Video Summary
The electric car reviewed shares similarities with BMW in driving and Mercedes in interior ergonomics. It has design continuity with other NIO vehicles. The NIO ES8 is the third renovation of this car model. The front design is more approachable than aggressive.The vehicle has a unique tall front end design to increase cargo space in the front trunk area, featuring 230 liters of storage. It has 22-inch Pirelli P Zero tires, which are optimized for silence, and can be upgraded from the 20-inch factory tires. The car comes with a rechargeable ceramic key that uses RF technology for added security and is charged through wireless charging inside of the car.
The vehicle boasts a total of 31 sensors to aid in autonomous driving and assist in steering. The car includes a radar, to better detect differences in elevation. Inside, the car has a panoramic mini LED strip that is 1.4 meters long. The car provides 27 speakers providing a vocal experience and also has additional speakers to account for sub-bass.
Rear seat features include zero-gravity seats, tables, and electric recline adjustments. The battery has a 102 kWh capacity, leading to a 635 kilometer range as rated by CLTC. Fast charging at a changing station takes only 3 minutes. High-end versions may feature a swappable 150-kWh battery.
The test vehicle also featured private tinted windows with manual curtains. The reviewer believes the car is more luxurious than a Mercedes.
