September 7 marked the official launch of Xiaomi Auto’s all-new SkyNomad (澎程) series range-extended SUVs, consisting of three models: SkyNomad N70 Pro, N70 Max and N90 Max. Pricing is set at RMB 209,900 for the N70 Pro, RMB 239,900 for the N70 Max, and RMB 269,900 for the flagship N90 Max respectively.
Industry insiders reveal that a base standard edition may be rolled out in the future, with its price tag expected to fall below RMB 200,000.
## Exterior Design: Unified Family Styling with Customizable Panels & Camper-Focused Optional Trim
First up are the N90 Max and N70 Max, which share nearly identical exterior design language. Both adopt a closed-off front grille paired with Xiaomi’s signature cross-shaped headlight clusters and dragonfly wing-shaped daytime running lights. Headlight assemblies blend seamlessly with the grille to form an integrated front fascia embossed with the “SkyNomad” lettering. Four personalized decorative panels are available: silver brushed, rust grey brushed, gold brushed and hollow blackened finishes.
The front bumper draws design inspiration from the SU7 and YU7 sedans, fitted with a large trapezoidal central cooling air intake flanked by triangular ventilation cutouts. Three body paint options are offered: Mountain Green, Volcano Grey and Butterfly Valley Blue. Notably, the N90 Max will later introduce a Studio Edition factory roof tent variant tailored for outdoor camping and off-grid travel scenarios.
In side profile, the N90 Max and N70 Max feature a short front overhang and long rear overhang layout, with prominently flared front and rear fenders. Floating side mirrors and semi-concealed door handles further streamline the silhouette.
At the rear, a full-width ring-shaped light strip runs across the tailgate, with vertical light segments extending downward on both sides to echo the front lighting signature. The “SKYNOMAD” badge sits centrally on the tailgate. The rear bumper adopts a two-tone layered spliced structure to amplify rugged SUV aesthetics, with slim red reflective inserts on each side that visually widen and stabilize the rear stance.
## Body Dimensions
- **SkyNomad N90 Max**: Flagship large 7-seat range-extended SUV
Dimensions: 5,285mm × 1,998mm × 1,825mm, wheelbase 3,080mm
- **SkyNomad N70 Max**: Mid-large all-wheel-drive range-extended SUV with large 5-seat layout
Dimensions: 4,960mm × 1,998mm × 1,765mm, wheelbase 3,080mm
## Interior & Cabin Layout: Minimalist HyperOS Cockpit, Core Differentiators Between Two Max Trims
The cabin represents the core highlight of the entire SkyNomad lineup and the biggest dividing line between the N90 Max and N70 Max. Both retain Xiaomi’s minimalist interior design philosophy, equipped with an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, 20-inch AR-HUD head-up display and 16.1-inch floating central touchscreen. The entire cockpit runs on HyperOS, powered by Qualcomm 8650 automotive chip.
### Key Interior Differences
1. **Rear Control Configuration**
The N90 Max comes standard with a detachable 6.88-inch touch control screen mounted behind the second-row armrest, allowing independent adjustment of seat position, ventilation, massage and cabin temperature with dedicated rear passenger controls.
The same position on the N70 Max houses a magnetic tissue box base; all rear functions can only be operated via the central main screen or voice assistant.
2. **Optional Ceiling Entertainment Screen**
Both trims support an optional 21.4-inch 3K overhead entertainment display with identical hardware specifications, yet serving distinct usage cases:
- N70 Max: Primarily for in-car leisure and media playback during camping or roadside rest stops
- N90 Max: Designed to serve second and third-row passengers across its seven-seat layout, enabling six-screen vehicle-wide linkage to deliver a mobile home theater experience.
### Seat Layout & Comfort Features (Defining Positioning Gap)
- **SkyNomad N70 Max (5-seat)**: 2+3 integrated fixed rear bench. Zero-gravity seats are only available for the front row, while rear seats are fitted solely with heating, without ventilation or massage functions. Removing the third row unlocks a fully flat oversized cargo hold; folded seats convert the cabin into a full-length sleeping platform, ideal for families prioritizing cargo capacity and road trips.
- **SkyNomad N90 Max (7-seat flagship)**: Premium aviation-grade independent 2+2+3 three-row cabin. Front seats can rotate 180 degrees to support face-to-face seating, mobile office, rest and full bed modes. The two individual second-row aviation seats slide along a 900mm ultra-long shared rail system. Up to four zero-gravity seats can be selected for front and second rows; second-row seats feature built-in ventilation, heating and 16-point electric massage. The third row also receives standard electric adjustment and seat heating. Additional premium amenities include three-zone independent climate control, electric privacy curtains for the second and third rows, soft-close electric four doors, and a 25-speaker Star Chord panoramic surround sound system.
## Powertrain & Range Figures
### N70 Max & N90 Max Dual-Motor AWD System
Both Max variants deploy a 1.5T range extender paired with dual electric motors. The 1.5T range extender is jointly customized by Xiaomi Auto and Dong’an Power, churning out a peak output of 112kW. The dual front/rear motors deliver maximum power of 210kW and 100kW respectively. A 76kWh battery pack is fitted across both models:
- N70 Max: CLTC pure electric range of 505km, 45L fuel tank, combined full-fuel full-charge range of 1,461km, WLTC fuel consumption of 6.1L per 100km under charge-depleting conditions
- N90 Max: CLTC pure electric range of 464km, 60L fuel tank, total combined range of 1,705km, WLTC depleted fuel consumption of 6.26L/100km
### Entry-Level SkyNomad N70 Pro
The entry N70 Pro carries identical exterior styling and body dimensions as the N70 Max, with differentiation concentrated on powertrain hardware: it adopts a single 210kW electric motor, matched with a smaller 52kWh battery pack. Its CLTC pure electric range stands at 351km, with an overall combined range of 1,351km and WLTC depleted fuel consumption of 5.7L/100km. Suspension setup consists of double wishbone front suspension plus multi-link independent rear suspension.
## Market Significance & Competitive Outlook
The launch of the SkyNomad range-extended SUV lineup marks a major strategic shift for Xiaomi Auto. The brand has recently faced headwinds, with slowing market momentum for its SU7 sedan and YU7 pure electric SUV models, making the SkyNomad series critical to Xiaomi Auto’s full-year sales targets.
The crowded large family SUV segment is fiercely contested, with established rivals including Li Auto and AITO posing intense competitive pressure. Nevertheless, armed with mature self-developed new energy technology, a fully reconfigurable multi-scenario intelligent cabin and a complete tiered product portfolio, Xiaomi Auto is carving out an untapped niche in the market. Whether the SkyNomad SUV range can deliver on its market potential remains to be seen, and all eyes are on its subsequent market performance.