Meet the Nio Firefly

The Nio Firefly has finally been confirmed for the Australian markets. Here are five important features everyone should know! Image Credits: Firefky

New city runabout

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Affordable pricing

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Competitive performance and range

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Rapid charging capability

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Packed with premium features

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