As part of its ongoing commitment to innovation, Xiaomi has initiated the development of the second phase of its car manufacturing facility, with a team of dedicated employees working tirelessly around the clock to ensure a swift and seamless completion.
Development of the primary section of the Xiaomi manufacturing facility commenced in April 2022, occupying a space of approximately 720,000 square feet. The new office building, standing at 10 meters high, was successfully completed in June 2023.
The secondary section of the manufacturing facility adjoins the primary one, occupying a compact area of approximately 531,000 square feet. meters. Acquired for approximately $120 million in a deal valued at around ¥842 million, Xiaomi Jingxi Knowledge Co., Ltd. emerged as the successful bidder.
Groundbreaking work has commenced on the second phase, following the successful acquisition of the plot, which allegedly triggered the start of development just days later. As social media narratives suggest, the plant’s growth appears to unfold without pause, persisting even through nocturnal hours on weekends.
It is likely safe to conclude that completion will occur within a year. According to the plans, the plot will accommodate approximately 391,500 square feet. Meters of building space above ground level total 8,503.33 square. meters underground. The maximum height of the structure is 15.95 metres, with approximately 15 per cent of the site allocated for green spaces. With ample parking available for a staggering 1,009 vehicles.
The second phase of the manufacturing facility is likely to play a crucial role in accelerating production of Xiaomi’s upcoming MX11 SUV model. The new model aims to accelerate delivery speeds and clear the path for innovative offerings like the SUV and Xiaomi’s third electric vehicle model, rumored to be an affordable range-extender variant.
The brand-new manufacturing facility will likely also adopt advanced production techniques such as massive die-casting to reduce costs and accelerate production times. Xiaomi has successfully implemented these technologies at its inaugural manufacturing facility.
In July, Xiaomi secured its 17th new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer’s license, further solidifying its presence in the industry. Prior to this venture, Xiaomi leveraged a licensing agreement with BAIC to manufacture and supply vehicles.
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