Li Auto L6 and Leapmotor C16 differ across several key aspects:
1. Price:
- Li Auto L6: Available in Pro and Max versions, priced between 249.800 and 279.800 RMB.
- Leapmotor C16: Officially priced between 155.800 and 185.800 RMB, making it a more budget-friendly option and attractive to cost-conscious consumers.
2. Exterior Design:
- Li Auto L6: Features a family-style design similar to the Li L7. L8. and L9. with a sleek floating design and a star-ring daytime running light. The rear features a full-width taillight, with a distinctive transition from the roof to the D-pillar.
- Leapmotor C16: Maintains a rounded, full design typical of Leapmotor, with a closed grille and full-width front light, creating a recognizable look. The rear full-width light strip mirrors the front design, maintaining simplicity and distinctiveness.
3. Dimensions:
- Li Auto L6: Measures 4925mm in length, 1960mm in width, and 1735mm in height, with a 2920mm wheelbase. It offers spacious interior space and is relatively large among midsize SUVs.
- Leapmotor C16: Measures 4915mm in length, 1905mm in width, and 1770mm in height, with a 2825mm wheelbase. Although slightly narrower, its length is almost the same as the L6. with greater height, maximizing interior space.
4. Interior Configuration:
- Li Auto L6: Features a four-screen setup, equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P chip, offering 5G connectivity. Heated steering is standard, with Nappa leather for a luxurious feel.
- Leapmotor C16: Primarily a two-screen design, featuring a dual-spoke steering wheel and floating central control screen, powered by the 8295 chip. The interior is in light colors, with a minimalist, modern style.
5. Performance:
- Li Auto L6: Equipped with dual-motor all-wheel drive across the lineup, delivering a maximum power of 300 kW, 529 Nm torque, and 0-100 km/h acceleration in 5.4 seconds.
- Leapmotor C16: Offers both range-extended and all-electric versions. The range-extended version has a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with 170 kW power, 320 Nm torque, and 0-100 km/h acceleration in 8.46 seconds. The all-electric version provides 215 kW power, 360 Nm torque, and 0-100 km/h in 6.37 seconds.
6. Range:
- Li Auto L6: Pure electric CLTC range is 212 km, with fuel consumption of 6.9L per 100 km when the battery is depleted, achieving a total range of 1.390 km. A 400V fast charging platform is standard, recharging from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes.
- Leapmotor C16: The range-extended version has a pure electric CLTC range of 200 km, with 6.19L/100 km fuel consumption (WLT C cycle), totaling 1.095 km when fully fueled and charged. The all-electric version has a pure electric CLTC range of 520 km, supported by an 800V SiC high-voltage fast charging platform, taking about 15 minutes to charge from 30% to 80%.
7. Smart Driving:
- Li Auto L6: Comes with extensive intelligent driving features. The lower model uses a Horizon Journey 5 chip, enabling functions such as highway NOA, automatic parking, and remote park-in/out. Higher models feature an NVIDIA Orin-X chip, supporting NOA in cities without high-precision maps and valet parking.
- Leapmotor C16: Equipped with 30 advanced sensors, including Hesai Technology’s AT128. enabling 25 intelligent driving functions such as NAP highway navigation assist and NAC navigation cruise control.
8. Seating Configuration:
- Li Auto L6: Only available as a 5-seater.
- Leapmotor C16: Comes in a 6-seat configuration, more suitable for families with larger passenger needs.