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Xiaomi unveiled the interior layout of its latest SUV SkyNomad N90. While the current trend among high-end, family-oriented large SUVs heavily favours a 2-2-2 six-seat configuration to prioritise individual passenger comfort, Xiaomi is introducing the SkyNomad N90 with a 2-2-3 seven-seat layout  Xiaomi SkyNomad N90's 2+2+3 seats layout Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun is highlighting the practical versatility of the seven-seat configuration. He noted that it perfectly accommodates a family of three travelling with both sets of grandparents, or a two-child family accompanied by grandparents and a nanny. Furthermore, Lei Jun emphasised that the 2-2-3 layout, famously utilised in vehicles like the Buick GL8, makes the SkyNomad N90 equally adept at business reception , offering greater utility across diverse usage scenarios.  Positioned as an “intelligent variable large-space SUV,” the SkyNomad N90 is built around the “Living Space” cabin philosophy. The Xiaomi Skynomad N90 is a full-size ...

On July 16, Xiaomi officials disclosed that every SUV in the Skynomad series will feature a 76 kWh ternary NMC pack from CALB and will offer 505 km of electric range under CLTC conditions. Xiaomi said that the lineup of its first extended-range (EREV) Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)  is designed to rely primarily on electricity for daily driving while using a gasoline-powered range extender to ease charging concerns on longer trips.  A side view of the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Xiaomi previously disclosed that the Sky Nomad lineup offers a maximum all-electric range of 380 km under the WLTC cycle , which is considered closer to real-world driving conditions, as well as a minimum charge-depleted fuel consumption of 5.7 L/100 km. The company later confirmed that the maximum range exceeds 500 km under the CLTC cycle, which has a lower average speed and more closely reflects urban commuting conditions in China.  WLTC covers a broader range of conditions, including urban, suburban and...

China’s latest MIIT catalog lists four extended-range electric family models in two sizes , with varying seating, battery, and motor setups. One outdoor-focused edition adds parked-use leisure equipment, while all versions share a 1.5-liter range extender  Xiaomi Sky Nomad N90 Max Camping Edition The first SUV models from Xiaomi's all-new Sky Nomad series have appeared in the latest batch of new vehicle filings from China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).   A total of 4 Sky Nomad models were filed this time — the N90 Max, the N90 Max Camping Edition, the N70, and the N70 Max — all of which are extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs), according to the latest batch of the new vehicle regulatory catalog released by China's MIIT on Friday.  All 4 models are equipped with a 1.5L engine produced by Harbin Dongan Automotive Engine as a range extender , with a displacement of 1,499 ml and a maximum net power of 112 kW.  Xiaomi Sky Nomad N90 Max As ...

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. I...

On the evening of May 21, during the Xiaomi “Human x Car x Home” event, Xiaomi officially unveiled its YU7 GT, marking the smartphone maker's foray into a more premium automotive segment.  The YU7 GT is equipped with Xiaomi's next-generation HyperEngine V8s EVO. Its dual-motor system delivers a combined maximum output of 738 kilowatts , equivalent to 990 horsepower (1003 Ps-1003,4 Cv).  This motor achieves a maximum speed of 28,000 rpm and utilises a self-developed silicon carbide (SiC) power module, increasing power by 5.9%. With ultra-thin 0.15 mm stator and rotor silicon steel sheets, the motor boasts an efficiency of 98.38%.  The YU7 GT can accelerate from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in 2.92 seconds . It has a top speed of 300 km/h and offers a driving range of 705 kilometers.  It is equipped with a 101.7 kWh ternary lithium battery based on a 897V SiC high-voltage platform, capable of adding 570 km of range in 15 minutes of charging. In terms of exterior ...

Xiaomi's electric vehicle unit Xiaomi EV announced Monday that its upcoming high-performance SUV, the YU7 GT, has set a new lap record at Germany's renowned Nürburgring Nordschleife track, clocking a lap time of 7:34.931 Xiaomi's electric vehicle unit Xiaomi EV announced Monday that its upcoming high-performance SUV , the YU7 GT, has set a new lap record at Germany's renowned Nürburgring Nordschleife track.  Driven by Xiaomi's chief test driver Ren Zhoucan , the YU7 GT test vehicle completed the lap in 7 minutes and 34.931 seconds, marking a significant breakthrough for Chinese automotive brands in this arena.  The challenge shattered the historical lap record for production SUVs at the track and made Ren the first Chinese professional driver to receive an official Nürburgring lap certification.  The 7:34.931 result surpassed the previous Nürburgring SUV production record set by the Audi RS Q8 performance , which recorded a lap time of 7:36.698 in 2024. The Porsche...

The company announced on May 2, 2026 that locked-in orders for the new-generation SU7 electric sedan have surpassed 70,000 units in China. The Beijing-based tech giant officially launched the model on March 19 , meaning the order tally reached this milestone in about six weeks . The 70,000-unit figure refers to firm, confirmed orders — not soft pre-orders — and marks a steady progression since deliveries began. Xiaomi also confirmed that first-sale period purchase benefits will expire at midnight on May 5 , and orders that complete the deposit payment before then will be eligible for the exclusive launch perks, in an apparent push to get prospective buyers to place orders sooner. The launch-period benefits for the new SU7 Standard and Pro versions are valued at 44,000 yuan ($6,440), including features such as a front passenger zero-gravity seat and a powered frunk. The Max version's launch-period benefits are valued at 69,000 yuan ($10,105), including premium configurations su...

