaomi has been spotted on Chinese roads, which seems to be the brand's third model in its automotive division lineup. Following the rapid launch of the second vehicle—the YU7 crossover, which sparked significant interest in the domestic market, Xiaomi continues to forge ahead without delay. Local media have published pictures of camouflaged prototypes of the big new release, presumably carrying the index YU9.

The test vehicles confidently travel on the country's roads, obscured by dense camouflage film and protection. The pattern on the film and distinctive numbers suggest that it is indeed a Xiaomi product—a similar disguise was used during YU7 tests.

However, the outlines of the new vehicle significantly differ from the company's previous models: they are more austere, angular, with a less streamlined silhouette. It seems to be a full-size crossover exceeding five meters in length, designed for three rows of seats.

The technical specifications are still kept secret, but industry sources in China are confident that the novelty may become a hybrid. Recall that both existing Xiaomi models are built on the Modena electric platform, which supports 871 volts and batteries with up to 150 kW·h capacity. However, in the case of YU9, the architecture is expected to be supplemented with a gasoline generator, potentially increasing the range to an impressive 1500 km. Interestingly, similar rumors surrounded the YU7, but it ultimately launched as a fully electric model.

It is worth noting that the full-size hybrid crossover segment in China is developing particularly actively. Xiaomi clearly aims to carve out its position in this rapidly growing class. The main competitors for YU9 are expected to be the Li L9 and Aito M9, with a starting price of about 400,000 yuan—approximately 55,000 dollars. Although mass production of the YU9 is planned for 2026, the first official presentation could occur before the end of the year—following the precedent set by previous launches.