NIO is gearing up for the official debut of its updated ES6 SUV, EC6 coupe SUV, ET5 sedan, and ET5 Touring on two important dates this May. The refreshed ES6 and EC6 will launch on May 16. Meanwhile, the refreshed ET5 and ET5 Touring are set to debut on May 25, and preview vehicles will be available for viewing beginning May 22.
Pre-orders open with Exclusive Incentives
NIO has begun taking pre-orders for all four updated models in China. Customers can secure a vehicle by making a RMB 5,000 ($690) deposit through the NIO App. As an extra motivation, individuals who place a pre-order now will get a RMB 1,000 bonus credit when their order is delivered.
Free Battery Swaps for Early Buyers
Moreover, customers who finalize their orders by June 30 will benefit from as many as 240 complimentary battery swaps throughout five years, greatly improving the value of these high-end electric vehicles.
Delivery Order Based on Confirmation Timing
Deliveries will be handled in the sequence in which orders are verified, ensuring a transparent and equitable distribution system.
Pricing Details Expected at Launch
Although NIO has not yet disclosed the pricing for the updated models, the 2024 versions were priced as follows:
- ES6: RMB 338,000
- EC6: RMB 358,000
- ET5: RMB 298,000
- ET5 Touring: RMB 298,000
Final pricing is expected to be announced during the official launch events.
Subtle Yet Impactful Design Updates
The updated models showcase slight exterior modifications, with reimagined front bumpers and fog light sections that shift from triangular shapes to more upright lines for a contemporary and aerodynamic look. The revised daytime running lights now feature a stylish parallelogram design, replacing the former boomerang style, and a Champion Edition emblem has been added to indicate the facelift.
Interior Upgrades and Smart Tech Integration
Interior upgrades feature a transition to horizontal center displays, substituting vertical ones, along with the incorporation of NIO’s proprietary Shenji autonomous driving chip, ensuring a more intelligent, secure, and opulent driving experience.
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