The Li Auto i6 is a battery-electric mid-size SUV and Li Auto's second pure-electric model. An 87.3 kWh LFP battery gives up to 720 km of CLTC range, and 5C fast charging adds about 500 km in 10 minutes. Prices start from ¥249,800.
720 km RWD
Li Auto
Li Auto Inc. (理想汽车)
🇨🇳 China
Chinese EV maker specialising in extended-range electric SUVs. Founded in 2015 by Li Xiang, it built its reputation on six-seat family vehicles such as the L-series and the all-electric MEGA, and was one of the earliest mass-market champions of EREV powertrains.
Models
Second-generation five-seat EREV SUV that shares its hardware with the flagship L9. New 800V architecture, 1.5-litre turbo range extender plus two motors for 571 hp / 710 Nm, 72.7 kWh battery, 430 km electric and 1,670 km combined CLTC, 0-100 km/h in 4.8 s. On sale in China from ¥369,800.
571 hp 430 km AWD
Second-generation flagship six-seat EREV SUV. New 800V architecture, 1.5-litre turbo range extender plus two motors for 571 hp / 710 Nm, 72.7 kWh battery, 420 km electric and 1,650 km combined CLTC, 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s. Steer-by-wire and four-wheel steering. On sale in China from ¥459,800.
571 hp 420 km AWD
News
Hybrid
Li L8 returns as a five-seat sibling to the L9, on sale in China from ¥369,800 (about $54,300)
Li Auto has launched the second-generation L8 in China. It shares the flagship L9's 800V architecture and 571 hp EREV powertrain but is built strictly as a five-seater. A 72.7 kWh battery gives 430 km electric and 1,670 km combined on CLTC; 0-100 km/h takes 4.8 s. Prices run from ¥369,800 to ¥429,800.
24 Jun 2026
Hybrid
Second-generation Li L9 goes on sale: 800V architecture, steer-by-wire, from ¥459,800
Li Auto's flagship six-seat EREV SUV moves to an 800V platform and adds steer-by-wire and four-wheel steering. 571 hp, 72.7 kWh battery, 420 km electric and 1,650 km combined CLTC. Two trims - Ultra from ¥459,800, Livis from ¥509,800. On sale in China.
25 May 2026
About
Li Auto (理想汽车) is a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer founded in 2015 by entrepreneur Li Xiang. Unlike most Chinese EV start-ups, the company built its early success almost entirely on extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) - cars driven by electric motors but carrying a small petrol engine that acts solely as a generator to recharge the battery on long trips. This approach sidesteps range anxiety while keeping a usable electric driving range for daily commuting.
The brand focuses on large, technology-heavy family vehicles. The L-series - L6, L7, L8 and the flagship L9 - covers the mid-to-full-size SUV segment, typically with six-seat, two-plus-two-plus-two layouts aimed at Chinese families. In 2024 the company added the MEGA, a fully electric MPV, marking its first move beyond range-extender powertrains.
The L9 is the brand’s flagship. Launched in 2022, the first generation helped define the template for the modern Chinese premium SUV: three rows of seats, multiple displays, and a long list of comfort features at a price well below imported luxury rivals. Its second generation moves to an 800V architecture and adds steer-by-wire and four-wheel steering.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Li Auto?
Li Auto is a publicly traded company.
What country is Li Auto from?
Li Auto is a Chinese brand, headquartered in Beijing.
When was Li Auto founded?
Li Auto was founded in 2015.
What kind of cars does Li Auto make?
Li Auto makes large extended-range and electric SUVs.