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NIO ET5 Touring Long Range 100 kWh (490 Hp) i4WD Electric
Overall Rating
NIO ET5:
The Nio ET5 is a battery electric compact executive car manufactured by Chinese electric car company Nio since 2022. A wagon version called the Nio ET5T or ET5 Touring was introduced in 2023.
The Nio ET5 was unveiled in China on 18 December 2021 at the 'Nio Day' event in Suzhou's Olympic Sports Centre. It was on sale in September 2022 with a starting price of ¥328. 000 and acts as a direct competitor to Tesla's Model 3 sedan and the Xpeng P7.
The ET5's exterior design is said to evoke Nio's EP9 supercar DNA and be ready for "Autonomous Driving”. ET5 is 4,790 mm long and integrates high-performance autonomous driving sensors. The car has a rear ducktail spoiler, front air curtain, flush doorhandles, soft close doors and frameless windows to improve aerodynamic efficiency, achieving a drag coefficient of 0. 24Cd. The car has a 1. 28m² panoramic roof, said to protect up to 99. 9% of UV rays from the sun....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Touring Overview:
NIO ET5 (Touring). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4 s). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The NIO ET5 Touring, sharing its platform with the 5-star rated ET5 sedan, offers excellent safety performance with high scores in adult occupant protection and comprehensive driver assistance systems.
Long Range 100 kWh (490 Hp) i4WD Electric Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers exhilarating acceleration and strong power delivery, typical of high-performance EVs, making it very responsive for daily driving and spirited runs.
Fuel Economy
Good electric range with the 100 kWh battery, suitable for longer journeys and reducing range anxiety, though real-world consumption varies with driving style.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional electric performance and acceleration across all trims.
- • Stylish and practical station wagon body type with ample cargo space.
- • Impressive range options, especially with the 150 kWh battery.
- • Advanced BEV architecture and cutting-edge technology features.
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating provides peace of mind.
Cons:
- • NIO's charging and battery swap infrastructure might be less widespread than established brands in some regions.
- • Premium pricing may be a barrier for some buyers compared to mainstream EVs.
- • Long-term reliability of a relatively new brand is still being proven.
- • Heavy vehicle due to large battery packs, impacting agility slightly.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | NIO |
| Model: | ET5 |
| Generation: | Touring |
| Modification (Engine): | Long Range 100 kWh (490 Hp) i4WD Electric |
| Start of production: | June, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 33.9 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1300 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 450-492 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4790 mm mm |
| Width: | 1960 mm mm |
| Height: | 1499 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2888 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1685 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1685 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) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/45 R19; 245/40 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 19; 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 100 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 490 Hp |
| System torque: | 700 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 610-680 km |
| All-electric range (CLTC): | 610-680 km |
| Electric motor power: | 204 Hp |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
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