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Long-term Episode 161 · Question 6

What is the "24-Hour Endurance Challenge"? What aspects of vehicle performance does it mainly test?

Official answer

The "24-Hour Endurance Challenge" draws inspiration from the Le Mans 24 Hours race. It involves the vehicle continuously driving at ultra-high speeds and undergoing ultra-fast charging over 24 hours to challenge its maximum achievable driving distance. This is a comprehensive extreme test of the vehicle's overall power, range, charging capability, and heat dissipation.

This is very difficult for pure electric vehicles. First, the range must be sufficient; the longer the single driving distance, the better the final result. Second, charging must be fast enough; completing it within 24 hours with shorter charging times is better. Third, there must be strong and stable power performance, requiring sustained ultra-high-speed driving at 210km/h+. Most importantly, powerful heat dissipation capabilities are needed to ensure the three-electric system does not overheat during continuous fast charging and discharging.

In summary, the "24-Hour Endurance Challenge" is equivalent to running a full marathon at sprinting speeds, serving as a major exam of the vehicle's comprehensive performance. How will the Xiaomi YU7 perform? Stay tuned for the launch event.

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