NIO has confirmed a packed launch calendar for 2026. The NIO ES8 5-seat version will officially launch in early July 2026 with simultaneous delivery, while the brand-new Ledao L80 SUV will debut in late April and go on sale on May 15, 2026 - World Family Day.
NIO ES8: The 48-Inch Skyline Dashboard
The fully updated ES8 is a technological leap forward. Its most dramatic feature is the Skyline screen system borrowed from the flagship ET9 - a continuous display combining a 48-inch miniLED digital skyline screen with a 15.6-inch AMOLED center display, all running NIO’s SkyOS operating system.
Console and Storage
The center console is clean, minimal, and purposeful - with wireless charging, large storage bins, and integrated controls that flow naturally from the driver’s hand position.
Frunk + Rear Access
As a flagship electric SUV, the ES8 offers a front trunk for extra storage. Rear passengers benefit from wide door openings and excellent legroom in both the 6-seat and 7-seat configurations.
Flagship Performance: 900V, 520kW, 3.97s 0-100
Under the hood, the new ES8 runs on a full 900V high-voltage platform. The dual-motor configuration delivers a combined 520kW and 700N·m of torque, with a 0-100km/h time of just 3.97 seconds. CLTC range reaches 635km. The suspension system uses a dual-chamber air suspension with CDC for exceptional ride quality.
Current ES8 Pricing
The current ES8 is available in 3 variants, priced at ¥406,800-¥446,800 (approx. $56,100-$61,600 USD). With BaaS (Battery as a Service) subscription, prices drop to ¥298,800-¥338,800 (approx. $41,200-$46,700 USD). Dimensions: 5,280mm long with a 3,130mm wheelbase - proper flagship SUV territory.
Also Coming: Ledao L80 on May 15
Ledao, NIO’s more affordable sub-brand, will launch its third model - the L80 - on World Family Day, May 15. Positioned between the L60 and L90, the L80 is a large 5-seat SUV focusing on space and practicality. Power options mirror the L90: single motor (340kW) or dual motor (440kW), with an 85kWh battery option on the NT3.0 platform.
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