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NIO ES8

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DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IS THE EV DIFFERENTIATOR The days of power and acceleration being the differentiators between vehicles are almost in the past . The main factor driving the purchase of new cars is technological capability and the integration of artificial intelligence ( AI ) and digital devices . The ES8 uses NIO ’ s Nomi AI assistant , which activates many of the functions of the vehicle via voice commands . The system is designed to carry out multiple in-car functions with safety in mind and is also integral in the battery swapping process .

NIO ES8

ACCELERATION : 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds
RANGE : 360 miles
MAXIMUM POWER OUTPUT : 440kW
CHASSIS : 96.4 % aluminium
FEATURES :
• Nomi in-vehicle AI system
• NIO Pilot enabling 20 driver assistance features
• 3.01-metre wheelbase
• All-wheel drive
• Available in a six-seater and seven-seater model
• Vegan leather interior
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