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NIO's Firefly Adds 60 kWh Battery Option With 560 km CLTC Range
NIO's compact electric car brand Firefly has launched a 60 kWh nickel cobalt manganese battery pack, extending the model's CLTC range to 560 km (348 miles) alongside its existing 42 kWh option. The vehicle starts at RMB 136,800 (approximately $20,500) outright or RMB 79,800 (approximately $12,000) under NIO's Battery as a Service subscription with a monthly battery rental fee of RMB 599 ($90). The upgrade maintains existing acceleration and efficiency performance while targeting drivers requiring longer range between charging stops.
Why it matters
The expanded battery choice and Battery as a Service model may influence charging infrastructure planning as operators assess demand patterns for vehicles with extended range capabilities. Higher capacity batteries typically reduce charging frequency but increase session duration, affecting site utilisation and power demand profiles for CPOs serving NIO customers.