On October 28, 2026, Li Auto officially launched its new-form five-seat SUV — the 2026 Li Auto i6 — with a nationwide unified retail price of RMB 249,800 and a limited-time launch-period benefit price of RMB 239,800. Test drives, orders, and deliveries begin today. Display vehicles are now available at Li Auto's nationwide retail centers; customers can visit stores to experience the car, or order the new model and book test drives through the Li Auto App.
One year after launch, the Li Auto i6 has achieved cumulative sales of nearly 190,000 units, with a user Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 80.2, making it one of the most popular pure electric products on the market. Driving experience, infotainment experience, ride comfort, spacious interior, original design, and vehicle safety have become key reasons users recognize and recommend the i6 to family and friends. Based on user feedback and the latest technological breakthroughs, the 2026 Li Auto i6 brings six core upgrades: brighter lights, more convenient storage, more comfortable seats, a larger screen, longer range, and a stronger chip.
Li Auto Chairman and CEO Li Xiang said: "A hit product is not the result of planning, but the feedback the market gives after you truly create user value. Even the most successful product has room for further improvement. We heard our users' needs, so the 2026 Li Auto i6 is the answer we're delivering — we want the most popular product to enjoy the best technology. We hope the Li Auto i6 becomes Li Auto's highest-selling model globally, an original masterpiece remembered by the world."
Original Design and Comfortable Space: Making Every Seat More Relaxed
With its original new-form design, the Li Auto i6 delivers class-leading space, handling, and comfort, while achieving lower highway energy consumption than conventional-form SUVs. The 2026 Li Auto i6 continues the clean, flowing, and highly recognizable styling, adding two new exterior colors — Magnetic Blue and Hyacinth Purple — for a total of six body color options. Magnetic Blue uses a pearl paint process, presenting a pearlescent luster under strong light and a stronger sporty feel in dim light; Hyacinth Purple uses a cool-tone paint process that complements the pure, streamlined body, offering users richer personal expression.
A spacious cabin must not only be comfortable to sit in, but also let users fully relax when parked for a rest. The 2026 Li Auto i6 comes standard with two full-size zero-gravity seats for the driver and front passenger, supporting a 150-degree recline angle and 16-way power adjustment, paired with four-way power leg rests so users can lie back in a stretched-out position. By adjusting the instrument panel position, the new model frees up more foot space for the front zero-gravity seats. The front massage has been upgraded from a 10-point back massage to an 18-point full-body kneading massage covering both the backrest and the seat cushion, and is equipped with ventilation, heating, and leg-rest heating, making lunch breaks and short stops more comfortable restful moments.
The second-row Queen Seat's maximum recline angle has been increased from 125 degrees to 140 degrees, and together with the power footrest and center armrest, it creates a more comfortable space for family members. The second-row center armrest now adds a 67W Type-C fast-charging port, so family members in the back can conveniently charge their phones. The onboard refrigerator has been upgraded with power-operated door opening, supports freezing down to minus 6 degrees Celsius, and features a removable, washable inner liner, making it easier to access drinks and food and to keep things clean day to day.
Cabin details have been upgraded in sync with high-frequency daily use scenarios. The class-largest vanity mirror supports three levels of color temperature and brightness adjustment, and users who option the rear cabin entertainment screen package also get an independent second-row vanity mirror. Five-zone climate control caters to the thermal comfort needs of different seating positions. The overhead star-ring lighting can focus for reading or provide broad, soft illumination. The interior of the center armrest storage box and the charging panel are both wrapped in softer materials. The newly added "drop-in" storage box provides a handy spot for personal items such as glasses and cosmetics.
The 2026 Li Auto i6 makes the electric front trunk users have been asking for a standard feature, supporting voice control and double-tap opening. The front trunk retains the low-opening, short-reach "no-bending" design, with a flat bottom and sloped structure that make organizing items easy, high-mounted lighting that makes nighttime access clear at a glance, and a bottom drain for easy cleaning. The double-layer seal ring provides waterproof, dustproof, and odor-proof protection, helping users separately store items with mud, water, or odors. When opened, two white indicator lights below illuminate the ground and alert passing vehicles; when closed, the star-ring light comes on to give users clear confirmation that it is shut, making the storage experience more convenient from loading and unloading to opening and closing.
