Gasgoo Munich-June 9. NIO announced that retail sales of its new ES8 climbed to 11,472 units in May, securing the top spot in the large SUV segment and the market above 400,000 yuan for the sixth consecutive month.
Since November 2025, the new ES8 has surpassed 10,000 retail units for seven straight months. In May, it stood as the only model to break that threshold in both the large SUV category and the 400,000 yuan-plus price bracket. With such a standout performance, the new ES8 is cementing its dominance in the high-end pure electric SUV market.
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NIO launched the new ES8 in September 2025. On the intelligent driving front, the hardware features the Shenji NX9031 chip with computing power exceeding 1,000 TOPS, alongside three LiDAR units and a 4D imaging radar. System-wise, it runs NIO's World Model (NWM) to enable point-to-point autonomous navigation, covering scenarios from industrial parks and parking lots to urban roads and battery swapping stations.
Powering the new ES8 is a dual-motor system delivering a maximum output of 520 kW, paired with a ternary lithium battery supplied by CATL. The vehicle also adopts a 900V ultra-fast charging and swapping platform, with a maximum voltage reaching 925V. Supported by NIO's third-generation smart platform, the car achieves a maximum 5C charging rate—adding over 250 km of range in just five minutes—or a battery swap in under three minutes. Peak charging power hits 600 kW, with a peak current of 765 A.
Riding the wave of rising sales, NIO has rolled out limited-time purchase incentives. According to the company, customers who order and lock in a new ES8 between now and July 31, 2026, will receive a complimentary pilot's zero-gravity seat for the driver, five years of free access to NOP+ autonomous navigation, and a five-piece aviation suite.
Buyers can also apply for a 60-month financing plan offered by NIO's partner institutions. The scheme requires zero down payment, with a 0% annualized rate for the first 36 months and 3% for the final 24 months.
