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NIO ES6 Performance vs 2026 XPeng G6 Performance AWD
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Price
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$55,995.00
$42,000.00
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Our Rating
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5.8
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Brand
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NIO
XPeng
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Category
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Cars
Cars
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MODEL
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Models
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ES6 (Performance)
Performance AWD |
LAUNCH
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Announced
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December 15, 2018
2025 |
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Status
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In production / available
In production (2026 model year) |
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Country of origin
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China
China |
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Base Price
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RMB 398,000 (pre-subsidy) for Performance version
$42000 |
PERFORMANCE
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Power
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544 hp (544 PS), 400 kW total (dual-motor AWD) — 160 kW permanent magnet motor (front) + 240 kW induction motor (rear)
476 HP, AWD |
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Torque
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725 Nm
660 Nm |
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Acceleration
The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
4.7 seconds
(0–100 km/h): 4.0 s |
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Max Speed
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200 km/h
200 km/h |
BATTERY
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Capacity
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Variants include 84 kWh (original) and 100 kWh (long-range)
87.5 kWh |
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Tech
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Lithium-ion (NCM)
NMC, 800V architecture |
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Range
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84 kWh: ~510 km (NEDC)
100 kWh: up to ~610 km (NEDC)
(mi WLTP): ~342 mi |
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Consumption
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16.1 kWh/100 km (CLTC)
17.5–18 kWh/100 km |
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Recuperation
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Yes (regen braking, adjustable levels) |
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Heat Pump
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AC Charging
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7 kW AC charging for 100 kWh version
11 kW, 7 hours |
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DC Charging
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0–80% in ~60 minutes (for 100 kWh)
215–280 kW, 10–80% in ~20 min (newest trims up to 451 kW, ~12 min) |
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Others
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Supports NIO battery swap (common for NIO vehicles) — helps with “charging” via swapping.
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L), advanced thermal management |
BODY
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Type
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5-seat SUV (5-door)
5-door coupe SUV, 5 seats |
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Platform
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Uses NIO’s hybrid body construction (aluminum + carbon fiber) for strength and lightness.
SEPA 2.0 EV architecture |
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Dimensions
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Length: ~4,850 mm
Width: ~1,965 mm
Height: ~1,731 mm (for 100 kWh version)
4753 × 1920 × 1650 mm |
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Drag Co-Efficient
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0.25 Cd (newer versions)
0.248 Cd |
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Wheelbase
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2,900 mm
2890 mm |
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Weight
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For 2025 100 kWh model, curb weight ~2,336 kg
2195 kg |
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Suspension
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Five-link front and rear, with Continuous Damping Control (CDC) and optional active air suspension.
Front double-wishbone, rear multi-link independent |
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Wheels
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255/55 R19
19–20 inch alloy (trim dependent) |
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Trunk/Boot
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584 L
571 L (rear seats up), 1374 L (folded) |
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Towing
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Optional tow bar in some markets |
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Others
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Very stiff body (torsional stiffness ~44,930 Nm/degree) thanks to aluminum-carbon construction
High torsional rigidity (41,600 N·m/deg), integrated battery-body structure |
DISPLAYS
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Centre
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Large central touchscreen (multitouch) — NIO uses its own digital cockpit
14.96–15.6 inch touchscreen (Xmart OS) |
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Driver's Display
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Digital instrument cluster (fully digital)
10.2 inch digital cluster |
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Others
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NIO’s NOMI AI assistant is integrated in the cockpit (voice-based interaction)
Digital rear-view mirror in higher trims, ambient interior lighting |
COMFORT
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Seats
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5 seats; rear seats fold in a 40/20/40 layout for cargo flexibility
Heated, ventilated front; rear heated; massage (high trims) |
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Roof
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Standard hard roof
Panoramic glass roof (with optional starry effect) |
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Parking Aids
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Likely includes parking sensors, but exact spec not broadly published in early press; NIO Pilot (driver assistance) is present
360° cameras, auto-parking, remote parking (selected trims) |
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Connectivity
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NIO digital cockpit, voice assistant “NOMI”, over-the-air updates (FOTA)
OTA updates, WiFi/4G, smartphone app integration, voice AI |
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Others
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Intelligent Chassis Controller (ICC) works with CDC for ride comfort.
18-speaker premium sound (960 W), wireless charging pad |
SAFETY
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Airbags
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Full suite (front, side, curtain) |
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Driving Aids
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NIO Pilot (ADAS) hardware (with sensors)
Adaptive cruise, lane centering, blind-spot, traffic jam assist |
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Self Driving
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Level-2 capabilities (driver must remain engaged) — NIO Pilot system
XPILOT / XNGP (L2+/L3 in supported markets) |
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Crash Tests
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Five-star safety rating (C-NCAP & Euro NCAP) claimed by NIO
Meets C-NCAP 2024 / Euro NCAP 2023 standards, strong battery safety structure |
Note
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Others
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The ES6 Performance version uses both a permanent magnet motor and induction motor — this gives a good mix of efficiency and performance.
Strong body stiffness due to hybrid structure (aluminum + carbon fiber)
The Performance trim is more “sporty” with faster acceleration vs base/standard versions.
NIO offers a “battery as a service” (BaaS) model (optional), though exact cost depends on region (mostly China).
10–80% charge as fast as 12 minutes with latest 800V system
8-year / 160,000 km battery warranty (market-dependent)
Competitive base pricing undercuts rivals like Tesla Model Y and BYD Seal U |
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