DeepMotion
2021
$77M
Why
Autonomous-driving technology company acquired to support Xiaomi's EV program.
Xiaomi Corp.
Consumer ElectronicsFounded 2010- HQ today: Beijing, China
Reviewed by Swet Parvadiya
Company data updated: October 2026
Acquisitions
Xiaomi Acquisitions
1
Major Deals Covered
$77M
Disclosed Deal Value
What are Xiaomi's biggest acquisitions?
Xiaomi's largest disclosed acquisition here is DeepMotion for $77M in 2021. This page covers 1 major deal, each with its price where disclosed and the reason behind it.
- Major deals covered
- 1
- Largest deal
- DeepMotion ($77M)
- First deal
- 2021
- Most recent
- 2021
| Company | Year | Price | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeepMotion | 2021 | $77.0M | Autonomous-driving technology company acquired to support Xiaomi's EV program. |
Xiaomi Corp.'s Growth & Acquisition Strategy
Xiaomi's stated strategy is the Human x Car x Home ecosystem: sell more premium smartphones, add large appliances and other IoT categories, scale the car lineup, and invest in its own AI models and chips, such as the MiMo models and the XRING O1 processor.
How Xiaomi Corp. Makes Money
Xiaomi sells hardware at relatively thin margins and earns higher margins from internet services delivered through its installed base of devices, including advertising, app distribution and games. Smartphones were the largest single product line in FY2025 at ~$25.9B (RMB186.4B) of revenue. IoT products extend the ecosystem into homes, and many of them are made by ecosystem partner companies Xiaomi has invested in. Since 2024 the company also sells electric vehicles it builds in Beijing. HyperOS is the software layer connecting phones, home devices and cars.
Xiaomi Acquisitions FAQ
Why did Xiaomi acquire Deepmotion in 2021?
In August 2021, Xiaomi acquired autonomous driving startup Deepmotion for $77.37 million to gain deep algorithmic expertise in high-definition mapping, localization, and vision perception for its electric vehicle project.
What was the acquisition of Zimi (ZMI) in 2021?
Xiaomi acquired the remaining 50% equity stake in its ecosystem company Zimi for $205 million, bringing mobile power bank development, charging technology, and battery engineering completely in-house.
What is Xiaomi's unique 'Ecosystem Investment' model instead of traditional M&A?
Rather than executing hostile or full corporate buyouts, Xiaomi typically acquires non-controlling minority stakes (20%–40%) in hardware startups, providing brand power, supply chain purchasing, and retail shelf space while keeping founders motivated.
What prominent global companies were born from Xiaomi's ecosystem?
Prominent ecosystem champions include robotic vacuum leader Roborock, smart wearable maker Huami (Zepp Health), electric scooter titan Ninebot (which acquired Segway), and smart lighting firm Yeelight.
How does Xiaomi invest in semiconductor and automotive supply chains?
Through its Hubei Xiaomi Changjiang Industrial Investment Fund, Xiaomi invested in over 100 domestic chipmakers, battery manufacturers, LIDAR developers, and automotive software firms to secure its supply chain.
Did Xiaomi acquire Duokan in its early years?
In 2012, Xiaomi acquired digital e-reader and media software developer Duokan, integrating founder Wang Chuan into Xiaomi's core executive leadership and building early digital book and TV services.
How does Xiaomi protect its corporate culture through minority investments?
By taking minority stakes rather than absorbing companies into corporate bureaucracy, Xiaomi maintains nimble startup speed and allows incubated partners to pursue independent public listings.
What are Xiaomi's future M&A and investment priorities?
Xiaomi directs investment capital toward autonomous driving foundation models, automotive silicon, solid-state battery technology, and humanoid robotics (CyberOne).
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