On December 23, NIO Day was held in Xi'an, and the NIO ET9 was officially unveiled. It is reported that the car brings together the latest technology research and development achievements of NIO - self-developed intelligent driving chip, global 900V high-voltage architecture, Tianxing chassis system, flagship-level safety standards, and four core technologies were unveiled at the same time, defining a new experience of executive flagship with innovative technology. NIO officially said that NIO ET9 is a "most decent, comfortable and safe" intelligent electric executive flagship designed for a new generation of high-end business users.
In terms of appearance, the car adopts a length of 5325 mm, a width of 2016 mm, a height of 1620 mm, a wheelbase of 3250 mm, and adopts an innovative flying body design, which can meet the user's requirements for cabin space, comfort, peace of mind and control. In addition, the 23-inch aluminum alloy forged high-gloss color-block wheels adopt a self-formal suspension wheel design, with the largest tire diameter in the same class of 790mm, and the aura is powerful. Far exceeding the 200mm ground clearance of the executive flagship of the same level, the posture is more upright and the field of vision is broader, bringing a safe and calm flagship driving experience.
In terms of perception, the NIO ET9's iconic watchtower-style sensor layout continues to lead the times, with lidar and front-view cameras placed on the roof, while dual-side wide-angle lidars are added to enhance lateral perception through the integration of metal fenders on both sides. For the first time, it is equipped with 4D millimeter-wave imaging radar, which relies on excellent penetration and greatly increases forward perception ability.
The NIO ET9 adopts a native executive four-seat layout, with an interior space of 2,049 mm in length and 1,563 mm in width. At the same time, a large number of groundbreaking designs have created an unprecedented mobile administrative space. The innovative "Sky Island" and "Executive Bridge" design create four exclusive first-class immersive experiences.
It is worth mentioning that NIO ET9 is also equipped with NIO's first self-developed intelligent driving chip - Shenji NX9031. The chip is the industry's first intelligent driving chip manufactured using 5nm automotive process, with more than 50 billion transistors, and through the self-developed inference acceleration unit NPU (NPU TPP computing power, Total Power Performance
In terms of battery and battery life, the NIO ET9 is equipped with China's first "global 900V high-voltage architecture", including core electronic and electrical components such as batteries, motors, wiring harnesses, air conditioners, DC-DC, and on-board chargers, and has three global firsts with a maximum voltage of 925V, a peak charging power of 600kW, and a peak charging current of 765A, setting a new industry standard limit.
In terms of chassis, the NIO ET9 is equipped with the SkyRide intelligent chassis system for the first time, which integrates the three core hardware systems of steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering and fully active suspension for the first time, and is currently the world's only fully intelligent chassis by wire. The suspension supports large height adjustment, can make 1,000 torque adjustments per second, and the four wheels are independently controlled to meet the needs of multi-scene driving.
At the event, Li Bin, founder, chairman and CEO of NIO, announced that NIO ET9 will officially start delivery in the first quarter of 2025, and it can be booked now, with a pre-sale price of 800,000 yuan. In addition, users who book before the official launch of the car can enjoy the rights and interests of 5,000 yuan to pay 10,000 yuan, and can also get 100 hours of exclusive driver service.