New Li Auto L9 Reportedly Reaches 8K Firm Orders Within 72 Hours of Launch
The updated Li Auto L9 experienced high demand post-launch, with significant orders, particularly for the lower-priced Livis version.
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The updated Li Auto L9 experienced high demand post-launch, with significant orders, particularly for the lower-priced Livis version.
Li Auto launches 2026 L9 flagship SUV on May 15; prices start at $66,671 with $2,900 limited discount. The model packs 2560TOPS Mach chips and 800V active suspension.
Li Auto’s first in-house AD chip Mach 100 enters mass production. CEO Li Xiang dismisses “copycat spending” claims, highlighting systemic capabilities over single specs. The five-year chip project remedies the first-gen L9’s flaws, and the new L9 Livis will carry dual chips as Li Auto faces shifting sales and fiercer competition.
Chinese regulators reportedly investigated NEV manufacturers over “battery locking” claims, but multiple companies have denied these allegations.
In March, Shanghai saw 40,203 car sales, with BEVs at 56.99%, highlighting significant electrification and consumer preference shifts.
Tesla updated its financing policy, offering a 5-year zero-interest loan, and maintaining low-interest options, amid industry changes.
Li Auto has expanded into the UAE and KSA, focusing on L-series vehicles and enhancing its presence in the Middle East.
The new brand is expected to operate through an independent sales network separate from Leapmotor’s existing channels.
Li Auto refuted hacking and smuggling rumors, affirmed vehicle operations, and targets growth for 2026.
The large NEV SUV market in March showed a pronounced “top-heavy” structure. For example, total sales of the Top 10…