- NextEV’s global brand NIO embodies the car company of the future
- Unveils the NIO EP9 electric supercar – the world’s fastest electric car
- NIO EP9 has beaten the fastest Nürburgring Nordschliefe EV lap time, achieving 7mins 5.12s
November 21st, London – Today, at a launch event at the Saatchi Gallery in London, UK, electric car company NextEV unveiled its brand, NIO. This visionary electric car brand will help users rediscover the ‘joyful lifestyle’ of car ownership by creating inspiring vehicles that deliver superior performance, a new benchmark for aesthetic design and unique user experiences.
Additionally, the company unveiled its electric supercar, the NIO EP9, which has achieved a new lap record at the Nürburgring Nordschliefe. On October 12th 2016, the EP9 lapped the 20.8km ‘Green Hell’ in 7m 05.12s, beating the previous EV lap record held, marking it out as the fastest electric car in the world. Additionally, on November 4th, it smashed the EV record at Circuit Paul Ricard in France, recording a time of 1m 52.78s, eclipsing the previous record of 2m 40s.
With four high-performance inboard motors and four individual gearboxes,the EP9 delivers 1-MegaWatt of power, equivalent to 1,360PS. The EP9 accelerates from 0-200kph in 7.1 seconds and has a top speed of 313kph. With an interchangeable battery system, the EP9 is designed to be charged in 45 minutes and has a range of 427 kilometres.
The carbon cockpit and chassis embodies a new approach to performance vehicle design to handle the physical demands of a car with 3G cornering capabilities, with added structural solidity and aero efficiency. The EP9 is capable of achieving 24,000 Newtons of downforce at 240kph.
the EP9 is designed to showcase NIO’s technological prowess in electric vehicles and high-performance automotive engineering.
Key Features:
- Performance: The EP9 is powered by four electric motors, one for each wheel, producing a combined output of 1,341 horsepower (1 megawatt). This allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 2.7 seconds, with a top speed of 313 km/h (194 mph).
- Range: The car has a range of around 426 kilometers (265 miles) on a single charge, depending on driving conditions.
- Battery: The EP9 features a swappable battery system, allowing for quick replacement of depleted batteries, significantly reducing downtime during extended drives.
- Design: The EP9’s design is both aerodynamic and futuristic, with a focus on maximizing downforce and stability at high speeds. It has a carbon fiber body and chassis, which contributes to its lightweight structure.
- Track Records: The EP9 has set multiple records on renowned tracks, including the Nürburgring Nordschleife, where it became one of the fastest electric vehicles to complete a lap.
- Production: The EP9 was initially produced in a limited run, with only a few units made available to the public, primarily for NIO’s investors and early backers.
The NIO EP9 is a remarkable achievement in the electric vehicle space, blending cutting-edge technology with extreme performance capabilities.
NextEV Founder and Chairman, William Li, said: “Today we launched our electric supercar that broke the record at the Nordschliefe. The NIO EP9 was born to push limits and is the first stage of automotive production for NIO. It is a statement of our vision and technical and manufacturing capabilities. It is a best-in-class product that showcases what is possible with electric vehicles. We believe that when the car ownership experience exceeds expectations, electric vehicles will become the natural choice for everyone, leading to a more sustainable tomorrow. And with that, our vision of a blue sky will come true.”
