▶️ A few days before the start of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona, spy photographers captured an unusual, low-profile car in their shots. This is not just another city car. We believe it is the Xiaomi Vision GT, a high-performance concept designed for the virtual racetracks of the Gran Turismo video game series.

▶️ The new concept car from Xiaomi features an incredibly low and very wide body, as well as a massive carbon rear spoiler. The wheels are hard to miss because they have "Xiaomi" written directly on them. The design is entirely focused on aerodynamics — the car's shape allows it to cut through the air with minimal resistance.

▶️ The project is part of a special partnership with Sony PlayStation. The Vision Gran Turismo program allows automotive brands to create "dream cars" that do not have to comply with real-world cost or safety regulations. It gives designers the freedom to bring to life the idea of a perfect racing machine. By placing its car in the Gran Turismo game, Xiaomi can reach millions of young drivers around the world. This is a smart way to show that Chinese electric cars can be just as exciting and fast as well-known European brands.

▶️ Xiaomi already has a history connected to the world of racing games. In June 2025, the company's founder, Lei Jun, announced the addition of the SU7 Ultra to Gran Turismo 7. This was a significant event, as it was the first time a Chinese car appeared in the famous racing series. A month later, Xiaomi officially registered the name "Xiaomi Vision GT." Seeing the car in person in Spain confirms that the wait for this virtual racing car is almost over.

▶️ To understand why this concept is important, you need to look at what Xiaomi has already achieved on real tracks. The company has proven that its electric cars are not just for show. In June 2025, Vincent Radermecker took a production version of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra to the Nürburgring track in Germany and completed a full lap in 7 minutes and 4.957 seconds. This time made it the fastest production electric car ever to lap the track. Earlier, a prototype had shown an even better result — 6 minutes and 46.874 seconds.

▶️ The technical specifications of the real SU7 Ultra are impressive. The car develops 1548 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.98 seconds — faster than many supercars costing several million dollars. If you wanted to buy such a car in February 2025, its price started at 529,900 yuan — about 65,960 euros.

▶️ The upcoming MWC exhibition in Barcelona will take place from March 2 to 5. It is there that Xiaomi will likely first present the Vision GT concept car, and the venue for the presentation will be the Fira Gran Via exhibition center. You may not be able to take this new wide-body monster for a spin on public roads, but very soon you will have the opportunity to "drive" it on your game console.

▶️ Some may find it strange that a car exists only in a video game, but for Xiaomi, this is a serious step. It shows that they have the imagination to compete with the best in the industry. The spy shots from Spain suggest that the car is ready for its close-up. As electric vehicles continue to capture the market, branding plays a crucial role. Being the coolest car in teenagers' favorite game is a great way to ensure that people remember the name Xiaomi when they grow up and start buying a car.

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