Li i8 electric SUV started presales in China with a price range of 350,000 – 400,000 yuan (48,750 – 55,720 USD). It is a six-seat family crossover with a dual-motor 4WD for 400 kW (536 hp) and up to 720 km of range. The i8 will enter the market on July 29 with deliveries scheduled for August.
The i8 is Li Auto’s first fully electric crossover. It was first revealed in China in February 2025. This crossover applied for a sales license in April. This month, Li Auto shared official images of the i8’s interior. On July 17, this long-anticipated SUV started presales in China. It could be booked for 5,000 yuan (700 USD). This reservation could be refunded within seven working days.
The market launch of the Li i8 is scheduled for July 29. On July 30, this vehicle will become available for static displays and test drives across China. Its deliveries will start in late August.
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During the presales start event, Li Auto officials shared some interesting highlights about the i8. This three-row SUV with a five-meter body has a drag coefficient of 0.218 Cd. It is slightly better than the Tesla Model Y with 0.220 Cd. The lower Cd number translates into quieter rides and lower energy consumption on highways.
The i8 became the first Li-branded model to adopt a white steering wheel. The car’s cabin adopts ambient lighting. Seats of the Li i8 have 30-mm foam that is said to improve softness. The front and the second-row chairs offer soft pillows atop the headrests. The second-row right seat of the i8 can recline to 145 degrees. It also has a power-elongated leg rest with a maximum angle of 78 degrees.
The third-row seats of the Li i8 have a height of 333 mm. Passengers here have 875 mm of leg room. For comparison, the full-size Li Auto L9 EREV crossover offers only 799 mm of leg room for the third-row passengers. Other highlights of the i8’s interior include cooled wireless charging pads, a speaker in front of the driver, and a sunroof that blocks 99.9% of UV rays.
The i8 is available with two battery variants: 90.1 kWh and 97.8 kWh. Li Auto officials said that the i8 with a bigger pack supports the 5C fast charging technology. It can add 500 km of range in 10 minutes. The energy consumption of this model lies in a 14.6 – 14.8 kWh range. This vehicle adopts a dual-motor 4WD and dual-chamber air suspension as standard.
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The Li i8’s dimensions are 5085/1960/1740 mm. Its wheelbase reaches 3,050 mm. It is 48 mm longer than the Tesla Model X.
The Li Auto i8 comes standard with a dual-motor 4WD. Its front electric motor has a peak power output of 150 kW (201 hp). The rear e-motor generates 250 kW (335 hp). The total power output of the car’s system is 400 kW (536 hp). Its top speed reaches 180 km/h.
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