NIO Group Reports 71% YTD Growth in April; ONVO L80 Set to Shake Up Luxury SUV Market

[Introduction]

SHANGHAI – NIO Inc. has achieved a significant milestone in its multi-brand expansion. On May 1st, the company announced its April 2026 delivery results, reaching 29,356 vehicles—a 22.8% year-over-year increase.

The group’s performance was bolstered by its three-pillar brand strategy:

• NIO Brand: 19,024 units delivered.
• ONVO (LeDao): 5,352 units (up 21.6% YoY).
• Firefly: 4,980 units delivered.

For the first four months of 2026, NIO Group has delivered 112,821 vehicles, representing a massive 71% growth compared to the same period last year. Total cumulative deliveries for the company now stand at 1,110,413 units.

[Section: Product Roadmap]

A Wave of New Launches in Q2

NIO is entering a dense product release cycle. Following the April launch of the 2026 ES6, EC6, ET5, and ET5T, the group is preparing for a busy May:

• ONVO L90 (2026): Deliveries begin May 9th.
• ONVO L80: Official launch and delivery on May 15th.
• NIO ES9: Set to launch and begin deliveries in late May.

[Section: Spotlight on ONVO L80]

The ONVO L80: Space, Tech, and Versatility

The ONVO L80 is positioning itself as a leader in the mid-to-large SUV segment with a competitive pre-sale price starting at 245,800 RMB ($34,100 USD). Buyers opting for NIO’s famous BaaS (Battery as a Service) can enter at just 159,800 RMB ($22,100 USD), with a monthly battery rental fee of 899 RMB for the 85kWh pack.

Design and Utility

Measuring 5,145mm (L) x 1,998mm (W) x 1,786mm (H) with a 3,110mm wheelbase, the L80 offers class-leading storage:

• Frunk: 240L (fits two 20-inch suitcases).
• Rear Cargo: 1,200L, expandable to 2,600L with second-row seats folded flat (2.2m depth).
• Smart Storage: Hidden dual-compartments (106L and 63L) for layered organization.

Interior Experience

The cabin is a “Digital Living Room” featuring:

• A 35-inch AR-HUD and 17.2-inch 3K central display.
• A 21.4-inch rear ceiling entertainment screen.
• An 8.8L smart refrigerator with a wide temperature range (0-50°C).
• A 1.1㎡ split panoramic sunroof with dual electric sunshades.

[Section: Technical Specifications]

Cutting-Edge Intelligence and Performance

The L80 debuts NIO’s next-gen computing power and chassis control.

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