Press Releases May 1, 2026 12:00 AM

NIO Inc. Provides April 2026 Delivery Update

NIO reports strong vehicle delivery growth and launches pre-sales of new flagship SUVs in April 2026

By Ajmal Hussain NIO
NIO Inc. Provides April 2026 Delivery Update
NIO

NIO Inc. delivered 29,356 vehicles in April 2026, marking a 22.8% year-over-year increase, and achieved a cumulative total of over 1.1 million vehicles delivered. The company set a delivery record for its All-New ES8 model and commenced pre-sales for its flagship ES9 SUV and ONVO's new L80 SUV, signaling robust growth and innovation in the premium and family-oriented electric vehicle segments.

Key Points

  • April 2026 vehicle deliveries increased 22.8% year-over-year to 29,356 units, with cumulative deliveries surpassing 1.1 million.
  • The All-New ES8 achieved 100,000 cumulative deliveries within 215 days, setting a new record for premium vehicles in China.
  • Pre-sales launched for the flagship ES9 executive SUV and ONVO's L80 large five-seat SUV, highlighting expansion in product offerings.
  • 29,356 vehicles were delivered in April 2026, increasing by 22.8% year-over-year
  • 112,821 vehicles were delivered year-to-date in 2026, increasing by 71.0% year-over-year
  • Cumulative deliveries reached 1,110,413 as of April 30, 2026

SHANGHAI, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO) (“NIO” or the “Company”), a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced its April 2026 delivery results.

The Company delivered 29,356 vehicles in April 2026, representing an increase of 22.8% year-over-year. The deliveries consisted of 19,024 vehicles from the Company’s premium smart electric vehicle brand NIO, 5,352 vehicles from the Company’s family-oriented smart electric vehicle brand ONVO, and 4,980 vehicles from the Company’s small smart high-end electric car brand FIREFLY. Cumulative deliveries reached 1,110,413 as of April 30, 2026.

On April 23, 2026, the NIO All-New ES8 reached a milestone of 100,000 cumulative deliveries within 215 days, setting a new record for delivery performance among premium passenger vehicles priced above RMB 400,000 in China. This achievement further underscores the NIO All-New ES8’s leading position in the premium battery electric SUV segment.

On April 9, 2026, NIO’s flagship executive SUV, the ES9, officially commenced pre-sales. As the culmination of over a decade of technological innovation, the ES9 redefines the benchmark for flagship SUVs through its signature design, exceptional space, advanced intelligence, refined comfort, and comprehensive safety. The ES9, featuring over 40 industry-first technologies and nearly 40 class-leading configurations, is set to usher in the era of battery electric vehicles for executive flagship SUVs.

On April 28, 2026, ONVO officially commenced the pre-sale of its flagship large five-seat SUV, the L80. Fully equipped with ONVO’s latest flagship technologies in spatial engineering, vehicle safety, and lightweight design, the L80 sets a new benchmark as China’s five-seat SUV with the largest trunk space and outstanding versatility. Leveraging technological innovation to redefine user experience, the L80 will expand the addressable scenarios of large five-seat SUVs, accompanying families on every journey of joy.

About NIO Inc.
NIO Inc. is a pioneer and a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market. Founded in November 2014, NIO aspires to shape a sustainable and brighter future with the mission of “Blue Sky Coming”. NIO envisions itself as a user enterprise where innovative technology meets experience excellence. NIO designs, develops, manufactures and sells smart electric vehicles, driving innovations in next-generation core technologies. NIO distinguishes itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations, exceptional products and services, and a community for shared growth. NIO provides premium smart electric vehicles under the NIO brand, family-oriented smart electric vehicles through the ONVO brand, and small smart high-end electric cars with the FIREFLY brand.

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Risks

  • Potential delays or challenges in vehicle manufacturing and supply chain could impact delivery targets.
  • Competition in the premium electric vehicle market may affect future sales growth and market share.
  • Economic and regulatory conditions in China and globally could impact demand and operations.

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