Nio has revealed the 2025 ET5 sedan, introducing design changes, hardware upgrades, and cabin revisions as part of a broader effort to keep the model competitive in China’s EV market. The updated version maintains the existing platform but incorporates adjustments to improve functionality and user experience.
The front of the sedan features redesigned daytime running lights in a new parallelogram shape, replacing the earlier boomerang-style units. The headlights now use LED matrix technology with a sharper trapezoidal outline. The bumper has also been reshaped with larger air inlets, contributing to minor aerodynamic gains.
Key structural elements like the panoramic glass roof, frameless doors, and flush door handles remain unchanged. At the rear, a minor lip spoiler has been added above the lightbar taillight.
A significant change comes from the autonomous driving hardware. While the lidar sensor and cameras retain their placement, they now operate with Nio’s in-house NX9031 chip, which is based on 5nm architecture. The new processor is designed to improve data processing speed and increase the accuracy of automated driving functions.
The interior details of the new ET5 have not yet been revealed. However, NIO has previously confirmed that the 2025 ET5, ET5T, ES6, and EC6 models will all adopt the same horizontal screen design as the flagship ET9 sedan. These models will also feature NIO’s self-developed chips and be equipped with the full-capacity version of the Sky OS vehicle-wide operating system.
The in-car AI assistant, NOMI, has been revised to support more advanced voice interaction. The centre console has been restructured, offering two wireless charging pads and additional storage compartments—minor layout changes aim to improve usability during daily operation.
Mechanically, the 2025 ET5 keeps its dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, delivering a total output of 360 kW. Battery options remain the same, with a 75 kWh pack offering up to 560 km of range and a 100 kWh version extending that to 710 km under the CLTC cycle. Both versions support 180 kW fast charging and are compatible with Nio’s battery-swapping stations.
The vehicle has been submitted for regulatory approval and carries the “Champion Edition” designation, suggesting pricing or feature bundling adjustments. Its market launch is scheduled for later this month, alongside the updated ET5 Touring. The ET5 will compete with the Xiaomi SU7 and BYD Han L models.
Source: IT-Home
