China’s largest electric SUV, Nio ES9, was seen during winter tests in the northern region. The ES9 will enter the domestic market this year to become the ultimate flagship of the lineup. It has a body length of around 5.4 meters and a peak power of 697 hp.
The Nio ES9 spy photos were shared by a Weibo car blogger nicknamed Delu Aikaiche. According to his information, the car undergoes cold-weather tests in Yakeshi, Inner Mongolia. It is well-known as one of the coldest places in China, with temperatures dropping below -30°C. The spotted car wears tricky camouflage with painted running lights. However, it’s easy to distinguish the massive ES9 by a LiDAR sensor and two cameras on the roof.
The spotted Nio ES9 adopts a closed front end with a rectangular air intake and large headlamps. It rides on 22-inch multi-spoke wheels and boasts power side steps. The ES9 adopts retractable door handles that will soon be prohibited by the Chinese regulator. The car also has conventional side-view mirrors and a slightly curved roofline.
Interior spy shots of the Nio ES9 also leaked online, showing a signature Nomi voice assistant and a large touchscreen on the center console. The ES9 also has an augmented reality head-up display and a streaming rearview mirror. According to previous information, the Nio flagship will be available with 6 and 7 seats inside.
More about the Nio ES9
The Nio ES9 is a full-size SUV with dimensions of 5365/2029/1870 mm and a wheelbase of 3,250 mm. For clarity, it is only 17 mm shorter than the Cadillac Escalade. But the ES9 has a 179-mm longer wheelbase. According to data from the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the car’s curb weight reaches 2,915 kg with a gross weight of 3,490 kg.
The ES9 has a dual-motor AWD with a peak power of 520 kW (697 hp). The car’s top speed reaches 220 km/h. Similar to other Nio-branded cars, the ES9 supports the battery-swap technology. It is expected to come standard with a 102 kWh ternary NMC battery manufactured by CATL.
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