Xiaomi announced at IFA Berlin that it plans to start selling automobiles in Germany and other European countries starting in 2027. To realize this initiative, the Chinese company's automotive division has established memorandums of understanding with eight important German dealership groups, marking the first practical step toward establishing a sales and after-sales support structure outside of China.
Among the partners are LUEG, which was the first authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer in Germany, and Emil Frey, recognized as one of the largest vehicle distributors on the European continent. It is important to note that these memorandums of understanding only formalize the intention to negotiate and do not have contractual validity.
Yu Liguo, Vice President of Xiaomi Auto and responsible for international management, emphasized that local collaborations constitute the central pillar of the company's strategy in Europe. He assured the company's commitment to long-term financial investments in the region, mentioning the research and development center located in Munich as a base to adapt products to local consumer preferences. Xiaomi also declared its intention to seek new partners in other European countries before the official launch.
This expansion is based on notable initial performance. Since the first deliveries of the SU7 model in March 2024, Xiaomi has already accounted for over 700,000 vehicles sold in mainland China. The SU7 family surpassed the half-million unit mark in a period of 28.5 months, while the YU7 SUV reached more than 240,000 confirmed orders in just 18 hours of pre-sale. Furthermore, the Skynomad line was presented in July and had its official launch on the 7th.
Regarding the Brazilian market, there have been no official communications. In 2025, Lei Jun, Xiaomi's founder, indicated that the company would only consider selling vehicles outside of China from 2027 onwards, prioritizing domestic demand and the production capacity of the Beijing factory. Although an Autoesporte report mentioned the brand having conversations with at least three Brazilian importers that year, there have been no formal developments. In this context, Brazil already receives brands such as BYD, GWM, GAC, Changan, Zeekr, and Jetour, all with their own networks, which would place Xiaomi in a late arrival position.



