On July 9, Xiaomi EV unveiled its second product line — the SkyNomad series, a smart transformable large SUV developed over 3.5 years on the Kunlun Architecture. Meanwhile, Leapmotor officially announced its entry into the North American market.
Xiaomi EV's Dual-Line Strategy Emerges
On July 9, Xiaomi EV officially pulled the cover off its second product line — the "SkyNomad" series. This "intelligent, transformable large-space SUV" — crafted over three and a half years on the new Kunlun Architecture — has finally emerged from the rumor mill.
Lei Jun defines the target customer as "those who live with clarity and richness." The SkyNomad isn't targeting stereotypical "soccer moms" or solely "business elites." Instead, it aims at broader multi-passenger travel and diverse lifestyle scenarios.
Key Product Features:
Vehicle length expected between 5.2 and 5.3 meters
Built on the new Kunlun Architecture with flat floor and long sliding rails
Emphasizes intelligent space transformation and flexible configurations
Complements rather than replaces the SU7/YU7 "driving series"
Competitive Landscape Analysis
The SkyNomad's entry positions Xiaomi EV directly in the large SUV camp:
Model | Brand | Positioning | Length (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
SkyNomad | Xiaomi EV | Smart transformable large SUV | 5.2-5.3m |
L9 | Li Auto | Family flagship SUV | 5.2m+ |
M9 | Panoramic smart flagship SUV | 5.2m+ |
Key Data Points:
SkyNomad development cycle lasted 3.5 years
Xiaomi EV's 2026 delivery target is 550,000 units
SkyNomad and SU7/YU7 form parallel independent product lines
Xiaomi confirmed SkyNomad is "not a sub-brand" but a MI-badged product line
Leapmotor Advances into North America
Meanwhile, Leapmotor officially announced its entry into the North American market, marking further expansion of Chinese NEV brands' global footprint.
Strategic significance of Leapmotor's North America entry:
Technology validation: North America's demanding safety and intelligence standards
Global footprint completion: Following Europe, North America becomes Leapmotor's third core overseas market
Supply chain resilience: Diversifying market risk and enhancing anti-cycle capability
Industry Impact and Outlook
The SkyNomad launch isn't just a critical step toward Xiaomi EV's 550,000-unit delivery goal; it's a strategic maneuver to break out of the "Mi Fan" bubble and capture mainstream families and outdoor enthusiasts.
For overseas buyers, Xiaomi EV's product matrix is becoming increasingly comprehensive:
SU7/YU7: Focus on driving pleasure, safety, intelligence, and handling
SkyNomad series: Focus on space, flexible configurations, and multi-passenger travel
EX1000.COM believes Xiaomi EV's dual-line layout represents an important trend of Chinese smart EV brands evolving from single hit products to systematic product portfolios. With the Kunlun Architecture's rollout, Xiaomi is poised to achieve more complete coverage in the 200,000-400,000 yuan price band.
