Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Vehicle Profile: 464km EV Range & 1705km Total in an MPV-Style SUV
1. Conclusion: Three Highlights & Three Caveats
- Highlight 1: Class-leading "MPV-in-an-SUV" space — The Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 brings MPV-level capabilities into an SUV: a 3,080 mm long wheelbase, a flat floor, front seats that rotate 180°, and shared slide rails for the first and second rows, with flexible 5- or 7-seat layouts. When parked, the front seats turn around to form a "face-to-face lounge" with the rear — turning into a mobile office, café, or camper. It offers the most versatile cabin of any SUV in its price class.
- Highlight 2: The longest total range among EREVs — A 76 kWh battery plus a 60 L fuel tank deliver 464 km of CLTC EV range and a combined 1,705 km total — the longest total range of any current range-extended EV. Use electricity for daily commuting and fuel for occasional long trips, with the ability to take 92-octane petrol, so range anxiety basically disappears.
- Highlight 3: Tech ecosystem & smart-driving downshift — Built on Xiaomi's Kunlun architecture, the N90 comes standard with LiDAR and Xiaomi HAD high-level ADAS (city navigation), plus a HyperOS multi-screen cockpit, Super XiaoAI voice, 220V in-car power, and 6.6 kW vehicle-to-load output. Xiaomi's smart and camping ecosystem is brought directly onto a large SUV.
- Caveat 1: No rear-wheel steering; a larger turning circle — To give room to interior space, the N90 skips rear-wheel steering, resulting in a 5.95 m turning radius. Although comparable to the Zeekr 9X, rivals like the BYD Datang (5.2 m) and XPeng GX (5.4 m) come standard with rear-wheel steering, so it loses agility in tight city streets and parking.
- Caveat 2: Interior materials a step back from SU7/YU7 — To prioritize space practicality and its "great value" positioning, the N90 drops the wraparound cockpit, uses a smaller instrument panel, and highlights 95% wide-area soft-touch trim rather than Nappa leather. The cabin's premium feel is below that of the earlier SU7 and YU7.
- Caveat 3: 400V platform means unexceptional charging speed — The whole range uses a 400V platform with a peak fast-charge power of 350 kW and 20%-80% charging in about 20 minutes. Compared with 800V rivals, replenishment speed is not top-tier, which affects users who depend heavily on public fast chargers.
2. Model Overview: Market Position & Credibility
The Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 is the first model from Xiaomi Auto's new sub-brand "SkyNomad" (Xiaomi Pengcheng in China), positioned as an "intelligent, transformable large-space SUV." Xiaomi Auto launched its first car, the SU7, in March 2024, sold over 410,000 units in 2025, and targets 550,000 deliveries in 2026. The Pengcheng series is Xiaomi's second product line after SU7 and YU7, and its first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV).
The N90's name and official images were revealed on July 10, 2026, with pre-orders opening at the technical event on July 30, 2026, ahead of a full launch expected in September 2026. It is built on the all-new Xiaomi Kunlun platform architecture, with the core idea of "making an SUV with MPV experience" — retaining an SUV's ruggedness and imposing look while delivering near-MPV interior space, with double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension plus air springs and CDC variable damping.
In market positioning, the N90 targets the heart of the large EREV SUV segment alongside the Li Auto L9 and AITO M9, but enters at a lower price, differentiating on "spacious, flexible space + ultra-long range + Xiaomi ecosystem." It puts many features previously found only in MPVs (rotating seats, flat floor, slide rails) into an SUV for the first time, aiming to draw users away from the MPV segment.
In design, the N90 is a boxy full-size SUV measuring 5,285 mm long with a 3,080 mm wheelbase — larger than the Li Auto L9. Its headlights are a squared evolution of the YU7's "waterdrop" lamps, and optional factory camping features such as a pop-up roof and roof bed plank are a standout.
