Xiaomi recruiting in Australia ahead of electric car launch

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 02:02 · Archive

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi is recruiting for Australian positions, indicating a launch of its electric and hybrid vehicles is imminent.

Xiaomi, the world's third-largest smartphone maker, is recruiting for multiple Sydney-based positions including a Senior Legal Counsel (Automotive), signalling a likely launch of its electric and hybrid vehicles in Australia. The company has not officially announced the expansion, but the job advertisements on social media all but confirm it.

Xiaomi launched its first vehicle, the SU7 sports sedan, in China in 2024. This electric sports sedan is positioned as a rival to the Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model 3 Performance. The SU7 Ultra flagship model produces 1,138 kilowatts, with a claimed 0–100 kilometres per hour time of 2.0 seconds and a top speed of 350 kilometres per hour. In China, it is priced at approximately A$113,224, well below the cheapest Taycan but above the Model 3 Performance.

At its investor day in April 2026, Xiaomi confirmed it would begin overseas expansion in the second half of 2027, starting with Europe, before launching in right-hand drive markets—which include Australia—during the first half of 2028. The company is planning to sell sedans, SUVs and people movers locally.

How it is being reported

• Xiaomi cars all but confirmed for AustraliaSmartphone maker Xiaomi is on a recruitment drive in Australia, all but confirming a local launch for its electric and hybrid sedans, SUVs and people movers.Perth Now · 2 Nov, 01:40
• Xiaomi cars all but confirmed for AustraliaSmartphone maker Xiaomi is on a recruitment drive in Australia, all but confirming a local launch for its electric and hybrid sedans, SUVs and people movers.The West Australian · 2 Nov, 01:40

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