The 2026 Shenzhen Auto Show is set to open on May 29, with Xiaomi EV confirming it will display its entire electric vehicle lineup, including the newly introduced YU7 GT. This event follows the record-breaking Beijing Auto Show and will feature major Chinese automakers such as Nio and BYD.
Xiaomi EV Brings Full Lineup, Highlights New YU7 Models
Xiaomi EV has announced that it will showcase its complete range of electric vehicles at the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Auto Show, commonly known as the Shenzhen Auto Show. The spotlight will be on two new additions to the YU7 SUV family: the standard YU7 and the YU7 GT.
The standard YU7, launched just ahead of the show, starts at 234,000 yuan (~34,000 USD, ~48,000 AUD, ~30,000 EUR, ~26,000 GBP), which is 20,000 yuan lower than the previous standard YU7. The earlier version has now been rebranded as the YU7 Long Range edition. The YU7 GT, Xiaomi’s entry into the higher-premium segment, debuts with a starting price of 390,000 yuan (~57,000 USD, ~80,000 AUD, ~49,000 EUR, ~43,000 GBP).
Competition and Broader Market Context
Xiaomi’s pricing strategy appears to position the YU7 directly against Tesla’s Model Y, which is available in four variants in China with starting prices from 264,000 yuan (~39,000 USD, ~54,000 AUD, ~33,000 EUR, ~29,000 GBP) to 339,000 yuan (~50,000 USD, ~70,000 AUD, ~43,000 EUR, ~37,000 GBP). Alongside the YU7 series, Xiaomi’s current lineup includes the SU7 sedan and the high-performance SU7 Ultra.
Other major Chinese EV brands will also be present at the show. Nio’s sub-brand Onvo is expected to open pre-sales for its updated L60 electric SUV on the first day, following recent launches of the L80 and L90 SUVs. The main Nio brand will officially launch its ES9 flagship SUV on May 27, with the model set to be displayed at the event. Yangwang, BYD’s luxury division, will also present its latest 2026 models.
Event Details and Scale
The Shenzhen Auto Show will officially begin on May 29 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, with the opening day reserved for media and industry professionals. The show will open to the public from May 30 to June 7.
Organizers expect the exhibition area to reach 300,000 square meters (~3,229,173 square feet), with more than 100 automotive brands displaying over 1,300 models. This makes it one of the largest automotive events in China, following the momentum of the recent Beijing Auto Show.
Why this matters
The 2026 Shenzhen Auto Show highlights the rapid evolution and fierce competition in China’s electric vehicle market. Xiaomi’s aggressive pricing and expansion into the premium segment signal its intent to challenge established players like Tesla and BYD.
With over 100 brands and 1,300 models on display, the event offers a comprehensive look at the latest trends and innovations in the EV sector, making it a key moment for industry watchers and consumers alike.
Key Specs
- Show Dates: May 29 (media day), May 30–June 7 (public)
- Venue: Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center
- Exhibition Area: 300,000 square meters (~3,229,173 square feet)
- Brands Exhibiting: 100+
- Models Displayed: 1,300+
- Xiaomi YU7 Standard Price: 234,000 yuan (~34,000 USD, ~48,000 AUD, ~30,000 EUR, ~26,000 GBP)
- Xiaomi YU7 GT Price: 390,000 yuan (~57,000 USD, ~80,000 AUD, ~49,000 EUR, ~43,000 GBP)
- Tesla Model Y Price Range (China): 264,000 yuan (~39,000 USD, ~54,000 AUD, ~33,000 EUR, ~29,000 GBP) to 339,000 yuan (~50,000 USD, ~70,000 AUD, ~43,000 EUR, ~37,000 GBP)
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