NIO Inc. Provides April 2025 Delivery Update

Rhea-AI Summary

NIO reported strong delivery growth in April 2025, with 23,900 vehicles delivered, marking a 53.0% increase year-over-year. The deliveries included:

• 19,269 vehicles from NIO's premium smart EV brand
• 4,400 vehicles from ONVO family-oriented brand
• Initial deliveries from new FIREFLY brand

The company's year-to-date deliveries reached 65,994 vehicles, up 44.5% compared to the previous year. Total cumulative deliveries hit 737,558 by April 30, 2025.

Notably, NIO launched its new small smart high-end electric car, Firefly, on April 19, 2025. The vehicle, designed with NIO's core technologies and safety standards, began deliveries in China with planned global market expansion. Firefly aims to deliver a vivid driving experience under the brand DNA of being "vivid, thoughtful and solid."

Positive

• Monthly deliveries grew 53% YoY to 23,900 vehicles in April 2025
• YTD deliveries increased 44.5% to 65,994 vehicles
• Successfully launched new FIREFLY brand expanding product portfolio
• Reached significant milestone of 737,558 cumulative deliveries
• Demonstrated market expansion with three distinct vehicle brands (NIO, ONVO, FIREFLY)

Negative

• Heavy reliance on Chinese market with global expansion still pending
• FIREFLY deliveries just starting, indicating minimal initial revenue contribution

• firefly started deliveries in late April 2025
• 23,900 vehicles were delivered in April 2025, increasing by 53.0% year-over-year
• 65,994 vehicles were delivered year-to-date in 2025, increasing by 44.5% year-over-year
• Cumulative deliveries reached 737,558 as of April 30, 2025  

SHANGHAI, May 01, 2025 (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 2025 delivery results.

The Company delivered 23,900 vehicles in April 2025, representing an increase of 53.0% year-over-year. The deliveries consisted of 19,269 vehicles from the Company’s premium smart electric vehicle brand NIO, 4,400 vehicles from the Company’s family-oriented smart electric vehicle brand ONVO, and initial deliveries of the Company’s small smart high-end electric car brand FIREFLY, which started in late April 2025. Cumulative deliveries reached 737,558 as of April 30, 2025.

Our small smart high-end electric car, firefly, was officially launched on April 19, 2025. Built upon NIO’s expertise in research and development, design capabilities, safety standards, and intelligent technologies, firefly embodies the brand DNA of being “vivid, thoughtful and solid.” It offers a vivid driving experience where users can embrace the freedom to glow. Following the product launch, firefly started deliveries in China in late April 2025, with plans to gradually reach global markets in the near future.

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.

Safe Harbor Statement
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FAQ

How many vehicles did NIO deliver in April 2025?

NIO delivered 23,900 vehicles in April 2025, representing a 53.0% increase year-over-year. This included 19,269 NIO brand vehicles, 4,400 ONVO vehicles, and initial deliveries of the new FIREFLY brand.

What is NIO's FIREFLY brand and when did it launch?

FIREFLY is NIO's new small smart high-end electric car brand that officially launched on April 19, 2025. It started deliveries in China in late April 2025 and plans to expand to global markets in the future.

What is NIO's total delivery count as of April 2025?

NIO's cumulative deliveries reached 737,558 vehicles as of April 30, 2025.

How many vehicles has NIO delivered year-to-date in 2025?

NIO delivered 65,994 vehicles year-to-date in 2025, showing a 44.5% increase compared to the same period last year.

Which vehicle brands does NIO currently sell?

NIO currently sells vehicles under three brands: NIO (premium smart electric vehicles), ONVO (family-oriented smart electric vehicles), and FIREFLY (small smart high-end electric cars).