Electric car database
NIO electric cars
Every NIO EV in the database — tap a model for charging times, compatible stations, prices and full specs.
- Model lines
- 5
- On sale now
- 3
- Best range*
- 505 km
NIO EL6
AvailableSUV · 2 variants
NIO EL7
DiscontinuedSUV · 2 variants
NIO EL8
AvailableSUV · 2 variants
NIO ET5
AvailableSedan · 4 variants
NIO ET7
DiscontinuedSedan · 2 variants
*PlugSphere real-world range estimates (bar scaled to 750 km). Data last checked 17 July 2026.
NIO electric cars — common questions
Answers computed from the live PlugSphere vehicle database.
Which NIO electric car has the longest range?
The longest-range NIO EV on sale is the NIO ET5 Long Range, with an estimated 500 km of real-world driving. Every NIO model page shows the full variant-by-variant range breakdown.
What is the cheapest NIO electric car?
The most affordable NIO EV with a current price in our database is the NIO ET5 Standard Range, from €59,500 (VAT included, DE market). Local pricing differs between Germany, the Netherlands and the UK.
How fast do NIO electric cars charge?
The quickest-charging NIO model is the NIO EL8 Long Range: an estimated 20 minutes from 10–80% at a powerful DC charger, sustaining about 190 kW. Slower models in the range take longer — each model page lists times at 50, 150 and 350 kW chargers.
How many electric models does NIO have in 2026?
NIO has 5 electric model lines in the PlugSphere database, 3 of them currently on sale. Counts update as new models launch and old ones are discontinued.
How long does a NIO EV battery last?
Like other modern EVs, NIO packs are built to outlast the industry-standard warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km to at least 70% capacity — fleet telemetry puts average degradation near 1.8–2% a year, so around 80% typically remains after a decade. NIO's lineup in our database uses NCM and LFP+NCM chemistry — its LFP packs tolerate the most charge cycles.
How much does a NIO battery replacement cost?
Out of warranty, budget roughly €100–180 per kWh plus labour: NIO's packs span 73.5–90 kWh in our database, which works out to approximately €7,400–€16,200 for a full pack. Inside the 8-year battery warranty a defective pack is replaced free, and partial module repairs are often far cheaper.
Should I charge my NIO to 100%?
For NIO models with LFP batteries — 3 in our database — yes: LFP chemistry handles daily 100% charging well and it keeps the range estimate calibrated. For the NCM/NCA models, 80% is the kinder daily target. Each model page states which chemistry the car uses.
Are NIO EV batteries reliable?
There is no independent brand-by-brand failure index, but the fundamentals are measurable: NIO covers its packs with the industry-standard 8-year warranty, and EV batteries across all brands show low failure rates with gradual, predictable capacity loss rather than sudden death. NIO uses proven NCM and LFP+NCM chemistry across its range. Check each model page for its exact chemistry and battery size.