NIO ET5
A high-tech electric saloon blending supercar-inspired design with NIO's innovative battery-swapping ecosystem.
- Power
- 489 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.1 s
- Top speed
- 124 mph
About the NIO ET5
Unveiled at NIO Day 2021, the ET5 is a mid-size electric saloon designed to compete directly with the Tesla Model 3. It features a dual-motor powertrain as standard, delivering a combined 489 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 4.3 seconds. The 75kWh variant utilizes a hybrid LFP/NMC battery chemistry to improve cold-weather performance and range estimation accuracy. A key differentiator is NIO's Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, allowing owners to swap depleted batteries for fresh ones in under five minutes at dedicated stations. The interior is defined by a 'second living room' concept, featuring sustainable materials and the PanoCinema AR/VR-ready digital cockpit.
NIO ET5 specs
The NIO ET5 produces 489 bhp (365 kW) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and has a top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h).
| Make | NIO |
|---|---|
| Model | ET5 |
| Trim | 75kWh |
| Years | 2022–present |
| Type | Electric |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | China |
| Engine | Dual electric motors (150kW front induction, 210kW rear permanent magnet) |
|---|---|
| Induction | Electric |
| Power | 489 bhp (365 kW) |
| Torque | 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 4.1 s |
| Top speed | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Transmission | Single-speed |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,140 kg (4,718 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 229 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
NIO ET5 rarity in CarSpot
The NIO ET5 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 28 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
NIO ET5 fun facts
- The ET5 features a drag coefficient of just 0.24 Cd, aided by flush door handles and an integrated rear ducktail spoiler.
- It is equipped with NIO's Aquila Super Sensing system, which includes a roof-mounted LiDAR and 33 high-performance sensing units for advanced autonomous driving.
- The 75kWh battery pack is a 'hybrid' design, combining Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) and Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) cells to balance cost and performance.