A FAST EV WAGON FOR HALF THE PRICE OF A TAYCAN! I DRIVE THE NIO ET5 TOURING FOR THE FIRST TIME

EV Channels Review

The NIO ET5 Touring is presented as a compelling electric wagon alternative, offering a sporty design and practical utility at a significantly lower price point than competitors like the Porsche Taycan. The reviewer highlights its impressive acceleration, particularly noting a substantial increase in power output and regenerative braking compared to the ET5 sedan. The spacious trunk, comfortable interior with ambient lighting, and advanced features like the Nomi voice assistant and a retractable tow hitch are praised. However, the review points out several drawbacks: the battery swap functionality, a key selling point for NIO, was non-operational on this pre-production model due to software issues. Additionally, the reviewer notes a lack of rear seat amenities such as pockets and climate controls, and expresses disappointment with the DC fast charging performance, which, while improved in this model, is still considered not competitive for the European market where battery swap stations are less prevalent. Despite these criticisms, the overall impression is that the ET5 Touring is a fun, well-balanced, and impressive vehicle, especially for its price, with potential to be a strong contender if it were available in the US.