China's 250,000-yuan electric SUV segment just got a lot more competitive. Li Auto officially launched the i6 on October 28, 2026, with a self-developed 96 kWh LFP battery, 780 km CLTC range and dual-chamber air suspension, priced from 249,800 yuan. Just months earlier, Huawei-backed AITO Wenjie M6 went on sale in April at 229,800–299,800 yuan, packing HUAWEI ADS, HarmonyOS cockpit and both pure-electric and range-extender powertrains. Both target the same buyer: a family who wants a spacious five-seat electric SUV around $35,000–$42,000 FOB. With showroom traffic split almost evenly between the two, which one deserves your export order?
Key Facts at a Glance
| Model | Li Auto i6 (pure electric) vs AITO Wenjie M6 (EV / EREV) |
|---|---|
| Launch date | Li Auto i6: October 28, 2026 · AITO M6: April 22, 2026 |
| Price range (China) | Li Auto i6: 249,800–269,800 yuan · AITO M6: 229,800–299,800 yuan |
| FOB reference (USD) | Li Auto i6 RWD: ~$38,000 · AITO M6 EV Long Range: ~$42,300 |
| Battery | Li Auto i6: 96 kWh LFP (self-developed) · AITO M6: 81 / 100 kWh CATL LFP |
| CLTC range | Li Auto i6: 780 km RWD / 710 km AWD · AITO M6 EV: 760 km RWD / 705 km AWD; EREV: 1,605 km combined |
| Charging | Li Auto i6: 5C ultra-fast, 500 km in 10 min · AITO M6: 800 V, 30–80% in 15 min |
| ADAS system | Li Auto i6: Mache M100 chip, 1280 TOPS · AITO M6: HUAWEI ADS, 896-line LiDAR |
| Cockpit screen | Li Auto i6: 29-inch 6K panoramic · AITO M6: 16.1-inch rotating + 8.88-inch cluster |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | Li Auto i6: 4,950 × 1,935 × 1,655 mm · AITO M6: 4,960 × 1,985 × 1,736 mm |
| Wheelbase | Li Auto i6: 3,000 mm · AITO M6: 2,950 mm |
| Body style | Both: 5-door, 5-seat mid-size SUV |
Exterior: Wagon-Like Streamliner vs Rugged Family SUV
The two cars take opposite design routes. The Li Auto i6 is 4,950 mm long but only 1,655 mm tall - lower than most SUVs - giving it a wagon-like, aerodynamic silhouette with a 0.218 drag coefficient. Its "shark nose" front end, split headlight design and full-width rear taillight bar make it look longer and sleeker than its actual footprint.
The AITO M6 is taller at 1,736 mm and 50 mm wider, with a more upright, conventional SUV stance. Huawei's "starry sky" split headlights, raked windshield and floating roof line give it a younger, more muscular look. Both cars carry roof-mounted LiDAR sensors for their respective driver-assistance systems.
Power and Range: 5C Charging King vs Dual-Powertrain Flexibility
The Li Auto i6 uses a self-developed 96 kWh "Lianshan" LFP battery pack. The rear-drive version claims a 780 km CLTC range, while the dual-motor version drops to 710 km. It supports 5C charging - Li Auto says 10 minutes of charging adds roughly 500 km of range, backed by 4,200+ branded supercharging stations. The published energy consumption is just 13.4 kWh/100 km for the rear-drive model, one of the lowest in its class.
The AITO M6 pure-electric range uses an 81 kWh or 100 kWh CATL LFP pack. The long-range rear-drive version claims 760 km CLTC, and the dual-motor Ultra version offers 705 km. Like the i6, it sits on an 800 V platform and charges 30–80% in about 15 minutes. The M6 also comes as a range-extender (EREV) with a 1.5 L turbo engine, delivering 1,605 km of combined CLTC range - a critical option for buyers who frequently travel long distances without charging access.
On acceleration, the i6 leads: the rear-drive i6 does 0–100 km/h in 6.8 seconds, and the dual-motor AWD version hits 4.8 seconds. The M6 RWD takes 7.3 seconds, and the AWD Ultra does 5.2 seconds. Both are electronically limited to 200 km/h.
Interior and Space: Lounge Cabin vs Rotating Screen Tech
Inside, the i6 goes all-in on immersion: a 29-inch 6K panoramic screen spanning the dashboard, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 chip and Li Auto's Xinghuan OS. The steering-wheel instrument cluster has been removed in favor of a HUD, creating a cleaner, more minimalist look. Audio is a 20-speaker, 1,920 W Dolby Atmos system with 7.3.4 channel layout. The 3,000 mm wheelbase is the longest in its class, with adjustable rear seatbacks and footrests for family comfort.
The M6 takes a different approach. Instead of one giant screen, it uses a 16.1-inch floating central screen that rotates up to 30° toward the driver or passenger, paired with an 8.88-inch instrument cluster and a 26.1-inch W-HUD. The cabin runs HarmonyOS, with seamless phone-tablet-laptop continuity and Huawei HiCar. Audio is a 21-speaker HUAWEI SOUND system at 1,000 W. The rotating screen is a genuine conversation piece: turn it toward the passenger for movies, or toward the driver when 360° camera view is needed.
