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Onvo L80 Pre-Sales Launch in China, Undercutting Tesla’s Model Y

Early deposits are running ahead of the L90’s start, pointing to strong interest from price‑sensitive buyers.

Overview

  • Onvo, which opened L80 pre-sales Tuesday at 245,800 yuan, saw executives report Wednesday that initial deposits outpaced the L90’s early pace while undercutting Tesla’s Model Y by 17,700 yuan.
  • First customer deliveries and the formal launch are scheduled for May 15, with promotions ramping up and test drives beginning May 1 across Nio’s retail network.
  • The five-seat L80 shares Nio’s NT 3.0 platform and 900‑volt architecture with the L90, supports sub‑three‑minute battery swaps, and targets buyers who want a large SUV without a third row.
  • Shoppers can choose a vision‑only driver‑assist package or the Coconut+ setup that adds LiDAR, 30 sensors, Nio’s Shenji NX9031 chip, and the latest World Model AI software.
  • Onvo says the L80 passed a CATARC battery safety challenge with certification under GB 18384‑2025, as the company works to raise brand awareness beyond its current core audience.