The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra setting the Shanghai International Circuit lap record was in pure factory condition, with only a full roll cage added.

✓ Long-term Episode 107 · Question 2 2025-02-14

What was the condition of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra that set the fastest production car lap record at Shanghai International Circuit? Was it modified?

Official answer

The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra that completed the lap record was in pure factory condition with official original configurations. To ensure the safety of the driver during consecutive laps, we also installed an 80kg full roll cage inside the vehicle. The overall state of the vehicle has been officially certified by the Shanghai International Circuit as a production car.

Supplementary note

Additional context for the official answer

Roll Cage Explanation

Term explained

A metal safety frame meeting racing standards for driver protection during extreme track use; it is a track safety add-on, not standard equipment.

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