Xiaomi will start selling its YU7 electric vehicle, in July, founder and CEO Lei Jun said on Thursday, disclosing the launch date of an SUV analysts say will be the strongest rival in China to Tesla's best-selling Model Y.

Xiaomi’s new YU7 SUV boasts a 1.1-meter panoramic display, 866 Nm torque, and the largest aluminum hood in production. The Xiaomi YU7 makes a bold first impression with its low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette and striking emerald green finish.