Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo Joins Gran Turismo 7 in October 2026 Update
Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Polyphony Digital are expanding Gran Turismo 7 in October 2026 with the addition of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo concept vehicle and a dedicated electric vehicle driving experience. Kazunori Yamauchi, series producer, and Jean-Arthur Madelaine, head of design at Xiaomi Auto’s European research and development center, announced the upcoming release during the third round of the Gran Turismo World Series in Singapore on October 3, 2026, as reported by outlets including Gran Turismo and FeedIT.cz.
Singapore Exhibition Unveils Spec IV Content Update
The October software release, designated as the Spec IV update, introduces the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo alongside a new racing track and six additional vehicles, according to INDIAN and Gamebot.cz. The vehicle addition marks Xiaomi’s formal entry into the game as the thirty-sixth brand—and the first technology company—to join the Vision Gran Turismo project. The concept car features an aerodynamic shape inspired by wind dynamics, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.29 and an aerodynamic efficiency value of 4.1 through active airflow management systems, as detailed by FeedIT.cz.
Electric Vehicle Driving Experience Debuts for Players
Alongside the car addition, Polyphony Digital and Xiaomi Auto are launching the first electric vehicle driving experience in the history of the franchise. This new gameplay mode provides specialized training and driving challenges focused on the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo. According to FeedIT.cz, players will be able to test the unique braking, acceleration, and handling characteristics of these high-performance electric vehicles on virtual configurations of circuits such as the Nürburgring, Le Mans, and Suzuka. The physical concept of the car previously appeared at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in March 2026 and at Auto China in Beijing, following the initial collaboration announcement made in July 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo become available in Gran Turismo 7?
The vehicle arrives in October 2026 as part of the major Spec IV content update for Gran Turismo 7, as announced during the Gran Turismo World Series event in Singapore.
What makes up the new electric vehicle driving experience?
The new mode offers specialized driving challenges and training exercises featuring both the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra and the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, allowing players to experience electric vehicle acceleration and handling on circuits like Nürburgring, Le Mans, and Suzuka.
Which company designed the vehicle for the game?
The vehicle was designed by Xiaomi Auto, with development contributions from its European research and development center and presentation details shared by head of design Jean-Arthur Madelaine and series producer Kazunori Yamauchi.
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