In cargo space, the M6 wins: trunk expands from 882 L to 2,136 L with the rear seats folded, compared with the i6's 724 L. The M6 also adds a 202 L front trunk (frunk) on the pure-electric version.
Smart Driving: Huawei ADS vs Li Auto Mache
The i6 uses Li Auto's self-developed Mache M100 chip (1,280 TOPS on the standard model, 2,560 TOPS with the dual-chip pack). It ships with one front-facing Hesai ATL-P LiDAR, 11 cameras, one millimeter-wave radar, and 8 UWB high-precision tags. City and highway NOA are both supported.
The M6 runs HUAWEI ADS with Huawei's own 896-line LiDAR (one on the standard model, two on higher trims), 11 cameras, and 3–5 millimeter-wave radars. Huawei's ADS is widely regarded as the benchmark in China for urban NOA, particularly in complex intersections and narrow parking scenarios. The M6 also adds valet parking through memory and summon features.
Chassis: Dual-Chamber Magic Carpet vs Single-Chamber Sport
The i6 is equipped with dual-chamber air suspension plus CDC continuous damping - Li Auto calls it the "Magic Carpet" system. Dual-chamber means the air spring can independently adjust spring rate and ride height, which delivers a genuinely plush, limousine-like ride over broken roads. Combined with the lower 13.4 kWh/100 km consumption, the i6 feels like a rolling living room.
The M6 uses a single-chamber air suspension on higher trims (and conventional steel suspension on the base model). The tuning is firmer and more responsive, with less body roll in corners. It is the more engaging car to drive, but it transmits more road noise and sharp edges into the cabin - a deliberate trade-off for the younger, more dynamic buyer Huawei targets.
Specifications Comparison
| Item | Li Auto i6 (RWD) | AITO M6 (EV Long Range) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Li Auto | AITO / Seres-Huawei |
| Segment | Mid-size SUV | Mid-size SUV |
| Energy type | Pure electric | Pure electric (also EREV) |
| Launch date | October 28, 2026 | April 22, 2026 |
| Price (China, yuan) | 249,800–269,800 | 229,800–299,800 |
| FOB reference (USD) | ~$38,000 | ~$42,300 |
| Length × Width × Height (mm) | 4,950 × 1,935 × 1,655 | 4,960 × 1,985 × 1,736 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3,000 | 2,950 |
| Body structure | 5-door 5-seat SUV | 5-door 5-seat SUV |
| Battery (kWh) | 96 LFP (self-developed) | 100 CATL LFP |
| CLTC range (km) | 780 | 760 |
| Max power (kW) | 250 | 227 |
| Max torque (N·m) | 425 | 320 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) | 6.8 | 7.3 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 200 | 200 |
| Energy consumption (kWh/100km) | 13.4 | 14.8 |
| Front suspension | Double-wishbone | Double-wishbone |
| Air suspension | Dual-chamber (Magic Carpet) | Single-chamber (higher trims) |
| Central screen | 29-inch 6K panoramic | 16.1-inch rotating |
| ADAS chip | Mache M100 (1280 TOPS) | HUAWEI ADS |
| LiDAR | 1 × Hesai ATL-P | 1 × Huawei 896-line |
| Speakers | 20 × 1920W Dolby Atmos | 21 × HUAWEI SOUND 1000W |
| Trunk (L) | 724 | 882–2136 |
| Vehicle warranty | 5 yr / 100,000 km | 4 yr / 100,000 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions overseas buyers and importers ask most when comparing the Li Auto i6 and AITO M6.
Which car has a longer real-world range, the Li Auto i6 or the AITO M6?
The i6 leads on paper with 780 km CLTC (96 kWh LFP) versus the M6 EV's 760 km (100 kWh LFP). The i6 is also more efficient at 13.4 kWh/100 km. However, the M6 EREV version offers 1,605 km of combined range with a 1.5 L range extender, making it the better choice for road trips without charging infrastructure.
Which car has better smart driving, Li Auto Mache or HUAWEI ADS?
HUAWEI ADS is widely considered the benchmark in China for urban NOA and narrow parking. Li Auto's Mache M100 is a solid self-developed system with strong highway and memory-parking performance, but most independent tests still rank Huawei slightly ahead in complex urban scenarios.
Is the Li Auto i6 available for export, and what is the FOB price?
Yes, the i6 is Li Auto's first global pure-electric model and was shown at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, with deliveries starting in Norway and the Netherlands. The rear-drive version exports at approximately $38,000 FOB Shanghai, with dual-motor and option packs adding cost.
Which car is better for a family with kids, the i6 or the M6?
The i6 is stronger in rear-seat comfort (longer wheelbase, dual zero-gravity front seats, softer dual-chamber suspension). The M6 offers more cargo space (882–2,136 L trunk), a wider cabin, and the EREV option for long family road trips without range anxiety.
Can I import both the Li Auto i6 and AITO M6 to my country?
Both Li Auto and Huawei are expanding export channels. The i6 is officially targeting Europe and Southeast Asia. The M6 is sold through Huawei's global retail network in select markets. Contact TopEv for current FOB pricing, homologation requirements and container shipping schedules to your port.
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