NIO ET7: The flagship of the Chinese startup arrives loaded with technology

Designing and creating a vehicle from scratch is a really complex and expensive task.. This last point is the one that has the greatest impact when setting up a project of such caliber. We know very well, well many have been the brands that have wanted to start their journey and have not been able to. Of these, a large number come from China, one of the countries that has demonstrated the greatest capacity for evolution and work.

The proof is in NIO, a firm that was born six years ago. Yes, because it was founded in the year 2014 by Tencent. For those who do not know who hides behind that name, it goes without saying that it is a multinational dedicated to the production of services on the Internet, artificial intelligence development and advertising in your country. Thus, it is not strange that they have created the OIL ET7, an electric sedan with a high technological level. You don't believe it, well look...

The lines of the NIO ET7 hide its more than 5 meters in length

From the almost complete arrival of NIO ET7 We talked to you a few days ago. At that time the Chinese firm published a teaser in which they showed the side view of their new sedan. Well, now we have the first official data and it must be recognized that their ambitions have solid foundations. First of all, because the image of this vehicle is very attractive. They have achieved this based on combine soft lines with well studied proportions.

The front stands out for its Scratched Full LED optics combined with a bumper with discreet lines. There is no lack of a small lower cooling intake and two located on the sides that hide secondary optics. If we go to the lateral view we can appreciate the smoothness of stress lines that run through doors or wheel arches. Everything helps to hide the 3,06 meters of battle or an exterior size that reaches about 5,09 meters.

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Finally we must take a look at the rear of the ET7. Following the prevailing fashion, its optics use LED technology and, in addition, they are united in the center. As in the front, the lines that define its physiognomy are fluid and very simple. This is helped by the integration of the rear window in the tailgate, sporting an elegant and dynamic fastback or coupé silhouette. Everything, watched through the LIDAR radars of the corners.

Quality and technology in abundance in a minimalist interior

If the external image of the NIO ET7 is elegant and fluid inside, its designers follow a similar pattern. It stands out for including a large technological arsenal in the form of digital screens. Behind the steering wheel is a 102-inch that includes HUD technology. Presiding over the dashboard we have a 12,8-inch screen that is complemented by 23 speakers. In addition, it integrates intelligent “invisible” ventilation outlets.

With everything, what is truly important about the NIO ET7 is the technology that accompanies it. According to those responsible, it launches the first UWB digital key in the world. In addition, it brings together eleven 8MP cameras, LIDAR and Adam radars as well as a NIO supercomputing system. All this amalgamation of elements make up the necessary hardware to take the next step: the autonomous driving.

As stated by the responsible for NIO in the presentation of the ET7...

«The ET7 presents the latest NAD (NIO Autonomous Driving) technology from NIO based on NIO Aquila Super Sensing and NIO Adam Super Computer. NAD provides safer and more relaxing autonomous driving from point A to point B, gradually covering cases such as highways, cities, parking and battery change »

According to the quality of materials and fits We are, at least visually, facing a product that seeks to get closer to the premium ones. Due to its size and wheelbase, it should offer a lots of legroom and boot space, although both data have not been announced yet. Among other elements to highlight in its profuse list of equipment we have some hidden door handles or wireless updates.

And the best Solid State Batteries for 2022!

Next we will review his technique. The OIL ET7, initially, is offered with two battery options. the smallest has 70 kWh of energy capacity and the most capable increases the data to 100 kWh. As announced by the firm, following the NEDC approval standard, it reaches 500 kilometers of autonomy with the first and 700 kilometers with the second. Where there are no variations is in the Powertrain that drives it.

The ET7 has a dual drive system. It has two electric motors, one on each axis.. The former is permanent magnet and the latter is induction. In addition, it has SiC electronic power control. As a result, we have a power of 480 kW (653 hp) and 850 Nm of maximum torque. So it is not surprising that it accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 3,9 seconds.

If all this sounds good to you, great news will arrive in 2022. A lithium-ion battery pack with 150 kWh energy capacity will arrive on those dates. But best of all, it will be solid, leaving behind the electrolytes that accompany the current ones. Thus its energy density will be up to 360 Wh/kg which is up to 50 percent more than the current 100 kWh.

For now we only know that the new batteries will offer good duration and higher charging efficiency. The details remain there, although those responsible have announced that this package can be used by the models that are already in circulation. For this they offer a interchangeable system that will allow them to be inserted into the compartment where the current ones are housed.

Prices of the NIO ET7 for the United States

Finally we must talk about your price. For now, the data that is available is limited to the United States. A priori it might seem that they are high but these rates do not take into account the possible discounts granted by public administrations. In addition, for those customers who already have a NIO, they will still be able to benefit from greater discounts. Finally, There are two modes of purchase: one total and one with battery rental.

Source - NIO