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NIO EC6 70 kWh (435 Hp) 4WD Electric
Overall Rating
NIO EC6:
The Nio EC6 is a battery electric mid-size luxury crossover SUV manufactured by Chinese electric car company Nio. It was announced in 2019 and has been on sale since 2020.
The EC6 is a 5-door, 5-seater crossover SUV with a sporting roofline. It is a "crossover coupe" counterpart to the more boxy ES6. The car is offered with an option for a 100-kWh battery, available for all current Nio models. The EC6 is powered by a lithium-ion battery pack, which is swappable, just like the Nio ES8.
Since February 2020, the manufacturer has sold the EC6 in mainland China. It is manufactured under a contract by JAC in Anhui, China....(Read more on Wikipedia)
EC6 Overview:
NIO EC6 (EC6). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.4 s). The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The NIO EC6 generation has not been specifically tested by Euro NCAP. NIO models generally feature advanced safety systems, but no official rating is available for this particular model.
70 kWh (435 Hp) 4WD Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical strong performance to the 100 kWh variant, delivering quick acceleration and responsive power.
Fuel Economy
Adequate range for daily commuting and shorter journeys, though less suited for extensive long-distance travel compared to the 100 kWh option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Impressive electric range (100 kWh models)
- • Strong acceleration across all trims
- • Sleek coupe-SUV design
- • Advanced electric powertrain
- • Spacious interior and trunk capacity
Cons:
- • Premium price point
- • Limited brand recognition outside China
- • No specific Euro NCAP safety rating available
- • Charging infrastructure might vary by region
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | NIO |
| Model: | EC6 |
| Generation: | EC6 |
| Modification (Engine): | 70 kWh (435 Hp) 4WD Electric |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1405 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4850 mm mm |
| Width: | 1965 mm mm |
| Height: | 1731 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2900 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1668 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1672 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels, one electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 255/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 70 kWh |
| System power: | 435 Hp |
| System torque: | 610 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 430 km |
| Electric motor power: | 218 Hp |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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