# Monstrously Powerful Electric Sedans This Vehicle Brings a Need For Speed to the Chinese Market By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2021-01-13 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monstrously-powerful-electric-sedans References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/automotive/nio-et7-electric-car/) & [nio](https://www.nio.com/news/nio-launches-first-autonomous-driving-model-et7) Nio, a forward-thinking automotive manufacturer based in the Chinese city of Shanghai, has unveiled a new electric sedan that offers a top-notch combination of [high power, peak performance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xpeng-p7) and desirable aesthetics. The Nio ET7 electric sedan comes fitted with a high-performance battery pack capable of churning out 150 kilowatt-hours of power, with the vehicle benefiting from separate rear and front motors. Together, this allows for a peak power of 643 horsepower and a considerable 627 pounds-feet of torque, allowing the vehicle to sprint from zero to 100 km/h in less than four seconds. Other eyecatching features include a 12.8-inch touchscreen and a spectacular 23-speaker sound system, not to mention a suite of [safety technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-model-y). Currently available for preorder with units set to be delivered in 2022, the Nio ET7 is squarely aimed at the Chinese market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-performance Electric Vehicles:** The electric vehicle market is increasing and with the trends towards EV cars such as the Nio ET7, there is a strong disruption for traditional gas-powered cars. - **Luxury EV Cars:** The Nio ET7 electric sedan offers luxury features like a 23-speaker sound system and 12.8-inch touchscreen, creating an opportunity for luxury car automakers to tap into the EV market with similar customers. - **Electric Vehicle Battery Technology:** Advancements in high-performance battery technology, like the 150 kilowatt-hours battery pack of the Nio ET7, can lead to disruption for battery and energy industries, with the need for electric charging infrastructure becoming more demanding ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** Automotive companies can capitalize on the demand for powerful and high-performance EV cars to compete in the market. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can introduce luxury electric cars that attract the same customers who are willing to pay extra for luxury and high-quality items. - **Energy:** There is a growing need for electric charging infrastructure that can provide faster charging to meet the needs of high-performance electric vehicles, creating disruption opportunities for battery and energy industries ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Alternative Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drako.md) - [Mid-Size Crossover EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nio-es7.md) - [High-Performance Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ioniq-5-n.md) - [Luxury Self-Parking EV Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yangwang-u7.md) - [Aerodynamic Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerodynamic-electric-sedans.md) - [Ultra-Premium Electric Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiphi-a.md) - [Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphonebrand-electric-sedans.md) - [Theatre-Equipped Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60.md) - [Hyper-Fast Electric Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-su7-ultra.md)