The NIO ES8 is the brand's full-size flagship SUV, offering six- or seven-seat layouts, dual-motor performance and battery-swap capability. It sits at the top of NIO's SUV range.
China-market price from
$73,451
CN¥498,000
Up to $97,050 (CN¥658,000) for top trims
Specifications & pricing
Brand
NIO
Body type
SUV
Segment
Full-size 6/7-seat SUV
Powertrain
Electric (BEV)
Model year
2024
Range (CLTC)
605 km
Battery
100 kWh
Power
644 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9 s
Top speed
200 km/h
Length
5099 mm
Drivetrain
AWD
Seats
6
NIO ES8 price in USD — explained
In its home market, the NIO ES8 from NIO starts at CN¥498,000, which is approximately $73,451 at a reference exchange rate of about 6.78 CNY to 1 USD. Higher trims and option packages can raise the price to around $97,050. It is a 2024 full-size 6/7-seat suv suv with a electric (bev) powertrain and a CLTC-rated range of about 605 km, producing 644 hp. Note that prices outside China are typically higher due to import duties, shipping, taxes and local market positioning.
Figures: 2024 China marketReviewed June 2026Source
For traders & importers
Exported (select markets)
Drive configuration
LHD
Left-hand drive only.
Key export markets
United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia
Minimum order
Usually 1–5 units via trading companies; volume improves pricing.
Wholesale note: The NIO ES8 is exported (select markets). Indicative wholesale pricing tracks the China retail price less dealer margin, plus export prep — confirm current FOB with your supplier.
Indicative landed cost
Estimated total to land one unit (China retail as FOB proxy, RoRo freight, duty, VAT and clearing). Use the calculator to refine with a negotiated FOB and margin.
Market
Duty
VAT
Est. landed cost
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates
5%
5%
$82,452
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia
5%
15%
$90,619
Indicative only · reviewed June 2026 · Trade guides
