2025 Li Auto i8
2025 Li Auto i8
By Team Dailyrevs May 9, 2025
Li Auto's first all-electric SUV, the 2025 Li Auto i8, boasts a dual-motor AWD system delivering 536 hp.
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The i8 features a sleek design with a spacious six-seat interior and dual 15.7-inch screens.
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Supports 5C ultra-fast charging, adding 500 km of range in just 12 minutes.
First Impressions: Li Auto Goes Fully Electric
Li Auto’s been dancing around full electrification with its extended-range models, but the 2025 Li Auto i8 changes that. This is their first proper all-electric SUV — and it’s coming in strong. Press images show a long, low-slung body with clean surfacing and details that signal it's playing in the premium league.
Up front, the high-mounted light bar and discreetly integrated headlamps give it a clean look. There’s a roof-mounted LiDAR tucked above the windshield, subtle but meaningful — clearly hinting at advanced driver-assist tech. Flush door handles and smooth paneling help the i8 achieve a minimalist yet muscular stance.
Size-wise, it's substantial. The i8 stretches 5085 mm long, 1960 mm wide, and 1740 mm high, riding on a 3050 mm wheelbase. This thing's got presence, no doubt.
Inside the i8: Lounge Vibes With Screens Galore
Li Auto’s been good at interiors, and the i8 keeps that trend going. Layout’s a 2+2+2 six-seater — not something you see every day, but it makes sense for family flexibility. Second-row captain’s chairs? Yes, please.
The dash is clean and horizontal, anchored by two huge 15.7-inch screens — one for infotainment, one for the front passenger. No traditional instrument cluster here. Instead, there's a head-up display projected onto the windshield. You also get wireless charging, hidden ambient lighting, and storage cubbies tucked smartly into the center tunnel.
It feels thought-through, not overdesigned. Like someone actually sat inside and figured out where real people put things.
Power, Speed, and That Battery Game
Underneath, it’s a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup: 150 kW up front, 250 kW in the rear, totaling 400 kW — or about 536 hp. Quick enough for what it is, with a top speed rated at 180 km/h. No word yet on 0–100 figures, but that’s not really the point here.
The real star? Charging. The i8 runs on a ternary (NMC) battery and supports 5C ultra-fast charging. Li Auto claims you can pump in 500 km of range in just 12 minutes. That's a serious stat, especially for road-trippers. Range hasn't been quoted officially, but expectations hover around the 700 km mark (CLTC).
Where It Lands in the EV Race
At an expected price around 400,000 yuan — roughly $54,400 — the Li Auto i8 lands squarely in the lane of the Tesla Model X, Nio ES8, and the upcoming Nio L90. It’s not trying to out-wow them with gimmicks. Instead, it offers honest utility, sharp looks, and seriously fast charging — all wrapped up in a package that feels considered.
It’s a confident first step for Li Auto in the full-EV game. Not loud, but definitely not timid either.
| Category | Specification |
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| Performance | Power Output: 536 hp (400 kW) Top Speed: 180 km/h Front Motor: 150 kW (201 hp) Rear Motor: 250 kW (335 hp) |
| Powertrain | Drivetrain: Dual-motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Battery: Ternary (NMC) battery Charging: 5C ultra-fast charging (500 km range in 12 minutes) |
| Body Measurements | Length: 5085 mm (200.2 in) idth: 1960 mm (77.2 in) Height: 1740 mm (68.5 in) Wheelbase: 3050 mm (120.1 in) |
| Capacities | Seating: 6-seat configuration (2+2+2 layout) Curb Weight: 2580–2610 kg (5688–5754 lbs) |
| Price | Estimated Starting Price: Approximately 400,000 yuan (around $54,400 USD) |