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Xiaomi continues its dynamic expansion in the automotive market. After the electric SU7 sedan and the YU7 SUV, the company is preparing another family of cars, this time using an EREV powertrain. The manufacturer released the first details about the SkyNomad models ahead of the official unveiling of the new Kunlun platform. The new SUVs are set to combine a long electric range with the ability to cover long distances without frequent charging. Xiaomi is targeting the premium family car segment in particular. The full presentation of the new models will take place on 30 July.
Xiaomi bets on EREV powertrain and new Kunlun architecture
The new SkyNomad family will be Xiaomi's first to use an EREV powertrain rather than a conventional electric car. The Kunlun system pairs a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine producing 112 kW with an electric drive. The combustion unit does not drive the wheels directly but generates energy for the battery. According to Xiaomi, the system is compatible with 92, 95 and 98 octane petrol. The manufacturer claims a minimum fuel consumption of 5.7 L/100 km under the WLTC cycle after the battery is depleted. This layout is intended to combine the benefits of an electric vehicle with the convenience of a conventional petrol car on longer trips. Xiaomi intends to compete mainly with Chinese makers specialising in EREV vehicles, such as Li Auto and Aito. The company emphasises that the new platform was developed with premium family SUVs in mind. The manufacturer will also offer an eight-year warranty or up to 160,000 kilometres on the powertrain. Servicing will only be required every three years or after 30,000 kilometres from the first service. Xiaomi expects these measures will increase the appeal of the new models. The official presentation of the Kunlun architecture will take place at the end of July.
SkyNomad is set to offer long range and several body variants
Xiaomi has also revealed the first details about the individual models. The SkyNomad N90 Max will be equipped with two electric motors and a 76 kWh battery. The manufacturer claims an electric range of 363 to 370 kilometres under the WLTC test cycle. The car will be available as a five-seat or seven-seat model with a 2+2+3 seating layout. The smaller SkyNomad N70 Max will offer single- and dual-motor variants with 52 or 76 kWh batteries. Depending on the version, the manufacturer says electric range will be between 265 and 380 kilometres. Xiaomi also said that a prototype of the N90 Max has already covered more than 60,000 kilometres of road testing across various regions of China. The company has not yet disclosed prices or sales start dates for the new SUVs. We also don't know the overall maximum range or the charging specifications. All remaining details will be unveiled at an event about the Kunlun architecture on 30 July. That will be when Xiaomi showcases the full capabilities of the new SkyNomad family.
Xiaomi is preparing another important step in developing its automotive line-up. The SkyNomad family is set to combine the advantages of electric propulsion with EREV technology, and the official presentation on 30 July will show whether the manufacturer can effectively compete with the leaders of this segment in China.
source: digitaltrends
