360 km 
200 km/h 
4.1Sec 
500 km/h
Charging Port Type CCS Type 2 (Charging Port type affects charging station compatibility.) 
Max AC Charging 11 KW Home Charging, 3-Phase support. On-board AC charger (inverter) Capacity affects AC charging speed. Max DC Charging 140 KW Maximum power the car can accept from a DC faster charger. Architecture 400 V Higher power train voltage means faster charging and better efficiency. Battery Capacity (Usable) 73.5 kWh Net battery capacity that is available for use. Motor / Power Performance Around 400 kW (644 hp) 2 motors (PMSM Front, IM Rear) Torque 850 Nm Peak Toque of the car’s electric motor 0-100 km/h 4.1 Second acceleration time from standstill to 100 km/h Top Speed 200 km/h Maximum speed the car can reach Charging 10→ 80% 30 minutes Under Ideal Conditions
About NIO EL8 Standard Range 2025
What’s New for 2025?
- European push with the second-gen large SUV on the NT2 platform.
- Updated compute for Aquila Super Sensing and the PanoCinema cockpit.
- Latest NOMI OS, enhanced connectivity and feature set; EL8 naming in Europe.
Design & Exterior
“Design for AD” cues include a sleek profile, flush handles, and the watchtower sensor layout (with lidar). Signature Double-Dash DRLs crown X-Line headlamps. Proportions project presence without fuss.
Interior, Tech & Cargo
Minimalist, premium cabin with seating for six and airy glazing. Central AMOLED display, driver display, and NOMI voice assistant anchor the experience. Cargo measures 265 L (max 810 L); no dedicated frunk is listed.
Performance & Driving Experience
- Powertrain: Dual-motor AWD (PMSM front 180 kW, IM rear 300 kW) for a combined 480 kW and 850 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: 4.1 s; Top speed: 200 km/h.
- Multiple drive modes and configurable regen deliver smooth, confident progress.
| Combined Efficiency | 170 Wh/km |
|---|---|
| Total System Power | 290 kW (394 PS) |
| Total Torque | 495 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h |
| Drive | All-wheel drive (dual motor) |
Price & Regional Availability
| Country/Region | Price |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | — |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | — |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | — |
| 🇺🇸 United States | — |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | — |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | — |
| 🇨🇳 China | ¥699,000 |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | — |
Prices shown are manufacturer MSRPs where available; exclude incentives and may vary by region and spec. Values subject to change.
Real-World Range Estimates
Between 260 – 515 km
| Condition | City | Highway (110 km/h) | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 690 km | 455 km | 580 km |
| 🌦️ Average Weather | — | — | 575 km |
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 410 km | 320 km | 360 km |
- ❄️ Cold Weather = −10 °C with heating;
- 🌤️ Mild Weather = 23 °C without A/C; Highway = 110 km/h constant.
- Actual range varies with driving style, speed, climate.
Long Distance Suitability (1-Stop Range) ★★1/2☆☆
| First Stop Distance | 264 km | First Stop Duration | 2h 24min |
| Charging Stop | 0km | Charging Stop | 15 min |
| Second Stop Distance | 125 km | Second Stop Duration | 1h 8min |
| Total Distance | 388 km | Total Duration | 3h 47min |
| Weather | 1-Stop Range |
|---|---|
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 654 km |
| 🌦️ Average Weather | 569 km → ★★1/2☆☆ |
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 481 km |
The “long distance suitability” is a 5-star rating indicating how suitable a vehicle is for long trips. It’s based on the 1-Stop Range: total distance with one 15-minute DC fast-charging stop.
2025 thresholds:
- 0☆ <200 km;
- 1★ 200–325;
- 2★ 325–450;
- 3★ 450–575;
- 4★ 575–700;
- 5★ >700 km.
- Half-stars are assigned by linear interpolation.
Battery Details
| Nominal / Usable Capacity | 100.0 kWh / 98.0 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery Type / Cathode | Lithium-ion • NCM |
| Architecture / Nominal Voltage | 400 V • — |
| Cells / Pack Config | — / — |
| Form Factor / Name | — / — |
| Warranty | 8 years / 200,000 km |
Charging Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Home / Destination (AC) | Type 2 (rear). AC onboard: 11 kW. 0→100% ≈ 9 h 15 m; ~62 km/h. |
| Fast DC (CCS) | CCS (rear). Peak 250 kW; avg ~145 kW (10→80%). 10→80% ≈ 28 m; ~830 km/h session rate. |
| Plug & Charge | Supported (ISO 15118) |
| Autocharge | Not supported |
| Battery Preconditioning | Supported; triggered via nav |
Home & Destination Charging (0→100%)
Charging via wall plug or station. Public AC always via station. Speed depends on EVSE and vehicle’s AC capability. 1-phase / 3-phase availability varies by region.
