Audi Owner Keeps Promise, Trades In for Xiaomi SU7—Lei Jun’s Weibo Post Sparks Buzz

On March 25, a netizen from Anhui Province, @ShanShouKaiJiLi ("Driving Geely with One Hand"), commented under Lei Jun’s Weibo post: if Lei replied with his signature phrase, “Always believe that something wonderful is about to happen,” he would switch his current car to the Xiaomi SU7. Lei Jun quickly responded with the phrase and liked the comment. True to his word, the user soon shared a screenshot of his Xiaomi SU7 order confirmation. The order shows he selected the Chixia Red exterior color, 19-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, long-range tires, and Twilight Red interior trim, with an estimated delivery time of 7–10 weeks. Lei Jun replied, “Thank you for your support.” This exchange highlighted mutual sincerity and approachability, further fueling public enthusiasm for the Xiaomi SU7. Priced between RMB 219,900 and RMB 303,900, the SU7 received over 15,000 pre-orders within just 34 minutes of its launch. To date, total pre-orders have reached 30,000 units, with Indigo Stone Green emerging as the most popular color choice.