Chinese maker of premium electric vehicles with battery-swap technology.
My NIO turns heads and the ownership perks make it feel like a premium brand should. The ride is supremely comfortable and the acceleration is genuinely thrilling. The only thing keeping it from five stars is that the range drops noticeably in cold weather, more than I expected.
Comfortable, fast, premium ownership feel
Range dips in cold weather
NIO clearly thinks about the small details, from the soft-close doors to the well-judged driver assistance. It has been reliable and the over-the-air updates keep adding features. My one gripe is that servicing options are limited where I live, so I plan trips around the nearest centre.
NIO has a RevWala Trust Score of 63/100 (Average), based on 5 customer reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5. Reviews are mixed — read recent ones before deciding.
NIO is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on RevWala, with a "Average" Trust Score.
NIO has 5 reviews on RevWala, including 3 verified reviews.
After a year with my NIO I am still delighted every time I get in. The battery-swap network means I never queue at chargers, the interior feels like a high-end lounge, and the driving experience is silky smooth. It genuinely competes with the established luxury names for far less stress.
Battery swap convenience, luxury feel, smooth drive
NIO really delivers a luxury feel, from the lounge-like interior to the in-car assistant. Performance is effortless and the build quality is top notch. I knocked off a star because the voice assistant occasionally misfires and the boot lip is a bit high for loading heavy bags.
Luxurious interior, effortless performance
Assistant glitches, high boot lip
The NIO battery-swap stations are exactly as good as advertised, getting me a full pack in minutes when I am in a hurry. The car is premium inside with lovely materials and a calm, quiet ride. Only minor gripe is that swap stations are still thin on the ground outside major cities.
Fast battery swapping, premium cabin
Limited swap station coverage
Thoughtful design, useful OTA updates
Sparse service coverage