NIO ET9: The Pinnacle of Luxury Electric Sedans
The NIO ET9, a flagship large-scale pure electric executive sedan, is set to commence deliveries in March 2025. First showcased at the NIO Day in December 2023, this premium model is priced at a pre-sale estimate of 800,000 RMB. As NIO's most expensive vehicle, the ET9 is designed to compete with foreign luxury brands like Mercedes-Maybach in the Chinese high-end executive sedan market.
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Key Features:
Exterior Design: The ET9 showcases NIO's signature split-headlight design, with fluid and dynamic body lines and a fastback silhouette that adds a sporty touch. A rooftop LiDAR and side cameras enhance its technological presence. Measuring 5325/2017/1621 mm in length, width, and height, with a wheelbase of 3250 mm, the ET9 offers a spacious interior for passengers.
Interior Layout: Featuring a four-seat layout with individual space for each seat, the ET9 is equipped with a full-segment AR head-up display system, a streaming rearview mirror, a 15.6-inch AMOLED central control screen, a 14.5-inch rear display, and an 8-inch rear multi-function control screen, exuding luxury and technological sophistication.
Power System: The ET9 is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, with a front motor rated at 180kW and a rear motor at 340kW, delivering a peak torque of 5000N·m. The vehicle utilizes a full-domain 900V high-voltage architecture, compatible with charging stations from 500V to 1000V.
Battery and Range: Equipped with a 120kWh ternary lithium battery from CATL, the ET9 supports 5C fast charging, enabling a 255-kilometer energy boost in just 5 minutes, with battery swapping taking only 3 minutes.
Intelligent Driving: The ET9 will feature two NIO self-developed 5nm intelligent driving chips (NX9031), paired with the Qualcomm 8295 to form the central supercomputing platform ADAM2.0, supporting computational functions across six major areas: intelligent driving, smart cockpit, smart chassis, body, power, and cloud domain.
Chassis System: The ET9 will be equipped with the SkyRide·TianXing, a fully active hydraulic suspension system that is the world's first integrated system of its kind. This system supports significant height adjustments and can adjust the stiffness and height of the suspension in real-time based on road conditions and driving needs, providing a more comfortable ride. Additionally, the ET9 will feature rear-wheel steering technology to further enhance the vehicle's handling and stability.
Highlights and Innovations:
SkyRide TianXing Intelligent Chassis: One of the ET9's standout features, this system can vibrate at high frequencies to effectively remove snow from the vehicle's surface. It can also work with a smartphone's gyroscope to wirelessly control the vehicle's six-directional movement, such as controlling a rooftop table soccer game.
900V High-Voltage Architecture: The ET9 is the world's first mass-produced 900V electric vehicle. This architecture improves charging efficiency, reduces energy loss, and enhances vehicle performance.
Self-Developed Intelligent Driving Chips: The ET9 is the first model to feature NIO's self-developed NX9031 chip. With a 5nm process, this chip is powerful enough to achieve higher levels of autonomous driving capabilities.
Market Positioning and Competition:
The ET9 is positioned in the high-end executive sedan market, targeting successful individuals who pursue the ultimate experience. It will compete with established D-class luxury sedans such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7 Series, and Audi A8.
Summary:
The NIO ET9 is a flagship model that combines intelligent technology, luxurious comfort, and exceptional performance. It represents NIO's latest achievements in the field of smart electric vehicles and demonstrates its determination to enter the high-end market. However, the ET9's high price and later delivery time also present certain challenges for its market performance.