Official Launch Highlights

The updated New ES6 debuted in China on May 16, 2025, alongside the New EC6. Deliveries began on May 20. Pricing starts at RMB 338,000, or RMB 268,000 with Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) subscription

Early buyers before June 30 get perks like 5‑year free battery swaps (240 vouchers), free NOP+ pilot features, battery upgrade vouchers, or cash-equivalent options up to RMB 5,000

Dimensions & Structure

Exterior dimensions remain: 4,854 mm (L) × 1,995 mm (W) × 1,703 mm (H) with a 2,915 mm wheelbase More rear headroom (by 75 mm) and a height reduction of 55 mm improve cabin space

Construction: ~91% aviation-grade aluminum with strategic carbon fiber reinforcement, delivering world-class structural stiffness of 44,930 Nm/degree

Powertrain & Performance

Dual-motor AWD: 150 kW front induction motor + 210 kW rear permanent‑magnet motor → 360 kW (≈490 hp), 700 Nm torque

0–100 km/h in ~4.5 seconds; braking from 100–0 km/h in just 33.9 m

Drag coefficient around 0.28–0.25 Cd, depending on version

Battery Options & Range

Battery trims include 75 kWh (≈500 km CLTC) and 100 kWh (≈625 km CLTC) options; 150 kWh solid‑state ultra-long‑range pack available later (up to ~900+ km CLTC)

Supports BaaS with low‑cost subscription options for battery swapping across NIO’s Power Swap network

Smart Tech & Infotainment

New NT.Cedar S smart system powered by NX9031 Shenji chip (performance equivalent to four NVIDIA Orin X chips), SkyOS, and intelligent chassis logic

Sensor array: AQUILA Super Sensing includes LiDAR, 33 units (cameras, radars, V2X), enabling advanced driver assistance features Navigate on Pilot Plus (NOP+) and automated parking/routing

NOMI Mate 3.0—a GPT-enhanced in-car AI assistant that rotates 340°, shows expressions, and responds to touch interactions like dance moves or rock-paper-scissors

Infotainment & Cabin Experience

15.6" horizontal AMOLED touchscreen, 19.4" wide-view HUD, and 800MP streaming rearview mirror standard

Six-screen ecosystem: includes 10.2" mini-LED driver cluster and 6.6" rear control screen for rear-seat adjustments (climate, massage, media)

Premium Dolby Atmos surround system with 23 speakers and up to 1,000 W output, complemented by tri-layer ambient lighting with millions of color options.

Interior & Comfort Upgrades

Seats built with an 11-layer NIO‑AIR foam structure, soft Nappa leather, 18‑way adjustability, and standard heating, ventilation, and massage for both front occupants; rear seats support power recline and accessory tray tables

Lounge‑style passenger mode with zero-gravity recline position and leg rest → ideal for relaxation

Four interior color themes: Warm Gravel, Sepia Brown, K2 Gray, Onyx Black, with eco-friendly Ultrasuede® materials for the climate and sustainable vibe

Storage flexibility: 40/20/40-folding rear seats, triple-layer trunk, 1,430 L cargo capacity when folded flat

🚗 Ride & Handling

Suspension: 5-link front/rear, Continuous Damping Control (CDC), Intelligent Chassis Controller (ICC), and Intelligent Smooth Stop (ISS) gearbox for adaptive comfort

With even weight distribution and wide track, ride experience balances sportiness and comfort; chassis innovations reduce body sway and cut vibration by nearly 30%

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