The Li Auto i8 electric SUV has officially made its debut, with deliveries scheduled to begin on August 20. With great range, fast charging and a family-first cabin, the Li Auto i8 is ready to take on the Tesla Model Y L and Onvo L90.

New Design, Loaded Interior

The i8 has a yacht-inspired design and a super-low 0.218 drag coefficient, so it’s both aerodynamic and quiet. It’s 5,085mm long and has a 3,050mm wheelbase, with MPV-like space and SUV presence.

Inside, the six-seat cabin has a 2+2+2 layout with luxury touches:

• Massaging captain chairs in the second row
• Dual 15.7-inch 2.5K displays for passengers
• Panoramic glass roof
• Smart tech like head-up display and dual wireless chargers

The Li Xiang Tong Xue AI assistant can order food, pay for parking and more, all backed by the brand’s in-house MindGPT model.

Powertrain and Range: No Compromise

All variants have a dual-motor AWD setup with 400kW (536hp) and 660Nm torque, 0–100km/h in 4.5 seconds.

What sets the i8 apart is the battery:

• i8 Pro: 90.1kWh battery, 670km CLTC range
• i8 Max & Ultra: 97.8kWh battery, 720km CLTC range

And then there’s the 5C ultra-fast charging – add 500km of range in 10 minutes, if you find the right supercharger. Li Auto has 3,000 fast-charging stations, including 1,000 on highways across 250 cities.

Smarter Drive, Smoother Ride

The i8 isn’t just fast – it’s smart. The i8 Pro has the Li AD Pro suite with a Horizon J6M chip, while the Max and Ultra trims have LiDAR-based AD Max assisted driving, powered by NVIDIA’s Thor-U chip.Double-chamber air suspension with adjustable ride height to tackle rough roads or load up with ease, max ground clearance of 196mm.

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FAQs

When will Li Auto i8 electric SUV be available in India?
Deliveries start August 20, 2025, in China first, then India.

How far can the Li Auto i8 electric SUV go on a full charge, and how fast does it recharge?
Up to 720km CLTC and 500km in 10 minutes with 5C.