The Li Auto i6 is the brand's most important electric car yet — a five-seat, mid-size all-electric SUV aimed squarely at the Tesla Model Y and Xiaomi YU7. Unlike Li Auto's popular L-series, which are range-extender hybrids, the i6 is a pure EV, and it's the smaller, more affordable sibling to the larger i8. Built on an 800V architecture with a big 87.3 kWh battery, it delivers up to 720 km of CLTC range and supports blistering 5C charging — around 500 km of range added in just 10 minutes. Standard AD Max driver assistance (running on NVIDIA's 700-TOPS Thor chip with LiDAR), a triple-screen cabin and a built-in fridge round out a seriously well-equipped package. Prices start at ¥249,800 (about $35,010).
Performance & Specs
The standard i6 is rear-wheel drive, with a single rear motor producing 250 kW (340 PS / 335 hp) and 425 Nm, good for a 0–100 km/h of 6.5 seconds. Buyers can option all-wheel drive, which adds a 150 kW (201 hp) front motor for a combined 400 kW (543 PS / 536 hp) and a much quicker 4.5-second sprint. Top speed is a governed 180 km/h. Whichever you choose, the i6 draws from a large 87.3 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery, offering CLTC range of up to 720 km in the most efficient RWD form (710 km on some RWD trims, 660 km for AWD). It's a powertrain tuned for effortless, long-distance electric cruising rather than outright drama.
| Powertrain | Single-motor RWD (AWD option) |
|---|---|
| Power | 250 kW (335 hp) / AWD 400 kW (536 hp) |
| Torque | 425 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.5 s / 4.5 s (AWD) |
| Battery | 87.3 kWh LFP |
| Range | up to 720 km (CLTC) |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | Single-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD BEV |
|---|---|
| POWER | 250 kW (335 hp) / 400 kW (536 hp, AWD) |
| TORQUE | 425 Nm (RWD) |
| ACCELERATION | 6.5 s / 4.5 s (AWD) 0–100 km/h |
| TOP SPEED | 180 km/h |
| BATTERY | 87.3 kWh LFP |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | 660–720 km (CLTC) |
| ARCHITECTURE | 800V (5C charging) |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 4,950 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,935 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm |
| Seating | 5 (2+3) |
At 4,950 mm long on a generous 3,000 mm wheelbase, the i6 is a roomy mid-size SUV that uses its dedicated EV platform to maximise interior space. It seats five in a 2+3 layout, with limousine-like rear legroom thanks to that long wheelbase and a flat floor. The smooth, aerodynamic shooting-brake-like silhouette also pays off in practicality: there's a reported front trunk of around 200 litres for cables, and a large rear boot of roughly 728 litres that expands to around 1,800 litres with the rear seats folded. Curb weight runs from about 2,380 kg for the RWD to 2,525 kg for the AWD. It's a genuinely spacious, family-friendly electric SUV.
| LENGTH | 4,950 mm |
|---|---|
| WIDTH | 1,935 mm |
| HEIGHT | 1,655 mm |
| WHEELBASE | 3,000 mm |
| CARGO VOLUME | ~728 L (1,800 L seats folded) |
| FRUNK | ~200 L |
Charging & Battery
The i6's headline strength is charging. Its 87.3 kWh LFP battery runs on an 800V architecture and supports 5C ultra-fast charging, which Li Auto says can add around 500 km of range in just 10 minutes on a compatible high-power charger — among the fastest in the segment. The LFP chemistry is durable and happy to be charged to 100% daily, and the big pack means even the AWD car manages 660 km. Combined with Li Auto's growing network of high-power chargers, the i6 makes long-distance EV travel genuinely painless. Note that strong demand has, at times, outstripped battery supply since launch.
| BATTERY | 87.3 kWh LFP (CATL / Sunwoda) |
|---|---|
| ARCHITECTURE | 800V |
| FAST CHARGING | 5C — ~500 km added in ~10 min |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | up to 720 km (CLTC) |
Design & Interior
The i6 wears Li Auto's clean, minimalist EV design language, sharing its smooth, aerodynamic look with the larger i8: a closed front with a slim light blade and signature daytime running lights, flush door handles, a sleek tapering roofline and a full-width connected LED tail-light bar. It's offered in soft, premium colours like the cream/beige shown. Inside, it's classic Li Auto luxury: a light, airy cabin with soft leather, a high centre console housing the 8.8-litre fridge, and a screen-led dashboard. The five-seat layout gives rear passengers generous space, and the 21.4-inch ceiling screen turns the back into a mini cinema with Dolby Vision and Atmos. It feels far plusher than its price suggests.