You can get a complete look at the vehicle's exterior and interior design through the following video:
3. Core Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 2026 Max (5-seat) |
| Powertrain type | Range-extended electric (EREV) |
| Engine | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl range extender (Dongan M15DRE), 152 hp / 112 kW, 42% thermal efficiency |
| Motor | Dual-motor AWD (front 210 kW + rear 100 kW), 310 kW total, 422 hp |
| EV range | 464 km (CLTC) |
| Combined range | 1,705 km (CLTC, with 60 L fuel tank) |
| Charging time | Fast charge 20 min (20%–80%) |
| Fast-charge power | Peak 350 kW (adds ~285 km CLTC in 15 min) |
| Depleted-battery fuel use | 6.26 L/100 km (WLTC) |
| Battery capacity | 76 kWh (CALB ternary lithium "Longa" battery) |
| Drivetrain | Dual-motor AWD |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5,285 × 1,998 × 1,825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,080 mm |
| Seating | 5 seats (7-seat option) |
| Body type | Large 7/5-seat flagship EREV SUV (unibody) |
| Suspension | Double-wishbone front + multi-link rear (air springs + CDC) |
| Fuel tank | 60 L |
| Curb weight | 2,800 kg |
| Top speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9 seconds |
| Turning radius | 5.95 m |
| Cargo volume | 577 L |
| Warranty | 5 years or 100,000 km |
| Fuel grade | 92, 95, or 98-octane petrol |
Subsidy policy: As a range-extended new-energy vehicle, the SkyNomad N90 qualifies for China's NEV purchase tax exemption and may enjoy national and local new-energy purchase subsidies (subject to local policy). Overseas, many countries offer purchase tax exemptions, subsidies, or driving privileges for EREV/plug-in hybrids, with amounts and conditions varying. Consult the IEA Global EV Policy Explorer for the differing policies across countries.
4. Ownership Costs & Service
Warranty policy: Full vehicle warranty is 5 years or 100,000 km. As the first EREV from Xiaomi's new sub-brand, the warranty is at mainstream industry levels, providing basic peace of mind for long-term ownership.
Maintenance costs: The range extender needs maintenance every 3 years or every 30,000 km, with a very long oil-change interval after the first service and far lower frequency than a traditional petrol car. The electric portion has no conventional engine maintenance, so overall maintenance costs sit between an EV and a petrol car, but with lower frequency.
Real ownership cost analysis: The core advantage of an EREV is "use electricity daily, use fuel occasionally." The N90's 464 km of CLTC EV range covers the daily commuting of most owners (Xiaomi's research shows 70% of users drive under 400 km per week). Extremely low daily electricity costs plus fuel only for occasional long trips make the total running cost far below a same-size petrol SUV, while eliminating EV range anxiety.
Charging cost (based on global average electricity prices): Using the global average residential electricity price published by Global Petrol Prices (approx. USD 0.17/kWh), the N90's 76 kWh battery needs about 70–80 kWh for a full charge, costing about USD 12–14 for 464 km of EV range — far cheaper than petrol. Using China's domestic household electricity price (about USD 0.09/kWh), a full charge costs about USD 6–7, or about 0.05 RMB per km — exceptionally economical. For long trips on fuel, the WLTC depleted-battery figure of 6.26 L/100 km keeps refueling costs controlled.
Electricity prices are based on Global Petrol Prices global data for rough estimation only; actual costs vary by region and charging method (home vs public fast charging).
5. Competitors Comparison
In the 300,000 RMB-class EREV/plug-in large-SUV market, the SkyNomad N90's most direct rivals are the XPeng GX, Aion Hyper HL, Deepal S09, and ID. ERA 9X. All five are EREV SUVs but with different priorities. The following points help you quickly grasp the differences:
- Range & battery: The N90 (464 km EV / 1,705 km total, 76 kWh) and ID. ERA 9X (347 km EV / 1,611 km total) have the longest combined range; the XPeng GX (430 km EV / 1,585 km total, 63.3 kWh) follows; the Hyper HL (350 km EV / 1,200 km total, 60.33 kWh) and Deepal S09 (210 km EV / 1,068 km total, 40.18 kWh) trail, with the S09 having the smallest battery and shortest EV range.
- Power & drivetrain: The XPeng GX (503 hp / 695 N·m) and ID. ERA 9X (503 hp / 660 N·m) are strongest; the Deepal S09 (493 hp / 637 N·m) is close behind; the N90 (422 hp, dual-motor AWD, front 210 kW + rear 100 kW) is balanced; the Hyper HL (340 hp / 430 N·m) is gentler. Four are AWD or RWD layouts.
- Space & cabin: The N90 wins on MPV-style space (flat floor, 180° rotating front seats, shared slide rails); the Hyper HL is a 6-seater; the XPeng GX, Deepal S09, and ID. ERA 9X are mostly 5-seaters. The N90's space flexibility is its biggest differentiator.
