Li Auto has announced that its upcoming 2026 i6 battery-electric vehicle (BEV) achieved a real-world range of 811.4 kilometres (504 miles) in a recent endurance test, and that customer deliveries will begin nationwide on October 29. The test, reported by Chinese automotive outlet Gasgoo, was conducted around Taihu Lake and covered national roads, tunnels, urban and suburban routes.
The test vehicle was a rear-wheel-drive version carrying four adult passengers and about 50 kilograms of equipment. Ambient temperatures ranged from 13 to 20 degrees Celsius, with the air conditioning set to 24 degrees in automatic mode throughout. The car completed the entire route without recharging, posting an average energy consumption of 11.8 kWh per 100 kilometres under these near-commuting conditions.
Chassis and dynamic upgrades
The 2026 i6 features a full aluminium suspension, dual-chamber air springs and continuously variable damping shock absorbers. It is equipped with four high-performance hydraulic bushings, and the body torsional stiffness is rated at 52,014 N·m per degree. Li Auto says the new model has optimised its dynamic behaviour, including revised steering tuning for sharper response and recalibrated brake pedal damping and force for more linear braking feedback.
In terms of delivery preparation, Li Auto arranged for showroom cars to arrive at dealerships on October 11 and has pre-planned production to build near-ready inventory. Once deliveries begin on October 29, customers will be able to place orders and lock configurations through official channels.
According to Gasgoo, the i6 is positioned as a key addition to Li Auto's lineup, which already includes the L-series SUVs and the MEGA MPV. The company has been expanding its BEV offerings alongside its popular range-extender electric vehicles (EREVs), which combine an electric motor with a small petrol engine to recharge the battery.
The 811.4 km figure is a measured result from a single test, not an official laboratory rating. For comparison, the CLTC (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) range, which is typically 15-20% more optimistic than the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, would suggest a WLTP equivalent of roughly 650-690 km (est.).
Li Auto has not yet announced pricing for the i6. The company's existing models, such as the L7 and L9, are priced in the 300,000-460,000 yuan range (about $42,300-$64,800), and the i6 is expected to slot into a similar premium segment. As with all Chinese guide prices, the final on-road cost will depend on local taxes and incentives.
