The smart sedan arrives
Nio's ET5 is the car that could make electric saloons cool again — and it is coming to Singapore.
The ET5 is Nio's answer to the Tesla Model 3 and BMW i4 — a sleek electric sedan with the brand's signature battery swap capability and a focus on user experience.
We toured the display model at Nio's upcoming Alexandra Road showroom ahead of customer deliveries.
Design first impressions
The ET5 is lower and wider than photos suggest, with a coupe-like roofline that gives it genuine presence. The interior is minimalist without feeling cheap — quality materials and precise panel gaps throughout.
Key specifications
What Singapore buyers can expect at launch.
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive with 360kW combined output.
- Zero to 100km/h in 4.0 seconds.
- Standard 75kWh battery with 100kWh optional.
- Battery swap compatible from day one.
Pricing expectations
Nio has not confirmed final pricing, but industry sources suggest a starting point competitive with the Tesla Model 3 Performance.
Conclusion
The ET5 looks ready to shake up the premium EV saloon segment in Singapore.
Deliveries are expected to begin alongside the brand's official Q1 2026 launch.
