Nio ES6 is one of the top-selling premium EV crossovers in China and outsold BMW X3 variant models for several months.
Nio ES6 is based on an all-new platform called NT 2.0 and rivals BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in terms of size and market position.
Nio considers itself a contemporary to BMW, Audi, or Mercedes-Benz and has a base price of around $47,000.
The Nio ES6 is powered by a dual-motor AWD setup good for a combined output of 490 horsepower. Those motors are fed by either a 75, 100, or 150 kWh battery.
Nio offers a surprisingly high amount of interior customization for the ES6 that includes an almost BMW-esque Camel color.
NOP+ (Navigate on Pilot Plus), Nio's Level 2 semi-autonomous driving software, is powered by a Nvidia Orin chip and adds LiDAR for an extra degree of precision.
Nio ES6's exterior design looks neat and sophisticated while the interio has only just one screen in front of the driver that shows speed and range, and another tablet-style screen for everything else.
Nio ES6's regenerative braking, steering weight, and even acceleration times are highly customizable within its five drive modes.
The ES6 is good at isolating the cabin from the outside world; It’s wicked quiet and outstandingly smooth – a breath of fresh air in an era of loud crossovers.
Nio ES6 still faces a challenge when it comes to entering new markets like the United States.