Technology & Features
Technology is a core strength. The dashboard features dual 15.7-inch displays plus a 16.8-inch head-up display, with a 21.4-inch ceiling-mounted rear screen for passengers. Every i6 comes with AD Max assisted driving as standard, running on an NVIDIA Drive Thor-U chip with 700 TOPS and fed by a roof-mounted Hesai LiDAR — powering Li Auto's VLA (Vision-Language-Action) model for highway and urban navigation assist and automated parking. A 20-speaker audio system, front massage seats and the built-in fridge complete a genuinely high-end cabin.
Safety & ADAS
The i6 comes with AD Max assisted driving as standard on every trim — a rarity at this price — built on NVIDIA's Thor-U compute and a LiDAR-led sensor suite. Li Auto's VLA model supports full-scenario navigation-assisted driving with automatic emergency braking and obstacle avoidance at speeds up to 130 km/h. The body carries nine airbags, and the LFP battery adds inherent thermal stability to the safety story.
| ADAS LEVEL | L2+ (AD Max, NVIDIA Thor-U 700 TOPS) |
|---|---|
| ADAS FEATURES | Highway & urban NOA, auto parking, LiDAR, AEB to 130 km/h |
Available Versions
| VERSION | POWER | BATTERY | EV RANGE | 0-100 | PRICE | KEY DIFFERENCES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i6 RWD | 250 kW (335 hp) | 87.3 kWh LFP | up to 720 km | 6.5 s | ~$35,010 (¥249,800) | Longest range, AD Max standard |
| i6 AWD | 400 kW (536 hp) | 87.3 kWh LFP | 660 km | 4.5 s | ~$38,900 (¥277,800) | Dual-motor, much quicker |
Pricing & Availability
The Li Auto i6 launched in China in late September 2025 and is on sale now, priced from ¥249,800 (about $35,010) for the rear-drive model — with a limited-time discount seen as low as ¥239,800 — rising to around ¥277,800 (~$38,900) for a fully-loaded AWD car. Options like air suspension and the fridge have been offered as early-buyer incentives. It's a China-market model. Demand has been strong since launch, to the point where Li Auto has at times been battery-supply-constrained.
How It Compares
The i6 lands in one of China's most competitive segments. The Xiaomi YU7 is the headline rival, undercutting it slightly and offering bigger top-end batteries, while the Xpeng G7 is cheaper still. The Tesla Model Y remains the benchmark, but the i6 beats it on range, screen tech and ADAS hardware for similar money. The Li Auto's trump cards are its standard AD Max with LiDAR (not an extra-cost option), class-leading 5C charging, and that famous family-friendly comfort. For buyers who want a spacious, tech-rich, long-range electric SUV without paying flagship money, it's a strong pick.
- Up to 720 km range and class-leading 5C charging
- AD Max with LiDAR standard on every trim
- Spacious five-seat cabin with triple screens and a fridge
- Strong value from ~$35,010
- China-only for now
- Battery supply has limited availability at times
- Some kit (air suspension, fridge) is optional
The Li Auto i6 is the company's most accessible electric car yet, and it's a strong one. It pairs a big 87.3 kWh battery and up to 720 km of range with genuinely class-leading 5C charging, standard LiDAR-based AD Max driver assistance, and the spacious, comfortable, screen-rich cabin Li Auto is famous for — all from around $35,010. It goes toe-to-toe with the Xiaomi YU7 and Tesla Model Y, often beating them on tech and range for the money. The main caveats are that it's China-only for now and demand has outstripped battery supply. But as a do-it-all family electric SUV, the i6 is one of the most compelling picks in its class.
