The ES6 mixed a permanent-magnet motor with an induction motor on the same axle, the first SUV in the world built that way.
Median 217 hp across 467 similar cars
Lead trim: ES6 dual-motor AWD (400 kW / 544 PS)
NIO ES6 first generationFirst generation · 2019–2023
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FactThe ES6 mixed a permanent-magnet motor with an induction motor on the same axle, the first SUV in the world built that way.
The Nio ES6, Nio's second SUV, was announced at Nio Day in December 2018 and entered production in 2019 for the Chinese market, sharing its platform with the EC6; it was the world's first SUV combining permanent-magnet and induction motors. The dual-motor four-wheel-drive system peaks at 400 kW (544 PS) and 535 lb-ft, for 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and up to 610 km NEDC range on the 100 kWh battery (70 and 84 kWh packs were also offered). All-aluminium body and chassis with active air suspension. Wheelbase 2,900 mm (114 in), length 4,850 mm (191 in), width 1,965 mm (77 in), height 1,758 mm (69 in), curb weight 2,290-2,345 kg (5,049-5,170 lb).
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| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES6 dual-motor AWD (400 kW / 544 PS) | 2019–2023 | Electric | 536 hp | 535 lb-ft | 4.7 s | AWD | — | — |
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Audi forced Nio to rename this Corvette-sized SUV from ES6 to EL6 in Europe, saying the badge sat too close to the S6.
The ES6 mixed a permanent-magnet motor with an induction motor on the same axle, the first SUV in the world built that way.
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