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Li Auto set to debut its first electric SUV, Li i8, in July's final weeks

I8 device introduction slated for late July, as production and delivery arrangements approach completion.

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Launching of Li i8, Li Auto's first electric SUV, scheduled for late July.
Launching of Li i8, Li Auto's first electric SUV, scheduled for late July.

Li Auto set to debut its first electric SUV, Li i8, in July's final weeks

Li Auto, a leading Chinese automotive company, has announced that it will be launching its latest entry into the battery electric vehicle (BEV) market, the Li i8, in July 2025[1][3][4]. This move marks a significant shift for Li Auto as it moves from extended range electric vehicles (EREVs) to pure BEVs, targeting the premium family-oriented SUV segment[1].

The Li i8 is a six-seat large SUV, designed to cater to premium buyers looking for advanced electric mobility and spacious design[1]. It is anticipated to feature the company's latest autonomous driving technology called the Vision-Language-Action (VLA) system, which integrates LiDAR, AI, and real-time environmental learning for a personalized autonomous driving experience[4]. This system adapts dynamically to route conditions, passenger preferences, and weather patterns, setting it apart from competitors.

The design of the Li i8 has been previewed in filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, indicating a sleek and modern appearance[1]. To support the launch of the Li i8, Li Auto has accelerated the construction of charging infrastructure, aiming to have over 2,500 supercharging stations in China by the time the vehicle is launched[2].

The Li i8's launch is strategically timed after Li Auto’s Q2 2025 sales system upgrade, which temporarily impacted vehicle deliveries but is intended to bolster long-term growth and product cycle adaptability[2][4]. Despite this, Li Auto reported strong delivery figures in Q2 2025, with over 111,000 vehicles delivered, reflecting a robust market presence and readiness for new model introductions[3].

The Li i8 is expected to compete in China’s fast-growing luxury EV market, aiming to complement Li Auto's existing lineup, which includes models such as the Li MEGA, Li L9, and Li L8[1][2][4]. The integration of advanced autonomous tech and its premium positioning are expected to enhance Li Auto’s competitiveness against other luxury electric vehicle manufacturers, helping to solidify its foothold in China's new energy vehicle sector[4].

In terms of specifications, the Li i8's dimensions are 5,085 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, and 1,740 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,050 mm[1]. It is equipped with dual motors, with the front motor delivering a peak power of 150 kW and the rear motor delivering a peak power of 250 kW.

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[1] Li Auto Files Regulatory Filing for Li i8 Electric SUV. (2025, May 1). Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/li-auto-files-regulatory-filing-li-i8-electric-suv-2022-05-01/

[2] Li Auto Accelerates Charging Infrastructure Construction to Support Li i8 Launch. (2025, June 1). Retrieved from https://www.marketwatch.com/story/li-auto-accelerates-charging-infrastructure-construction-to-support-li-i8-launch-2025-06-01

[3] Li Auto Delivers Over 111,000 Vehicles in Q2 2025 Despite Sales System Upgrade. (2025, July 1). Retrieved from https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-01/li-auto-delivers-over-111-000-vehicles-in-q2-2025-despite-sales

[4] Li Auto to Launch Li i8 in July 2025, Marking Expansion into BEV Luxury SUV Market. (2025, June 25). Retrieved from https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/25/business/li-auto-li-i8-electric-suv/index.html

  1. Li Auto, a renowned Chinese automotive company, is launching its new battery electric vehicle (BEV), the Li i8, in July 2025, moving away from extended range electric vehicles (EREVs) and targeting the premium family-oriented SUV segment.
  2. The Li i8, a six-seat large SUV, is designed for premium buyers seeking advanced electric mobility and spacious design and will feature the company's latest autonomous driving technology, the Vision-Language-Action (VLA) system.
  3. The VLA system, integrated with LiDAR, AI, and real-time environmental learning, provides a personalized autonomous driving experience, adapting dynamically to route conditions, passenger preferences, and weather patterns.
  4. The Li i8's design, with a sleek and modern appearance, has been previewed in filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
  5. To support the launch of the Li i8, Li Auto has accelerated the construction of charging infrastructure, aiming to have over 2,500 supercharging stations in China by the time the vehicle is launched.
  6. After a temporary impact on vehicle deliveries due to a Q2 2025 sales system upgrade, Li Auto reported strong delivery figures, with over 111,000 vehicles delivered, reflecting a robust market presence and readiness for new model introductions.
  7. The Li i8 is expected to compete in China’s fast-growing luxury EV market and complement Li Auto's existing lineup, which includes models such as the Li MEGA, Li L9, and Li L8.
  8. The integration of advanced autonomous tech and its premium positioning are anticipated to enhance Li Auto’s competitiveness against other luxury electric vehicle manufacturers, helping to solidify its foothold in China's new energy vehicle sector.
  9. With its dual motors delivering a peak power of 150 kW at the front and 250 kW at the rear, the Li i8's dimensions are 5,085 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, and 1,740 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,050 mm.

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