- Smart driving & charging: The N90 has standard LiDAR and Xiaomi HAD city navigation; the Hyper HL also carries LiDAR; the XPeng GX fast-charges fastest (about 15 min); the Hyper HL supports 310 kW fast charging. On a 400V platform without rear-wheel steering, the N90 lags rivals in agility and replenishment.
| Comparison Item | SkyNomad N90 2026 Max 5-seat | XPeng GX 2026 IS 1585 TOP | Hyper HL 2025 350 Max 6-seat LiDAR | Deepal S09 2025 AWD Ultra+ | ID. ERA 9X 2026 Pro AWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Xiaomi Auto | XPeng | Aion Hyper | Deepal | Volkswagen |
| Class | Mid-large SUV | Mid-large SUV | Large SUV | Large SUV | Large SUV |
| Powertrain | Range-extended | Range-extended | Range-extended | Range-extended | Range-extended |
| Launch date | 2026.05 | 2026.05 | 2025.08 | 2025.04 | 2026.02 |
| Engine | 1.5T 152 hp/112 kW | 1.5T 150 hp/110 kW | 1.5T 160 hp/118 kW | 1.5T 150 hp/110 kW | 1.5T 143 hp/105 kW |
| Motor power (hp) | 422 | 503 | 340 | 493 | 503 |
| Motor torque (N·m) | — | 695 | 430 | 637 | 660 |
| Motor layout | Dual-motor AWD | AWD | 6-seat/AWD | Dual-motor AWD | Dual-motor AWD |
| EV range (km, CLTC) | 464 | 430 | 350 | 210 | 347 |
| Combined range (km, CLTC) | 1,705 | 1,585 | 1,200 | 1,068 | 1,611 |
| Battery capacity (kWh) | 76 | 63.3 | 60.33 | 40.18 | — |
| Battery type | Ternary lithium (Longa) | LFP/ternary | Ternary lithium | — | — |
| Fast charge (20%–80%) | 20 min | ~15 min | ~18 min | ~20 min | ~22 min |
| Fast-charge power (kW) | Peak 350 | — | 310 | — | — |
| Depleted-battery fuel (WLTC, L/100km) | 6.26 | — | — | — | — |
| Dimensions (L×W×H, mm) | 5,285×1,998×1,825 | 5,265×1,999×1,800 | 5,126×1,990×1,750 | 5,205×1,996×1,800 | 5,207×1,997×1,810 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3,080 | 3,115 | 3,088 | 3,105 | — |
| Seating | 5-seat (7-seat opt.) | 5-seat | 6-seat | 5-seat | 5-seat |
| Top speed (km/h) | 190 | — | — | — | — |
| Front suspension | Double-wishbone + air | — | — | — | — |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link + CDC | — | — | — | — |
| Curb weight (kg) | 2,800 | — | — | — | — |
| Turning radius (m) | 5.95 | 5.4 | — | — | — |
| Rear-wheel steering | No | Standard | — | — | — |
| Fuel tank (L) | 60 | — | — | — | — |
| Fuel grade | 92/95/98-octane | 92-octane | 92-octane | 92-octane | 95-octane |
| Full vehicle warranty | 5 yrs / 100,000 km | 5 yrs / 120,000 km | 6 yrs / 150,000 km | 5 yrs / 100,000 km | — |
| High-level ADAS | Standard (LiDAR+HAD) | Standard | Standard (LiDAR) | — | — |
| V2L output | Supported (6.6 kW) | — | — | — | — |
Note: Some competitor data is based on the configuration screenshots you provided; items not shown are marked "—".
Summary: The choice among these five EREV SUVs is clear. The Xiaomi SkyNomad N90's core selling points are its "MPV-in-an-SUV" space (flat floor, rotating seats, shared slide rails), its 464 km EV / 1,705 km total range, and the Xiaomi ecosystem smart driving. It offers the most outstanding space flexibility and range in its class, ideal for families wanting generous, adaptable cabins and ultra-long range — but you must accept the lack of rear-wheel steering and its 400V-platform charging. The XPeng GX has the strongest power (503 hp/695 N·m) and standard rear-wheel steering, suiting those who value performance and agility. The Hyper HL is a 6-seater with the longest 6-year/150,000 km warranty, ideal for warranty- and six-seat-focused buyers. The Deepal S09 has the shortest EV range (210 km) but undercuts on price. The ID. ERA 9X offers a 1,611 km combined range with strong power (503 hp) but uses 95-octane fuel, slightly raising running costs. Each has strengths; the final decision depends on your weighting of space, range, power, and smart driving.
