Nio Inc will welcome its 110,000th delivery of the third-generation ES8 this week, marking a significant milestone in the model's sales history. The ES8 has been a key contributor to Nio's financial turnaround, helping the company achieve its first-ever quarterly profit in the fourth quarter of 2025.
The third-generation ES8 contributed 44% of Nio Inc's total deliveries in April, with the company delivering 83,465 vehicles in the first quarter, beating the upper end of its guidance range of 80,000 to 83,000 units.
Nio's sales momentum is driven by the popularity of its electric SUVs, including the ES8, which has been at the top of the retail sales charts in China's large SUV market for the fifth consecutive month.
The company's financial performance will be closely watched on May 21 when it reports its unaudited first-quarter financial results.
Nio's reliance on intensive new product launches is paying off, with sub-brand Onvo just kicking off nationwide deliveries of the L80 large five-seat SUV.
The Nio ES9 began pre-sales on April 9 and will be officially launched on May 27, further boosting the company's sales momentum.
Strong demand for the ES8 has kept it at the top of the retail sales charts, with purchase incentives including zero-down-payment and interest-free financing helping to maintain its appeal.
Nio's financial turnaround is driven by the commercial success of its updated models, including the ES8, which has played a key role in driving the company's recent growth.
The sustained success of the Nio ES8 is a testament to the company's ability to deliver high-quality electric vehicles that meet the demands of China's large SUV market.
