Xiaomi unveils upcoming Sky Nomad’s first model, a large extended-range SUV

Xiaomi's electric vehicle (EV) unit Xiaomi EV confirmed on Thursday that Sky Nomad is its second product series rather than the standalone sub-brand rumored earlier, and revealed the exterior and interior space of the lineup's first model for the first time. Xiaomi confirmed that SkyNomad will become its second vehicle lineup after the SU7 and YU7 

A side view of the first model in Xiaomi's Sky Nomad series

Lei Jun, Xiaomi's founder, chairman and CEO, said that the SU7/YU7 series is a "driver's car," while the Sky Nomad lineup is an "intelligent, transformable large-space SUV." "These are two different answers Xiaomi has delivered to different user needs over its more than five years of carmaking," Lei said. 

The new SUV adopts a boxier, more upright silhouette than Xiaomi’s existing models. A flat roofline stretches toward the rear, reinforcing its utility-focused design. The front fascia differs noticeably from the SU7 and YU7. It features cross-shaped headlamps, Xiaomi branding on the hood, and the dedicated SkyNomad logo. A roof-mounted LiDAR unit signals support for advanced driver-assistance functions. The side profile uses clean body lines, paired with semi-hidden door handles and multi-spoke wheels. 

Xiaomi on Friday shared the first complete HD exterior images of the debut model in its Sky Nomad lineup, revealing that the SUV is named the N90. Previous reports suggest the SUV will support a factory roof-mounted tent, further strengthening its positioning for camping and long-distance outdoor travel. Lei said the lineup was honed over three and a half years, with the goal of creating a "living space." The interior space should not be fixed, but should change freely with users' needs. When parked, the SUV can be turned into "a studio for one, a café for two, a reception room for three, or a playground for the whole family," according to Lei. 

To achieve this, Xiaomi began building an all-new platform architecture from the ground up in early 2023 — the Xiaomi Kunlun architecture. Inside, information shown by Xiaomi in animated form indicates that the SUV's first-row seats can rotate, and a floor-standing small table can be set down between the front two rows, creating a "living room"-style layout. 

The front-row center armrest can slide backward and, with a tabletop accessory inserted into the cup holder, can form a "bar counter." With all three rows of seats in use, the vehicle can still hold at least seven pieces of luggage, though Xiaomi Sky Nomad did not disclose the specific dimensions of the luggage. In SUV form, the vehicle's completely flat floor and long-rail design give it the ability to switch its interior space intelligently, according to Lei. 

The Xiaomi CEO said that doing this well requires having "AI technology + a smart ecosystem + intelligent manufacturing capabilities" at the same time, and Xiaomi possesses all three. The Xiaomi CEO He said the Sky Nomad lineup will be launched soon, but did not disclose a specific date. 

Lei also noted that supply in China's auto market has become quite ample in recent years, with "a refrigerator, a color TV and a big sofa" and "big six- and seven-seaters" now common configurations. But more and more owners care about whether they feel comfortable inside the car, which is no longer just a driving vehicle but a mobile "Nth space," he said. 

The model will become Xiaomi’s largest vehicle to date, with an expected length of 5.3 m and a wheelbase of 3.1 m. Its flexible interior also hints at two potential layouts, a 2+3 five-seater and a 2+3+2 seven-seater. 

As for its powertrain, the SUV will feature a 1.5-litre turbocharged range extender in the front. It’s expected to offer dual-motor AWD, in line with its outdoor theme. A 70+ kWh pack from Sunwoda and CALB will provide 400-500 km of EV range, with total range exceeding 1,500 km. 

A list of access changes released by China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on June 10 showed that Xiaomi EV has been approved to produce extended-range electric passenger vehicles at its Beijing plant. Before this, the company had produced only battery electric vehicle (BEV) models. 

The new series is a key part of Xiaomi's 2026 expansion plans. The company has set its full-year delivery target for 2026 at 550,000 units, up about 34% from roughly 410,000 units in 2025.