6. Expert Test Drive — Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Class-leading space: As "an SUV made like an MPV," the N90's flat floor, 180° rotating front seats, and first/second-row shared slide rails create highly flexible, transformable space — a large 5-seater that becomes a face-to-face lounge, mobile office, or camper, with outstanding practicality and versatility.
- Ultra-long-range combination: 464 km EV plus 1,705 km total is currently the longest in the EREV segment; daily commuting needs almost no fuel, and long trips have no range anxiety, with WLTC depleted-battery fuel use of just 6.26 L/100 km for excellent combined economy.
- Thoughtful chassis spec: Double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension with air springs and CDC variable damping, Bosch ESP 10.0, 255 mm front / 265 mm rear quiet wide tires, plus over 100 sound-treatment points and ENC active noise cancellation for reassuring ride quality.
Could be improved:
- No rear-wheel steering: A 5.95 m turning radius is on the large side for its class, making tight streets, U-turns, and parking less agile than rivals with standard rear-wheel steering (BYD Datang 5.2 m, XPeng GX 5.4 m).
- Interior materials a step back: To prioritize space, the wraparound cockpit is dropped, the instrument panel is small, and materials emphasize wide-area soft-touch trim rather than Nappa leather, so the cabin's premium feel is below the SU7 and YU7.
- Average 400V-platform charging: A peak of 350 kW isn't top-tier; 20%–80% takes about 20 minutes, so public fast-charge replenishment lags 800V rivals.
Test scenarios:
- Fast-charge replenishment: Adds about 285 km CLTC in 15 minutes, with 20%–80% in about 20 minutes; with a 76 kWh battery and 464 km EV range, a week of city commuting needs roughly one charge (Source: Xiaomi Auto official, SkyNomad N90 technical event).
- Depleted-battery long-distance travel: WLTC fuel use of 6.26 L/100 km, plus a 60 L tank and 1,705 km combined range, means long trips have no range anxiety and refueling costs stay controlled (Source: Xiaomi Auto official; cross-validated on vehicle/config platforms).
7. Real Owner Reviews
Positive feedback:
Space & multi-scenario flexibility: Owners strongly value the N90's space, with its flat floor, rotating seats, and slide rails letting generous space switch flexibly across use cases — the most praised point.
"Turn the front seats around and you can face your passengers and chat or work; the flat floor is so practical. This space flexibility really has no rival in its class."
Range & running cost: Long EV range and ultra-long combined range mean very low daily electricity costs and no anxiety on long trips — a most satisfying point.
"464 km of EV range covers my whole week, so I barely use fuel; on the occasional long trip a full tank runs 1,700 km without stress. Running costs are way lower than a petrol car."
Smart driving & ecosystem: Standard LiDAR plus Xiaomi HAD city navigation, together with the HyperOS multi-screen cockpit and Super XiaoAI voice, deliver satisfying smart-driving and intelligent experience.
"City NOA works quite smoothly, the whole-screen linkage is fluid, and a call to XiaoAI controls the car; the tech feel is fully loaded."
Negative feedback:
Large turning radius: Without rear-wheel steering, the 5.95 m turning radius is on the large side, making narrow streets, underground-lot U-turns, and parking less convenient — a widely reported drawback.
"The car is so big and the turning radius is large; in my housing estate I need several steering motions to do a U-turn, and the underground lot needs extra maneuvering. I really wish it had rear-wheel steering."
Interior materials below expectation: The interior is plainer and less luxurious than the SU7/YU7, with a smaller instrument panel, and some owners are disappointed by the materials.
"The interior is plainer than the SU7 and YU7, the instrument panel is a bit small, and the materials are mostly soft-touch without real leather; the premium feel is lacking."
8. References
- Global Petrol Prices (2025). World Average Electricity Prices, USD / kWh. Retrieved from https://www.globalpetrolprices.com/electricity_prices/
- IEA. Global EV Policy Explorer. Retrieved from https://www.iea.org/data-and-statistics/data-tools/global-ev-policy-explorer
- Xiaomi Auto (2026). SkyNomad N90 official specifications. Retrieved from https://www.xiaomiev.com/skynomad/n90
- Electrek (2026). Xiaomi reveals SkyNomad N90: a living room on wheels. Retrieved from https://electrek.co/2026/07/10/xiaomi-skynomad-n90-erev-suv
