With its 900V architecture, an impressive drag coefficient of 0.229, swappable battery, a more energy-efficient drivetrain, and a significantly lower starting price, the new Onvo L60 crossover seems to outshine the Model Y Juniper even before Tesla's major reveal.
Design and Efficiency
The Onvo L60 is larger than the Model Y but has a lower profile and a superior drag coefficient compared to the existing Y model. The vehicle’s design, along with NIO’s lightweight 900V motors and powertrain, contributes to its remarkable energy efficiency of 12.7 kWh/100km in the all-wheel-drive version, which easily surpasses the dual-motor Model Y.
Battery and Charging
Equipped with an up to 85 kWh LFP battery pack, which is notably thin and forms the floor of the Onvo L60, the car offers spacious rear seating despite its sleek, aerodynamic rear design. Charging takes between 20 and 25 minutes, but future owners can also utilize any current NIO battery swap station for a quick battery change in just a few minutes.
Interior Features and Performance
Inside, the Onvo L60 boasts heated and vented massage front seats, a sizable 17.2-inch main display, a smaller screen for rear passengers, a 50W wireless charging pad, and a 1000W sound system equipped with 18 speakers. Its driver-assist system functions on highways and in urban settings, using 13 cameras and a 4D mmWave radar for accurate monitoring and autoparking.
With a 0-60 mph time of just 4.6 seconds, the Onvo L60 combines luxury and performance while undercutting the Model Y's price by over $4,000. If Tesla launches the Juniper at the same price point as the previous model, it will face stiff competition from the impressive new L60.
NIO introduced its Onvo brand on May 15, with the first model set to debut on September 19, featuring a major event to unveil the L60's specifications, pricing, and battery-as-a-service discounts that could lower its price to around $22,500.
