Top pick: Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max and how the SkyNomad lineup works
The Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 and N70 are extended‑range hybrid electric SUVs that combine large EV‑sized batteries with a petrol range‑extender engine to deliver long electric driving and very high total range, packaged in flat‑floor family interiors built on Xiaomi’s new Kunlun Technical Architecture.
For most buyers, the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max is the right choice: it is the 7‑seater flagship SUV, measuring 5,285 mm long with a 3,080 mm wheelbase and using the Kunlun Technical Architecture to create a completely flat cabin floor and MPV‑like space. It adds a third row in a 2‑2‑3 layout, making it more versatile than the N70 for families or mixed personal/business use. All SkyNomad models share the same extended‑range powertrain: a 1.5‑litre petrol engine that works only as a range extender and does not drive the wheels, paired with electric motors and either a 52 kWh LFP battery or a 76 kWh NMC battery. This hybrid‑EV strategy delivers pure‑electric capability far above typical plug‑in hybrids while differentiating Xiaomi from pure‑EV rivals.
Kunlun flat‑floor architecture and interior comfort advantages
Xiaomi built the SkyNomad N90 and N70 as “function leads space” SUVs, using the Kunlun Technical Architecture to prioritize cabin volume and flexibility. By integrating the rear coaxial electric drive unit and relocating battery control modules, engineers reduced floor thickness by 180 mm and eliminated steps, creating a completely flat floor across the second and third rows. This flat‑floor layout, combined with squared‑off exterior proportions, gives the N90 MPV‑level space in a large SUV body, and the N70 generous room as a mid‑to‑large 5‑seater. The N90 in particular focuses on comfort, with Xiaomi aiming for “a living room on wheels” and using soft padding for 95% of touch surfaces to provide high levels of luxury for its class and price point.
Seat design is a major highlight. The N90 offers a 2‑2‑3 seating arrangement with second‑row captain’s chairs that can unfold into recliners or full‑length footrests for those in the third row, and seats can move freely in multiple axes thanks to the platform’s packaging. There are speakers integrated into each headrest and optional roof‑mounted and seat‑back screens for rear occupants, plus dual sunroofs to keep the cabin airy. Xiaomi has also packed in 34 storage compartments and up to 12 accessory expansion ports to make daily family use easier. For buyers who care about interior comfort and flexibility, this architecture is the main reason to pick a SkyNomad over many traditional premium compact SUVs.
N90 Max vs N70 Max: specs, range and performance compared
Both the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max and N70 Max share the same extended‑range electric vehicle (EREV) concept: large traction batteries, dual electric drive, and a 1.5‑litre petrol engine that serves only as a generator. Their differences lie in size, seating, and detailed range figures. The N90 Max is a full‑size 7‑seater at 5,285 × 1,998 × 1,825 mm with a 3,080 mm wheelbase, while the N70 Max is a mid‑to‑large 5‑seater at 4,960 × 1,998 × 1,765 mm with a 2,950 mm wheelbase. Both can be configured with either a 52 kWh LFP battery or a 76 kWh NMC pack, capacities that are closer to many pure EVs than to typical plug‑in hybrids.
| Spec | Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max | Xiaomi SkyNomad N70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Body / seats | Full‑size SUV, 7‑seater (2‑2‑3) | Mid‑to‑large SUV, 5‑seater AWD |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5,285 × 1,998 × 1,825 mm | 4,960 × 1,998 × 1,765 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,080 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Battery options | 52 kWh LFP or 76 kWh NMC | 52 kWh LFP or 76 kWh NMC |
| Pure‑EV range (76 kWh) | Up to 314 miles / 464 km CLTC | Up to 505 km CLTC |
| Total range (EREV) | Up to 1,059 miles with 1.5‑litre extender | Expected to comfortably exceed 1,000 km per tank |
| Engine role | 1.5‑litre petrol engine as range extender only; does not power wheels | Same 1.5‑litre petrol range extender concept |
On performance, the top N90 version can reach 62 mph in 5.9 seconds, which is brisk for a vehicle of its size. Aerodynamics support efficiency: more than 140 optimisations yield a drag coefficient of 0.255 on the N90 Max. According to one review, “all versions come with the same 1.5‑litre petrol range extender engine with a 2.12 ft³ fuel tank, which is promised to push the maximum range to 1,059 miles without having to stop for charging or refueling.” In practice, the key takeaway is that both SkyNomads deliver 300‑plus‑mile electric driving capability from their extended‑range battery setups, with total range far beyond typical pure EVs.
Pricing, value and how SkyNomad challenges traditional EVs
Pre‑sale pricing for the Xiaomi SkyNomad lineup opens at RM160,000 for the N70 Max and RM185,000 for the N90 Max, placing both SUVs in a competitive mid‑to‑upper segment rather than at ultra‑luxury levels. This matters because Xiaomi is targeting pain points that usually force buyers to choose between space, range, or cost. With over 100,000 pre‑orders already logged, demand suggests the formula is resonating with buyers who may otherwise have considered established EV makers or premium compact SUVs.
The hybrid electric SUV approach is central to this value story. Instead of building another pure EV that depends entirely on public chargers, Xiaomi combines EV‑sized batteries with an efficient range‑extender engine to deliver both long electric driving and more than 1,000 km of total range per tank. The large 52 kWh and 76 kWh packs are “considerably larger than those usually featured in other ‘EREV’ plug‑in hybrids”, giving a daily driving experience that behaves much closer to a full battery‑electric vehicle. For buyers worried about charging access or long road trips, this hybrid‑EV battery strategy makes the SkyNomad lineup a serious alternative to both pure EVs and conventional hybrids.
If you are cross‑shopping traditional premium compact SUVs, the SkyNomad N90 stands out for its 7‑seat flexibility, flat floor, and lounge‑like second row, while the N70 suits those who want the same Kunlun packaging and extended‑range battery in a slightly shorter, 5‑seat body. Together, they give families and business users two clear options that challenge the idea you must pick either a pure EV or a standard combustion SUV.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max if you want a 7‑seat hybrid electric SUV with a flat‑floor lounge‑style interior and extended‑range battery for long trips.
- Buy the Xiaomi SkyNomad N70 Max if you prefer a slightly smaller 5‑seat AWD hybrid electric SUV that still offers Kunlun flat‑floor packaging and EV‑sized batteries.
- Skip the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max if you never use more than five seats and would rather have a shorter, more maneuverable SUV footprint.
- Skip the Xiaomi SkyNomad N70 Max if you often carry six or more passengers and need the third‑row flexibility of the N90’s 2‑2‑3 seating layout.
- Buy the Xiaomi SkyNomad N90 Max if your priority is maximum cabin comfort, with second‑row captain’s chairs that recline and integrate footrests and headrest speakers.
- Skip the Xiaomi SkyNomad models if you are set on a pure battery‑electric vehicle and do not want any petrol engine on board, even as a range extender.
