Xiaomi SU7 Ultra returns to the Nürburgring wearing a huge rear wing
After losing its Nürburgring record to Porsche, Xiaomi has taken new SU7 Ultra prototypes fitted with an upgraded aerodynamic package to the track.
The SU7 Ultra, a three-motor, 1,548-horsepower sedan from Chinese tech giant Xiaomi, held the Nürburgring lap record for electric executive sedans for a time. This year, however, the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Manthey took that title away. It appears Xiaomi is determined to win the record back.
Two new SU7 Ultra prototypes spotted at the Nürburgring stand out for their extensive aerodynamic updates. The road version increasingly resembles the original, record-breaking SU7 Ultra Prototype.
Heavy aero front and rear
Up front, the bumper has been completely redesigned, adding a large splitter and aerodynamic skirts on either side. New air-extraction louvers above the front fenders and wide side sills also stand out. In some shots, the massive carbon-ceramic brake discs can be seen glowing red.
The biggest change, however, is at the rear. A double-deck rear wing with swan-neck mounts, close in size to the one on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, draws the eye. The wing is thought to possibly feature an active drag reduction system (DRS), just like the Porsche. A new diffuser, likely made of carbon fiber, will work together with the wing to press the rear wheels into the ground.
The increased downforce is expected to bring changes to the suspension as well. It is not yet clear whether Xiaomi will also boost power as part of the package.
This article was compiled with the help of AI from information published by Carscoops.
