The Xiaomi Skynomad N70 range-extended SUV started sales in China at 209,900 yuan (31,275 USD). The top-trim N70 crossover previously became the plug-in hybrid with the longest EV range of 414 km under WLTP conditions. For reference, Tesla Model Y from Shanghai plant starts at 263,500 yuan (39,270 USD) in China.

The Xiaomi Skynomad N70 is a five-seat SUV with dimensions of 4960/1998/1765 mm. Its wheelbase stretches to 2,950 mm. For clarity, the N70 is 23 mm longer than the Mercedes-Benz GLE. The Chinese car rides on 19- or 21-inch wheels. Its exterior styling adopts blocky headlights, semi-hidden door handles, and a ring-shaped taillight unit. Six body colors are available: blue, beige, gray, green, black, and white.

The interior of the Skynomad N70 has two rows of seats. The front chairs can turn by 180 degrees to face the rear passengers. They also support the massage function (16 points) and zero-gravity mode. The second-row seats’ backrests can be reclined by 135 degrees. Heating and ventilation functions are available as standard. The car’s center console offers a 16.1-inch screen, an 8.8-inch LCD instrument cluster, and a 20-inch HUD.

There is no conventional center tunnel between the front seats. Instead, the Skynomad N70 offers a few additional storage compartments and an aisle-like armrest. The rear passengers have a ceiling-mounted 21.4-inch monitor complemented by a 9-liter fridge. The N70 Pro comes standard with 14 speakers. Meanwhile, the pricier Max trim level offers 25 speakers for 4,890 W.

There is 1,410 mm of knee room for the second-row passengers. The car’s trunk offers a standard capacity of 1,203 liters. This number could be expanded to 2,425 liters by folding the rear seats. The top-trim N70 Max offers ambient lighting with 256 colors, a 6.88 rear control screen, and in-car tables. The car’s body is constructed with 91.3% high-strength steel and aluminum alloy. 14 sections around the body-in-white are made of hot-stamped steel with a tensile strength of 2,200 MPa.

The N70 has nine airbags. Its assisted driving system adopts a LiDAR sensor and the Nvidia Thor-U chip with a peak computing power of 700 TOPS. This combination supports the Xiaomi HAD large model that supports the Navigate On Autopilot (NOA) function on urban roads and highways.

The Xiaomi Skynomad N70 is an EREV. It has a 1.5-liter engine under the hood with a peak power of 112 kW (150 hp). It sends energy to a battery. This engine supports fuel with 92, 95, and 98 RON. Another highlight of this ICE is a maintenance period of once every three years or 30,000 km. The N70 adopts two powertrain variants listed below.

• N70 Pro: RWD, 210 kW (282 hp), 52 kWh Sunwoda LFP battery, 351 km of EV range (CLTC), 1,351 km of EREV range (CLTC)
• N70 Max: AWD, 310 kW (416 hp), 76 kWh CALB NMC battery, 505 km of EV range (CLTC), 1,461 km of EREV range (CLTC)

The N70 Max also has air suspension with adjustable ride height. Its turning radius is 5.67 meters. The Skynomad N70 Max accelerates to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The top speed is 190 km/h. Trims and prices of the N70 are as follows.

• Xiaomi Skynomad N70 Pro – 209,900 yuan (31,275 USD)
• Xiaomi Skynomad N70 Max – 239,900 yuan (35,745 USD)

For clarity, the Li Auto L6 costs 249,800 yuan (37,220 USD) in China. The Aito M6 from Huawei and Seres starts at 229,800 yuan (34,240 USD). And the IM LS6 from SIAC and Alibaba starts at 224,900 yuan (33,495 USD). So, the Skynomad N70 offers competitive pricing. Together with Xiaomi’s halo, it can potentially become the brand’s bestseller.

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