Li Auto Inc. Launches the All-New Li L8, a Five-Seat Flagship SUV
Li Auto (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015) announced the launch of the all-new Li L8, a five-seat flagship SUV for China’s new energy vehicle market.
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Li Auto (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015) announced the launch of the all-new Li L8, a five-seat flagship SUV for China’s new energy vehicle market.
The Li L8 comes in Ultra and Livis trims, priced at RMB369,800 and RMB429,800, with deliveries starting within a week.
Positive
- Launch of all-new Li L8 five-seat flagship SUV expands product lineup
- Two trims, Ultra and Livis, priced at RMB369,800 and RMB429,800 provide clear positioning
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- None.
Details
News Market Reaction – LI
In the Jun 24 session, LI declined 1.90%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
- Revenue
- RMB23.0 billion
- Q1 2026 revenue, down 11.4% year over year
- Vehicle deliveries
- 95,142 vehicles
- Q1 2026 deliveries, up 2.5% year over year
- Gross margin
- 7.9%
- Q1 2026 gross margin, noted as falling year over year
- Net loss
- RMB2.3 billion
- Q1 2026 net loss
- Free cash flow
- RMB7.4 billion
- Q1 2026 free cash flow reported as negative
- Share repurchases
- US$139.7 million
- Executed under US$1.0 billion repurchase program
- Li L8 Ultra price
- RMB369,800
- Launch price for all-new Li L8 Ultra trim
- Li L8 Livis price
- RMB429,800
- Launch price for all-new Li L8 Livis trim
Historical Context
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Reported strong May deliveries and network growth plus L9 launch details.
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All AGM resolutions passed, including director re-elections and share mandates.
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Q1 revenue decline, margin compression, net loss and negative free cash flow.
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Official launch of Li L9 with embodied AI positioning and set pricing tiers.
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Announcement of Q1 2026 results release date and earnings conference call.
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
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BEIJING, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li Auto Inc. (“Li Auto” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015), a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market, today officially launched the all-new Li L8, with deliveries to commence within this week. The vehicle is available in Ultra and Livis trims, priced at RMB369,800 and RMB429,800, respectively. For more details on the all-new Li L8, please visit Li Auto’s official website.
About Li Auto Inc.
Li Auto Inc. is a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. Its mission is: Be Proactive, Change the World. Through innovations in product, technology, and business model, the Company provides families with safe, convenient, and comfortable products and services. Li Auto is a pioneer in successfully commercializing extended-range electric vehicles in China. While firmly advancing along this technological route, it builds platforms for battery electric vehicles in parallel. The Company leverages technology to create value for users. It concentrates its in-house development efforts on proprietary range extension systems, innovative electric vehicle technologies, and smart vehicle solutions. The Company started volume production in November 2019. It offers high-tech flagship family MPVs, Li L series extended-range electric SUVs, and Li i series battery electric SUVs. The Company will continue to expand its product lineup to target a broader user base.
For more information, please visit: https://ir.lixiang.com.
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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:
Li Auto Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@lixiang.com
Christensen Advisory
Roger Hu
Tel: +86-10-5900-1548
Email: Li@christensencomms.com
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