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Apple rival Xiaomi, the world's third-largest smartphone maker, launched its first car earlier this year in China. The SU7 starts at less than $30,000 and has proved popular, with the 2024 production run selling out in days. Is the SU7 worth the hype? Business Insider takes a closer look at the EV, which is only available in China.