2026 NIO ET5 Charging Cost Calculator
The NIO ET5 is a midsize electric sedan featuring NIO's innovative battery swap technology, allowing full battery replacement in under 5 minutes.
MSRP
$48,900
EPA Range
370 mi
100 kWh battery
Annual Charging
$570
$0.05/mile
Annual Savings
$986
vs gas car
Calculate Your NIO ET5 Charging Cost
Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.
Monthly Charging
$47.52
Annual Charging
$570
Cost Per Mile
$0.048
Annual Savings
$985
NIO ET5 vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost
Annual Savings
$985
5-Year Savings
$4,927
MPG Equivalent
114 MPGe
Efficiency Gain
4.2x
Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.
NIO ET5 Charging Options
Level 1 (120V)
71h
Standard outlet, full charge
5 miles/hour added
~1.4 kW charging power
Cost: $16.00 per full charge
Level 2 (240V)
11h
Home charger, full charge
26 miles/hour added
~7.7 kW charging power
Cost: $16.00 per full charge
Recommended for home use
DC Fast (240 kW)
18min
10% to 80% charge
13.5 miles/minute added
CCS connector
Cost: ~$40.00 per full charge
NIO ET5 Tax Credits & Incentives
Federal EV Tax Credit
The NIO ET5 is not currently eligible for the federal EV tax credit. Check state and local incentives for potential savings.
MSRP
$48,900
Tax Credit
$0
Effective Price
$48,900
Home Charger ROI for NIO ET5
Why Home Charging?
- ✓60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
- ✓Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
- ✓Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
- ✓Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging
2026 NIO ET5 Specifications
| Category | Midsize Sedan |
| MSRP | $48,900 |
| EPA Range | 370 miles |
| Battery | 100 kWh |
| Efficiency | 29.7 kWh/100 mi |
| MPGe | 114 MPGe |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| 0-60 mph | 4.3 sec |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft |
| Charging Port | CCS |
| DC Fast Charge Rate | 240 kW |
Key Features
NIO ET5 vs Competitors
| Vehicle | Range | MSRP | Efficiency | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIO ET5 | 370 mi | $48,900 | 29.7 kWh | $570 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 272 mi | $38,990 | 25.7 kWh | $493 |
| BMW i4 | 301 mi | $52,200 | 30.8 kWh | $591 |
| Polestar 2 | 320 mi | $44,900 | 26.8 kWh | $515 |
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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 NIO ET5?
The 2026 NIO ET5 is a midsize sedan with a 100 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 370 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $16.00. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $570.
Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the NIO ET5 saves $985 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,927 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 114 MPGe, the NIO ET5 is approximately 4.2x more efficient than the average gas car.
Most NIO ET5 owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 11 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the NIO ET5 supports DC fast charging at up to 240 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 13.5 miles of range per minute of charging.
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