A tsunami is currently sweeping through the world of electromobility, and its origins lie—once again—in China. Technology giant Xiaomi today created a historic moment that is causing a stir around the world: 200,000 pre-orders for the new Xiaomi electric car within just three minutes . This is not a typo, but an official figure released by the company itself. Xiaomi thus shatters all previous records in the electric vehicle sector—and even leaves Tesla in dire straits for explanation.

The mastermind behind this offensive is Lei Jun , who, as CEO of Xiaomi, not only revolutionized the smartphone market but now also wants to turn the entire automotive sector upside down. Insiders report that Lei Jun is pursuing an aggressive master plan so radical that it directly targets Tesla and other Western automakers. Several sources close to the management claim that the Xiaomi boss is internally talking about nothing less than “destroying the old electric car order.”

The so-called Xiaomi SU7 , the first production model in the new Xiaomi car line, is already being dubbed the “Tesla killer.” Why? Because it’s coming to market at a price that even experts are stunned to believe. While a Tesla Model 3 still costs around $32,000 in China, Xiaomi plans to sell the base version of the SU7 for under $22,000 —with comparable performance data. The SU7 offers a range of up to 700 kilometers, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3.9 seconds, and features a fully connected operating system that communicates directly with Xiaomi smartphones and smart home products.

News of the 200,000 pre-orders spread like wildfire on Chinese social media platforms like Weibo and WeChat, but the topic is now exploding globally. Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook groups are already discussing whether this is the beginning of a completely new era in the automotive sector. Some users are even wondering if Tesla CEO Elon Musk is already holding crisis talks behind closed doors. Because what Xiaomi is building here is more than just a car: It’s an ecosystem assault.

According to insiders, the SU7 is just the beginning. Xiaomi plans to release at least three more models in the next two years—including an SUV and a compact model tailored to the European market. Sources report that Xiaomi is filing patents worldwide for battery technology, autonomous driving, and even charging infrastructure. The company doesn’t just want to sell a car—it wants to redefine the entire driving experience and bring it under control.

The Chinese government is also said to support the project, as Xiaomi serves as a national flagship for technological superiority. Experts fear that Western manufacturers will have little chance if Xiaomi continues to pursue its pricing policy while simultaneously offering unique technological advantages. Tesla itself has not yet made an official statement on the developments, but according to several industry portals, the pressure on Elon Musk is growing by the day.

The coming months could completely shake up the global auto market. One thing is certain: What Xiaomi is unleashing here is more than just a new car—it’s a declaration of war on the entire established electric car industry.