The Li Auto i8 electrical crossover’s take a look at mileage reached 8 million km in two years. It’s the model’s first electrical SUV that can rival the Tesla Mannequin X and different BEV rivals. Beginning on March 10, calmly camouflaged Li i8 will begin area testing throughout the nation.
Li Auto initially deliberate to launch the i8 crossover final yr. Nonetheless, Li Mega’s gradual gross sales made the corporate transfer the gross sales begin to mid-2025. On February 25, Li Auto shared official pictures of the i8 SUV. Now, the corporate has shared extra details about this crossover’s testing background.
Li Auto i8 testing
Li Auto officers shared that the i8 electrical crossover has accomplished two winters and two summers of sturdiness and efficiency verification in 300 cities throughout China. The entire take a look at mileage of this mannequin is over 8 million km. Model’s representatives highlighted that it’s greater than 200 laps across the Earth.
Often, the take a look at interval of the brand new automotive in China is seemingly shorter than two years. Most automakers goal to launch the brand new product as quickly as potential within the fierce competitors setting. This situation was highlighted by J.D. Energy China final yr. Lack of testing time resulted in high quality issues and a worse person expertise. It’s a good signal Li Auto took extra time to complete the testing part.
Firm officers reported that the i8 was examined in varied eventualities, together with cities, deserts, mountains, swamps, ice, and snow. Engineers have verified over 4,000 person eventualities and greater than 1,200 NVH particular indicators. So, the Li i8 is likely one of the best-tested NEVs in China. Nonetheless, its testing interval isn’t over. Now, the corporate eliminated heavy camouflage to finish the ultimate changes for driving, wind noise, electrical vary, and exterior design.
Extra about Li i8
The Li Auto i8 is a big electrical SUV with dimensions just like the Tesla Mannequin X. It boasts a dual-motor 4WD, an air suspension, and a smooth styling. This electrical crossover has a LiDAR sensor on the roof. The primary characteristic of its exterior design is a skinny LED strip that sits proper beneath the windshield.
The Li Auto i8 will undertake the corporate’s new elf-developed SiC energy module. It can convey a quieter driving expertise whereas being extra energy-effective. The Li Auto i8 additionally helps 5C charging. This automobile will begin gross sales in China in July 2025. Later, Li Auto’s i-series will likely be broadened by the i6 and i7 SUVs.
