BaaS” (Battery as a Service) is NIO’s battery rental service. When users choose the BaaS model to purchase a vehicle, they do not need to buy a battery pack; instead, they can rent battery packs of different capacities based on their actual usage needs and pay a monthly service fee. Choosing BaaS significantly lowers the barrier to vehicle ownership and systematically addresses challenges that hinder the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, such as battery degradation and the low residual value of used cars. When purchasing any model in NIO’s full lineup, customers can select the battery rental service during vehicle configuration. Customers who have paid a deposit but have not yet finalized their order can also access the configurator to change their purchase method.
| Battery Pack Capacity | Vehicle Price | Battery Rental Service Fee |
| Standard-Range Battery Pack (75 kWh) | Instant discount of 70,000 yuan | 728 yuan/month |
| Long-Range Battery Pack (100 kWh) | Instant discount of 108,000 yuan | 1,128 yuan/month |
Detailed Plan
For more vehicle models, please contact NIO for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are there any differences between users who choose a battery rental service and those who purchase a complete vehicle in terms of maintenance, battery swaps, and other services?
Whether users choose the battery rental service or purchase a complete vehicle, their point of contact is NIO. There is no difference in the user experience.
2. How does battery protection work?
If you select “Service Worry-Free,” coverage is provided under that plan. If you do not select “Service Worry-Free,” you will be required to pay a monthly battery protection fee, and coverage will be provided through insurance purchased by the battery asset company. If you need to file an insurance claim for your vehicle, you may contact NIO, which will handle the claim on behalf of the battery asset company.
3. Assuming a BaaS user selects the standard-range battery pack when picking up their vehicle, can they upgrade to the long-range battery pack later?
With its nationwide network of battery swap stations serving as the foundation for flexible upgrades, NIO offers battery upgrade services to all NIO users. Users can choose from three flexible upgrade plans—daily, monthly, or annual—to upgrade to a battery pack with a longer range.