New-Generation Electric Platform: Long Range and Comfortable Driving in One
The 2026 Li Auto i6 comes standard with Li Auto's self-developed Lianshan 5C battery, with capacity increased to 96 kWh. The rear-wheel-drive version's CLTC range has increased from 720 km to 780 km, and the all-wheel-drive version's CLTC range has increased from 660 km to 710 km. In a live range test, the rear-wheel-drive version of the 2026 Li Auto i6 simulated real user travel scenarios and achieved an actual driving distance of 811.4 km, a completion rate of 104%. The Lianshan battery also delivers better winter charging and discharging performance and more accurate remaining-range estimation, making daily commuting, long-distance travel, and winter driving more reassuring.
First owners of the 2026 Li Auto i6 will enjoy two lifetime guarantees under the Lianshan Battery Assurance Plan: if a spontaneous fire occurs due to a quality problem with the original factory battery and the vehicle reaches the scrapping standard, a new car of the same configuration will be compensated; if the battery catches fire due to a battery collision or chassis scrape and the vehicle reaches the scrapping standard, the difference between the vehicle damage insurance policy coverage and the actual insurance payout will be made up.
In terms of driving experience, the 2026 Li Auto i6 comes standard with dual-chamber Magic Carpet air suspension and an all-aluminum front double-wishbone and rear five-link suspension structure, paired with continuously variable damping shock absorbers to isolate road vibrations while providing stable body support. The air suspension offers four height modes — low, standard, high, and higher — balancing the handling advantages of a low center of gravity with passability across different road conditions. The new model further optimizes brake pedal feel and improves steering response speed, making it easier for novice drivers to master braking force and making cornering and lane changes more agile and effortless.
The nighttime driving experience has also been comprehensively upgraded. The 2026 Li Auto i6 comes standard with a new-generation headlight system consisting of a high/low beam integrated headlight, ADB adaptive high beam, and low-speed cornering auxiliary lights. Low-beam illumination intensity is increased by 20%, high-beam projection distance by nearly 30%, and the lateral angle of cornering auxiliary lighting is widened from 45 degrees to 70 degrees, making low obstacles such as curbs and flower beds easier to see. The ADB adaptive high beam can identify vehicles ahead and oncoming vehicles and automatically adjust the high-beam illumination shape, lighting the road while reducing glare interference for other drivers, making nighttime travel clearer and more reassuring.
New-Generation Intelligent Platform: Smarter Assisted Driving and Smoother Interaction
The 2026 Li Auto i6 comes standard with the self-developed Mach M100 chip. Along with the launch of the new model, Mach VLA 2.5 will be rolled out via OTA 9.2 to users of the Mach assisted driving platform. Mach VLA 2.5 adopts a self-developed 3D ViT visual perception architecture, further improving its ability to understand the road environment and the intentions of traffic participants. When faced with complex situations such as a bus decelerating to the front side, a vehicle ahead reversing, or a narrow road with insufficient passage width, the system can judge road conditions more promptly and, through defensive deceleration and proactive yielding, make the passage safer and smoother. The parking experience also evolves with improved perception. Mach VLA 2.5 helps users handle parking scenarios with extremely narrow spaces and vehicles closely adjacent on both sides. Remote parking now adds a close-door start option, making the parking process after getting out more convenient.
In terms of the smart cockpit, the 2026 Li Auto i6 aligns with flagship standards. It comes standard with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 cockpit chip and a 29-inch 6K panoramic screen, and offers an optional 21-inch 4K second-row entertainment screen. The front panoramic screen not only delivers higher display quality but also meets the highest automotive-grade durability and quality requirements. The 8797 chip provides stronger processing power and faster response speed, while a 120Hz touch sampling rate delivers a silky-smooth touch experience, and the self-developed MindOS provides powerful multitasking capabilities. The chip, screen, and system work together to deliver a smooth experience for navigation, audio-visual entertainment, and multitasking interaction.