| Type 2 AC Charging | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point | Max | Power | Time | Rate |
| Wall Plug 2.3 kW | 2.3 | 2.3 | 42 h 45 m | 13 km/h |
| 1-Phase 16A | 3.7 | 3.7 | 26 h | 22 km/h |
| 1-Phase 32A | 7.4 | 7.4 | 13 h | 45 km/h |
| 3-Phase 16A | 11 | —† | 26 h | 22 km/h |
| 3-Phase 32A | 22 | 11† | 26 h | 22 km/h |
† limited by onboard charger
Fast Charging (10→80%)
| Point | Max | Avg | Time | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCS 50 | 50 | 45† | 78 min | 230 km/h |
| CCS 100 | 100 | 90† | 48 min | 410 km/h |
| CCS 150 | 150 | 125† | 36 min | 620 km/h |
| CCS 175 | 175 | 135† | 33 min | 680 km/h |
| CCS 350 | 250† | 145† | 28 min | 830 km/h |
† limited by vehicle capabilities.
Claimed Charging Specs (Manufacturer)
Max = peak power, Avg = over 10→80%, Time = duration, Rate = average km/h.
| Max Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 kW | No data | No data | No data | — |
• Max. Power: The maximum charging power reached during the session.
• Charge From: The starting battery state-of-charge (% SoC).
• Charge To: The target battery state-of-charge (% SoC).
• Time: Total time required for the charging session.
Performance & Drivetrain
| Power / Torque | 290 kW (394 PS) • 495 Nm |
|---|---|
| 0–100 | 5.2 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h |
| Drive | AWD |
Energy Consumption & Efficiency
| Basis | Range | Rated | Vehicle | Fuel-eq |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Range | 575 km | — | 170 Wh/km | 1.9 L/100 km |
| WLTP | 645 km | 160 Wh/km | 148 Wh/km | 1.8 / 1.6 L/100 km |
- TEL = Test Energy Low
- TEH = Test Energy High (if available).
- Rated = includes charging losses.
- Vehicle = energy used for propulsion & auxiliary loads.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation
Between 143 – 283 km
| Scenario | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ Cold Weather | 190 Wh/km | 255 Wh/km | 228 Wh/km |
| 🌤️ Mild Weather | 120 Wh/km | 180 Wh/km | 150 Wh/km |
Safety Rating
| Region | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | — | Not listed |
| North America | — | Not listed |
| South America | — | Not listed |
Dimensions & Weight
| L×W×H | 5063×1960×1760 mm |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 3150 mm |
| Weight | 2650 / 3195 / 545 kg |
| Cargo (up / max / frunk) | 362 L / 1778 L / 0 L |
| Roof Load | 75 kg |
| Tow Hitch | Not rated |
| Turning Circle | 11.8 m |
| Platform | NIO NT 3.0 |
| Body / Segment | SUV • E / Luxury • Yes roof rails |
| Heat Pump | Yes |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
| Capability | Status | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| V2L | No | Power external devices |
| V2H | No | Home backup |
| V2G | No | Export to grid |
| BPT | No | Umbrella term for bidirectional features |
Miscellaneous
| Seats / ISOFIX | 6 / — |
|---|---|
| Platform / Segment | NT 3.0 / E-Luxury SUV |
Preceding Model
| Metric | Earlier EL8 Standard | Current | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range | — | 575 km | — |
| 0–100 km/h | — | 5.2 s | — |
| Efficiency | — | 170 Wh/km | — |
Previous Generation |
Next Generation |
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There are no earlier versions of this car |
There are no newer versions of this car |
Why You'll Love It 😘
- Luxurious six-seat cabin
- Rapid AWD performance
- Cutting-edge tech suite
- Battery swap potential
- Impressive towing capacity
Why You Might Think Twice 🤔
- High purchase price
- Modest standard range
- New EU brand
- Okay DC charge speed
- Bulky city size
1-Stop Range Definition 🔋
For vehicles without fast-charging capability, only the distance of the first stop is considered.
🚗 Driving Profile
- Begin with a fully charged battery
- Stop 1: Drive until the battery reaches 10% state-of-charge (SoC)
- Perform a 15-minute fast charge
- Stop 2: Continue driving until the battery again reaches 10% SoC
📋 Assumptions
- Driving speed, climate, and environmental conditions are based on Real Range Highway data
- No additional time required to initiate or stop the charging session
- The charging station always delivers the maximum power requested by the vehicle
- The battery is assumed to be in optimal health and condition
⚠️ Important Note : In real-world driving, it is practically impossible to replicate these conditions exactly.
This benchmark should therefore be viewed as a comparative metric, designed to evaluate vehicles under standardized conditions rather than predict exact trip distances.
5-Star Rating Definition ★
Assignment of Stars in 2025
- ☆ 0 less than 200 km
- ★ from 200 km to 325 km
- ★★ from 325 km to 450 km
- ★★★ from 450 km to 575 km
- ★★★★ from 575 km to 700 km
- ★★★★★ more than 700 km
Based on 2025 thresholds: 3 stars awarded for 490 km average. Half-stars interpolated. Vehicles with a rating between these values receive a rating based on a linear scale.
Fast Charging (10 -> 80%) ⚡
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80% Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
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