The BYD Leopard 5 is a mid-size, plug-in hybrid SUV designed for both city and off-road use, featuring a robust body-on-frame structure and a “Cloud-Car” intelligent chassis system. It offers a combined range of around 1,200 km, a 125 km all-electric range, and supports fast charging. Its performance includes a total output of about 680 hp and 760 Nm of torque, a top speed of 180 km/h, and acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. The interior includes a large display, Nappa leather seats with heating and ventilation, and advanced driver assistance systems.

Performance and drivetrain

• Powertrain: Plug-in hybrid (PHEV)
• Total System Output: Approximately 680 hp (485 kW in some configurations) and 760 Nm of torque
• Engine: 1.5L turbocharged engine
• Electric Motors: Front and rear dual-motor setup
• Transmission: E-CVT continuously variable transmission
• Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds
• Top Speed: 180 km/h
• Drive: Four-wheel drive (4WD)

Battery and charging

• Battery Capacity: 31.8 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery
• All-Electric Range: 125 km (CLTC)
• Combined Range: Around 1,200 km
• Fast Charging: 0-80% in approximately 15 minutes
• Slow Charging: 0-80% in approximately 5 hours

Dimensions and capacity

• Dimensions: 4890 mm (length) x 1970 mm (width) x 1920 mm (height)
• Wheelbase: 2800 mm
• Seating: 5-seater
• Cargo Space: 1,069 liters with the second row folded down

Interior features

• Infotainment: Large multi-screen system, often with a head-up display (HUD)
• Seating: Nappa leather seats with heating and ventilation for front seats; heating for second-row seats. Some higher trims include massage functions and memory seats for the driver
• Connectivity: Wireless 50W charger and USB ports
• Other: Refrigerator (on some models), intelligent parking system, and voice interaction

Technology and safety

• Driver Assistance: Level 2 assisted driving capabilities, including adaptive cruise control, forward and backward park radar, and automatic parking
• Chassis: Yunian-P intelligent chassis system
• Off-road: Body-on-frame structure with front and rear differential locks
• Lighting: LED daytime running lights, headlights, and high beams

The NIO EC6 is a smart, all-electric five-door coupe-SUV designed for urban driving and stylish performance. It is essentially a sportier, coupe version of the ES6 SUV, blending the practicality of an SUV with a more aerodynamic and aggressive design.

Design and Body Style

The EC6 is characterized by its sloping fastback roofline, which gives it a distinct coupe appearance compared to its boxier sibling, the ES6. It has five doors (four passenger doors plus the rear liftgate). A panoramic fixed glass roof is a standard feature, and the vehicle offers seating for five passengers. The design emphasizes aerodynamics, contributing slightly to improved range compared to the ES6.

Performance and Drivetrain

The EC6 uses NIO’s dual-motor intelligent all-wheel-drive system as standard across all configurations.

• Total Power Output: The system typically delivers a combined peak power of 360 kW (around 483-490 horsepower) and 700 Nm of torque in the newer models. (Older performance variants reached 400 kW).
• Motors: It combines a 150 kW induction motor in the front and a 210 kW permanent magnet motor at the rear, using silicon carbide (SiC) technology for efficiency.
• Acceleration: The EC6 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in approximately 4.4 seconds (for the current generation).
• Top Speed: The top speed is electronically limited to 200 km/h (124 mph).

Battery and Electric Range
The EC6 is fully compatible with NIO’s battery swap stations and is offered with multiple battery options, available via purchase or the Battery as a Service (BaaS) subscription model.

• 75 kWh Battery: Offers a CLTC range of approximately 455 to 495 km (depending on trim and generation).
• 100 kWh Battery: Offers a CLTC range of approximately 615 to 635 km.
• 150 kWh Battery (Semi-Solid State): This ultra-long-range option is available for flexible upgrades, offering a claimed CLTC range of over 900 km.

Interior and Technology

The cabin is designed as a modern, minimalist space for five occupants. The interior features premium materials and the latest version of NIO’s Banyan digital platform.

• Digital Cockpit: Key interfaces include a large central infotainment screen, a digital instrument cluster, and often a heads-up display.
• NOMI AI: The interactive in-car artificial intelligence assistant, NOMI Mate 3.0, manages various functions and interacts with passengers.
• Assisted Driving: Like other NIO models, the EC6 is equipped with the advanced Aquila Super Sensing suite of 33 sensors, including LiDAR, and the Adam Super Computing platform (NVIDIA Drive Orin X chips) to enable a comprehensive suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and future autonomous driving capabilities.

Charging and Swapping

The EC6 supports flexible charging solutions:

• Battery Swapping: The fastest method, taking 3 to 5 minutes at automated Power Swap Stations.
• DC Fast Charging: The vehicle accepts DC fast charging up to approximately 140 kW, allowing a 10% to 80% charge in roughly 30 to 40 minutes.
• AC Charging: Home or destination charging at 11 kW typically takes 8 to 10 hours for a full charge, depending on the battery size.