Along with the launch of the new model, the smart cockpit equipped with the 8797 chip will also receive an upgrade: CarPlay, HiCar, and Carlink phone-to-vehicle connectivity features will be rolled out, allowing users of different phones to conveniently use familiar apps. The UWB power-saving Sentry Mode monitors the vehicle's surroundings with lower energy consumption, reducing power draw to one-fifth of the previous level, easing the electricity burden during long-term parking and bringing smart features closer to everyday needs.
Collaborative Innovation in Materials and Structure Plus Rigorous Validation: Providing Reassurance
Safety is the foundation of all experiences. The Li Auto i6 has a body torsional rigidity of over 52,000 N·m/°, with high-strength steel and aluminum alloy accounting for 85% of the body-in-white. The A-pillar is reinforced, the rocker beam adopts a nine-grid crash structure, and 14 ring-shaped energy-absorbing structures are arranged at the front of the vehicle. Through the synergy of materials and structure, it provides a more reliable protective space for occupants in a collision.
The front row is equipped with a three-chamber far-side airbag that separately protects the head, chest, and arms, reducing secondary injuries to occupants. The Li Auto i6 received an all-"5G" excellent rating in the C-IASI evaluation, achieving "zero defects" in the "occupant safety" category that users care about most.
Behind the visible comfort features lies equally rigorous quality validation. Li Auto i6 seat testing includes simulating an 80 kg adult repeatedly entering and exiting 20,000 times, simulating a 100 kg adult kneeling on the seat cushion with one knee 10,000 times, and a 100 kg backrest load test in the zero-gravity deployed state, verifying the long-term reliability of the seat structure and the ventilation, heating, and massage functions. In an actual wading test, the Li Auto i6 was submerged in 500 mm of water for half an hour, after which all systems operated normally, validating reliability in complex environments through rigorous testing.
Configuration and Pricing
The 2026 Li Auto i6 has a nationwide unified retail price of RMB 249,800. Standard equipment includes the 96 kWh Li Auto Lianshan 5C battery, dual-chamber Magic Carpet air suspension, new-generation intelligent ADB headlights, electric front trunk, dual full-size zero-gravity front seats with 18-point full-body kneading massage, a second-row Queen Seat with a 140-degree large recline angle, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 cockpit chip, a 29-inch 6K panoramic screen, and the self-developed Mach M100 assisted driving platform — making a complete comfort, pure electric, and intelligent experience standard equipment.
The 2026 Li Auto i6 offers five personalized options to meet users' different travel needs. The Dual Mach M100 Package is priced at RMB 20,000, featuring two Mach M100 chips with 2,560 TOPS of computing power, along with three solid-state LiDAR units and front power doors, providing stronger hardware support for assisted driving and daily use. The Dual-Motor All-Wheel-Drive option is priced at RMB 20,000, with a total powertrain output of 400 kW, a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.8 seconds, and a complimentary 21-inch seven-spoke sport wheel set.
The Rear Cabin Entertainment Screen Package is priced at RMB 10,000, offering a 4K ultra-clear second-row screen, an ultra-clear anti-glare streaming interior rearview mirror, two independent rear vanity mirrors, and two center speakers, further enriching the rear-seat ride and entertainment experience. The Electric Tow Hitch is priced at RMB 6,000, featuring an integrated hidden design with one-touch electric extension and retraction, a maximum towing capacity of 1.5 tons, and support for LCC all-scenario assisted driving while towing, expanding more outdoor travel scenarios for users. The Platinum Audio System is priced at RMB 5,000, with 1,920 W peak power and 20 speakers, supporting Dolby Atmos for a richer auditory experience in the cabin.
Benefits
The 2026 Li Auto i6 has a limited-time launch-period benefit price of RMB 239,800. Customers who order the new car during the launch period before November 30, 2026, can choose a special paint color — Magnetic Blue, Hyacinth Purple, or Cloud Yellow — worth RMB 6,000 for free. First owners of any Li Auto model who repurchase will receive the Platinum Audio System, worth RMB 5,000, for free.
The 2026 Li Auto i6 continues the product positioning of a new-form five-seat SUV and, building on a foundation validated and recognized by nearly 190,000 users, has completed a comprehensive upgrade in product value. Going forward, Li Auto will continue to be driven by user value, insist on self-developing core technologies, and keep creating the mobile home.
