Nio Delivers Its 40,000th ES8 Just 11 Days After the 30,000th Milestone

Nio has hit a significant milestone in its third-generation ES8 production by delivering its 40,000th unit just eleven days after hitting the 30,000 mark. The company’s rapid growth shows no signs of slowing down.

Key Takeaways

  • Nio delivered its 40,000th third-gen ES8 in just eleven days after the 30,000 milestone was reached.
  • The company met its annual target for this model within a hundred days of launch.
  • Orders for the entire year’s production capacity were sold out within two days of launching.

Nio founder William Li announced on social media that the 40,000th ES8 was delivered to an owner in Zhongshan. The model has been a hit since its launch at Nio Day 2025 back in September.

With deliveries starting just one day after launching, it’s clear how much demand there is for this large electric SUV. Families love the six- and seven-seat configurations which offer plenty of space for everyone to enjoy road trips comfortably.

The ES8 doesn’t come cheap though – its base price starts at RMB 406,800 ($58,010). But with features like a sleek design and advanced technology, it’s no surprise that people are willing to pay top dollar for this premium ride. Nio can now focus on delivering the remaining vehicles before year-end.

With about 20,000 units expected in December alone, it looks like there won’t be any slowdown anytime soon as demand continues to outpace supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ES8s did Nio deliver this November?

Nio delivered 10,689 third-gen ES8 units in November alone. That’s a record for the model.

What was the starting price of the new ES8 when it launched?

The base price including battery pack is RMB 406,800 ($58,010).

Nio’s success with its third-gen ES8 shows how strong demand is for high-quality electric SUVs in China. With more models on the way and a growing customer base, it looks like Nio has a bright future ahead.

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