Safety

NIO ET5 stands as a beacon of modern safety technology. In independent crash testing by Euro NCAP, the ET5 achieved impressive scores of 96% for adult occupant safety, 85% for child occupant safety, and robust figures in vulnerable road user protection. Its design integrates advanced active safety features—including Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Pilot Assist, and Active Lane Change (ALC)—with equally sophisticated passive safety measures such as a reinforced safety cell and strategically placed airbags. In addition, NIO’s attention to battery thermal management ensures that the high–energy density battery is maintained at an optimal temperature during operation, further enhancing vehicle stability and overall safety.

Car Purchase Cost

Based on current market figures in KSA, the ET5 Standard Range is priced at approximately SAR 204,177. With a recommended down payment of 20%, or roughly SAR 40,835, the balance of SAR 163,342 can be financed. Calculated over a 60–month term at a monthly interest rate of 1.9%, the estimated monthly installment comes to about SAR 4,585. This competitive financing structure is supported by favorable financial policies in the Kingdom that promote sustainable mobility. In terms of depreciation, used EVs like the ET5 tend to lose around 40–50% of their value over the first three years, meaning that a significant portion of the vehicle’s value is retained compared to conventional models—an attractive proposition for savvy investors and environmentally conscious drivers alike.

Car Use Cost

When it comes to daily ownership, the NIO ET5 offers impressive economic efficiency. With an average energy consumption estimated at around 179 Wh/km, driving a projected 15,000 km annually results in an energy usage of roughly 2,685 kWh per year. At an assumed electricity cost of SAR 0.20 per kWh, the annual "fuel" expense comes to approximately SAR 537, or about SAR 45 per month—far lower than conventional petrol costs. In addition, EVs typically demand less frequent routine maintenance. NIO recommends service intervals of approximately every 20,000 km, with average service costs for this vehicle class falling in the SAR 1,000–2,000 range. Together with insurance and potential state incentives for cleaner mobility, the overall running cost of the ET5 remains highly competitive within today's automotive market in Saudi Arabia.