Xiaomi Auto unveils its first EREV SUV SkyNomad N90 Max priced at ¥299,900, featuring Kunlun architecture, Nvidia Thor chip and dual LiDARs, with a joint customization supply chain model.
Product Positioning and Market Strategy
On the evening of July 30, [Xiaomi](https://www.ex1000.com/en/brand/489) EV officially entered the extended-range segment. The SkyNomad N90 Max debuted with a pre-sale price of ¥299,900, positioned as a flagship large seven-seat EREV SUV. This marks not only Xiaomi's first range-extender model but also the debut production vehicle under the Kunlun architecture, opening a new front beyond the SU7 and YU7 pure-electric lineup.
The N90 Max's product strategy is clear: ease range anxiety with a high-capacity EREV powertrain, raise the technology bar with an Nvidia Thor chip and dual LiDARs, and leverage Xiaomi's ecosystem multi-screen experience to capture family buyers in the ¥300,000 segment.
Key Product Highlights:
- Large seven-seat layout for multi-child family needs
- Extended-range powertrain balancing EV driving feel with long-distance capability
- Advanced intelligent driving with dual LiDAR sensors
- Seamless Xiaomi HyperOS cockpit ecosystem integration
The Joint Customization Logic Behind the Powertrain
The powertrain is typically the most transparent link in a vehicle's supply chain, yet the N90 Max's selection goes beyond simple procurement. The range extender is sourced from Harbin Dongan Automotive's M15DRE 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, delivering a maximum net power of 112 kW. The key here is "joint customization": Xiaomi led the development direction for seven core components and re-optimized 57 parts.
This division of labor is increasingly common among new EV entrants: Dongan provides a mature hardware platform and mass-production capability, while Xiaomi handles control strategies and engineering definitions. For Central Asian and Russian buyers, this means dual assurance of powertrain supply stability and serviceability.
Intelligent Driving and Cockpit Hardware
The N90 Max's hardware configuration is aggressive. The intelligent driving system runs on an Nvidia Thor chip with abundant computing reserves. For perception, it features dual LiDARs, providing hardware redundancy for urban NOA and other advanced functions. The cockpit inherits Xiaomi's ecosystem advantage, with multi-screen linkage as a key differentiator.
| Dimension | N90 Max Spec | Segment Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-sale Price | ¥299,900 | ¥300K segment |
| Seat Layout | Seven-seat large SUV | Mostly 5/6 seats |
| Range Extender Power | 112 kW | 100-120 kW |
| AD Chip | Nvidia Thor | Orin-X/Thor |
| LiDAR | Dual LiDAR | Single/none |
| Cockpit OS | Xiaomi HyperOS | Proprietary systems |
For overseas dealers tracking Chinese NEV exports, the N90 Max's supply chain maturity and Xiaomi brand premium deserve continuous monitoring. Its debut performance in the EREV segment may directly impact overseas order conversion on EX1000.COM.
