Xiaomi Auto reaches 800,000 deliveries, with its next test just ahead
Xiaomi has passed the milestone of 800,000 cumulative vehicle deliveries. That is a remarkable pace, as its automotive business has only been scaling since deliveries of its first model, the SU7, began in April 2024, reaching this volume in around 29 months.
The timing is no coincidence: The new Sky Nomad series is due to launch shortly. It is strategically important for Xiaomi because it adds another powertrain and body-style category, opening the door to new groups of buyers.
The numbers behind the growth: SU7 and YU7 have led the expansion so far
By the end of July, Xiaomi had recorded 767,630 deliveries. Of these, 499,175 were SU7 sedans and 268,455 were YU7 SUVs. For August, Xiaomi again reported more than 30,000 deliveries without providing an exact figure.
The momentum is particularly noteworthy: The increase from 700,000 to 800,000 vehicles reportedly took only around 3.5 months. This suggests that production and logistics are now operating much more reliably than during the initial ramp-up phase.
Annual target of 550,000 vehicles makes for a challenging fall
Xiaomi is targeting 550,000 deliveries for the current year. After seven months, the total stood at 216,322 vehicles, an increase of 14.83% year over year. Conservatively assuming at least 30,000 units in August, Xiaomi delivered around 246,322 vehicles during the first eight months.
That means it has achieved just under half of its target. To still reach the annual goal, Xiaomi would need to average around 75,900 deliveries per month from September through December, well above its previous monthly level. Sky Nomad is expected to provide precisely that boost.
Sky Nomad: Xiaomi enters the extended-range segment
The Sky Nomad family will initially launch with three extended-range SUVs: the N70 Pro, N70 Max and the N90 Max, the flagship seven-seat model. Extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) drive on electric power but also carry an internal-combustion engine that generates electricity. Depending on how they are used, this can mean fully electric driving on short trips and long journeys without charging plans, although fuel is still consumed.
According to Xiaomi, the N90 Max has a presale price of 299,900 yuan, while the N70 Max costs 259,900 yuan. Reliable euro prices cannot be calculated without localized specifications, taxes and import costs. In any case, for Europe this series is more of a glimpse of what may come than an immediate purchasing option.
Range and consumption figures quoted by Xiaomi for Sky Nomad
For the N70 Max, Xiaomi quotes an electric CLTC range of up to 505 km. The N90 Max is rated for a combined total range of 1,705 km with a full fuel tank and fully charged battery. The N70 Pro is also said to achieve fuel consumption as low as 5.7 L/100 km when its battery is depleted.
For context in Germany, Austria and Switzerland—the DACH region—the China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) is considerably more optimistic than Europe’s WLTP standard. For realistic expectations in Europe, the figures should be treated as a rough guide rather than a directly transferable promise.
Market trend: EREVs are losing ground in China, but Xiaomi is betting on them anyway
Notably, the EREV segment has recently faced headwinds. According to industry figures, Chinese retail sales of EREVs fell by 15.35% to 535,000 vehicles from January through July. Xiaomi is therefore not positioning Sky Nomad in a clearly growing market segment, but is instead trying to gain market share through product appeal and brand strength.
Sky Nomad will be a litmus test for Xiaomi: Can the brand generate additional volume with EREVs without diluting its previously strong battery-electric vehicle story?
A Tesla perspective: Different answers to the same problem
Tesla remains firmly committed to battery-electric vehicles and its ecosystem of Superchargers and software to address range anxiety and everyday usability. EREVs, by contrast, partly sidestep the need for charging infrastructure, but they also introduce additional complexity and a real need for fuel. In Europe, the decision is likely to depend heavily on whether someone frequently drives long distances and whether charging is available at home or at work.
For a better understanding of the psychology behind range concerns, see our guide to range anxiety in electric cars. For the technical foundations of many new models, the comparison 800V vs. 400V in 2026 is also worth reading.
European outlook: Xiaomi is not arriving immediately, but preparations are underway
For Germany, Austria and Switzerland, the key point is that although Xiaomi is working on its European expansion, a market launch is not expected until 2027. The bottom line is that the 800,000-vehicle milestone primarily signals that Xiaomi Auto is scaling its operations and has sufficient volume to launch additional model series in parallel.
Whether Sky Nomad becomes a genuine high-volume seller will become clear from delivery figures over the coming months. Ultimately, the powertrain philosophy matters less than whether price, efficiency, software and service are convincing as an overall package.