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology ( MIIT ) has confirmed full specifications for the high-performance variant of the company's best-selling EV SUV, ahead of an expected 2026 launch in the Chinese market at Auto China 2026 in Beijing in April. Reports also suggest the new YU7 GT may become Xiaomi's first model sold in Europe  Xiaomi YU7 GT China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has confirmed full specifications for the Xiaomi YU7 GT, a high-performance variant of the company's best-selling electric SUV, ahead of an expected 2026 launch in the Chinese market.  The vehicle’s general info was first exposed by the regulatory filing last month. A second MIIT filing published on March 19, 2026 confirmed the YU7 GT's battery and range details , building on an initial regulatory submission from February 6.  Together, the filings place the YU7 GT among the highest-output electric SUVs submitted for homologation in China to da...

The EV Suv surged from third place in December to the top spot with 37,869 units , becoming the best-selling NEV and vehicle in the first month of the year  Xiaomi YU7 The Xiaomi YU7 electric Suv has claimed the title of China’s best-selling passenger vehicle in January 2026, according to data cited by Xiaomi Group executives. Xu Jieyun, Special Assistant to the Chairman of Xiaomi Group and Deputy General Manager of the Strategic Marketing Department, shared the news on February 12th, stating: “In January, YU7 was the sales champion. Thank you for your support.”  According to the national passenger vehicle retail sales ranking released by Autohome , the Xiaomi YU7 surged from third place in December to the top spot with 37,869 units, making it the domestic passenger vehicle retail sales champion for the month. The Geely Boyue L followed closely in second place with 34,176 units sold, outperforming the third-place Geely Geome Xingyuan by nearly 5,200 units. The Xingyuan se...

Founder, Chairman and CEO Lei Jun posted a milestone update on February 11. "We calculated the data," he wrote. " From the first delivery in April 2024 to February 2026 , the first-generation SU7 electric sedan delivered over 381,000 units in under two years."  First-generation Xiaomi SU7 Xiaomi has stopped production of the first-generation SU7 as the company prepares to launch an updated version of the electric sedan in two months. The final first-generation Xiaomi SU7 has rolled off the production line and is en route for delivery to its owner, Xiaomi founder, chairman, and CEO Lei Jun said during a live video broadcast on Tuesday. The Xiaomi founder later clarified that cumulative deliveries of the first-generation SU7 have exceeded 381,000 units.  Launched on March 28, 2024 , the SU7 is Xiaomi's first electric vehicle model and began deliveries in April 2024. The model, positioned as a competitor to Tesla Model 3 , enabled Xiaomi to achieve rapid succes...

The Chinese EV maker has officially filed a new variant for its Sport utility with a powertrain total power output of 738 kW (1.003 Cv) surpassing the 508 kW (691 Cv) of the YU7's most powerful variant  Xiaomi YU7 GT Xiaomi YU7’s performance variant, the YU7 GT, has officially appeared in China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) declaration filings today. Positioned as a high-performance version of the YU7, the model boasts a wide-body sports kit and a dual-motor powertrain delivering over 1,000 Cv.  Visually, the front fascia features a newly designed bumper, complemented by wider front fenders that give the car a more muscular stance. Performance cues include a large rear diffuser and a prominent red “GT” badge adorning the tail. Further details reveal red brake calipers, hinting at the potential inclusion of carbon-ceramic brake discs. The vehicle will ride on 21-inch wheels.  Rear of Xiaomi YU7 GT The high-performance model YU7 GT measures 50...

Contrary to the expected development trend, the market sales of the SU7 Ultra, launched on February 27, 2025, showed a pattern of starting high and then declining.   From March to August, monthly sales consistently ranged between 2,000 and 3,000 units and finally settling at under 45 units by last month   Sales of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, a high-performance variant of the SU7 electric sedan, plummeted to just 45 units in December 2025. This marks a sharp contrast to its peak performance in March, when 3,101 units were sold. In the initial launch period , the SU7 Ultra achieved the result of over 6,900 non-refundable orders within 10 minutes of sales opening, reaching the annual sales target of 10,000 units within 2 hours.  From March to August, monthly sales consistently ranged between 2,000 and 3,000 units. However, a steep decline began in September , with only 488 units sold, further dropping to 130 in October, falling below 100 in November, and finally settlin...

Xiaomi EV, the electric vehicle division of Xiaomi, has commenced pre-sales for its updated SU7 electric sedan, introducing upgrades across performance, safety, and technology domains . Priced higher, offers up to 902 km CLTC range, making it one of the longest-range EVs in China. The new model will officially launch in April 2026.  Xiaomi EV, the electric vehicle division of Xiaomi, has commenced pre-sales for its updated SU7 electric sedan and officially opened for pre-sale today . The refreshed SU7 lineup brings improvements in multiple areas. The exterior and interior details have been refined, advanced driving assistance hardware optimized, and safety features enhanced – notably with the addition of a dedicated backup power system for door locks across all models. The vehicles also feature new motors, faster charging capabilities , improved range, and upgraded suspension systems.  The refreshed SU7 features subtle exterior upgrades, including an optimized front grille d...