The Li i8 all-electric SUV formally revealed its inside in China with six seats and a ceiling-mounted display. The model’s first BEV crossover will begin presales on July 17 domestically. Its market launch is scheduled for July 29.
The Li i8 was first revealed in China in February 2025 as a Tesla Mannequin X rival with a three-row inside. Li Auto utilized for a gross sales license for the i8 crossover on April 16, revealing its core specs. It’s a giant SUV with a physique size above 3050 mm, a 4WD for 400 kW (536 hp), and as much as 720 km of vary beneath CLTC situations.
Li i8’s inside
On July 14, the Li Auto i8’s inside was noticed in China throughout highway assessments. The Chinese language automaker reacted to this leak by sharing official pictures of this mannequin on the subsequent day. These photographs revealed some good options of the Li i8.
The Li i8 adopts a D-shaped four-spoke steering wheel with an built-in 4.82-inch touchscreen that partly acts as an instrument panel. Each trendy Li Auto mannequin adopts the identical wheel. Nevertheless, the i8 additionally presents bronze-plated trim on the wheel. The identical bronze colour covers steering column stalks, air vents, and middle tunnel components.
The middle console of the Li i8 options a big infotainment system comprising two 15.7-inch screens. It’s a distinguishing function of contemporary Li Auto automobiles. The i8’s middle tunnel adopts two wi-fi charging pads and a few cup holders. The gear shifter sits on the steering column. The steering wheel is energy adjustable.
The second row of the Li Auto i8 adopts two impartial captain chairs wrapped in perforated Nappa leather-based. The proper passenger seat has an electrically adjustable leg assist. Each seats have Sort-C charging ports, adjustable armrests, comfortable pillows on headrests, and large shoulder assist. The i8’s rear doorways boast sunshades, ambient lighting, and roomy compartments. The automobile additionally has a Li Auto Platinum Sound system. The third row of the i8 has two seats.
Extra about Li Auto i8
The Li i8 is a big SUV with smooth styling. It has a sloped bonnet line, a comparatively low beltline, and slanted A-pillars. This mannequin additionally has a LiDAR sensor on the roof, retractable door handles, and a single taillight strip within the rear finish. The size of the i8 are 5085 mm (size), 1960 mm (width), and 1740 mm (top), with a wheelbase of 3050 mm. It’s 48 mm longer than the Tesla Mannequin X.
The Li Auto i8 comes customary with a dual-motor 4WD. Its entrance electrical motor has a peak energy output of 150 kW (201 hp). The rear e-motor generates 250 kW (335 hp). The overall energy output of the automobile’s system is 400 kW (536 hp). Its prime pace reaches 180 km/h.
The entry-level Li Auto i8 has a 90.1 kWh ternary NMC battery from CATL (Jiangsu department) or Sunwoda. The vary is 670 km beneath CLTC situations. The highest-trim Li Auto i8 has a 97.8 kWh ternary NMC battery made by CATL on board. This pack is appropriate for a 720 km vary (CLTC).
As talked about, the Li i8 will begin presales on July 17. This automobile could have a price ticket of round 350,000 yuan (48,830 USD).
