How Many Kilowatt-Hours Does It Take to Fully Charge a Li Auto?
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Currently, the Li ONE model from the Li Auto brand is an extended-range hybrid vehicle with a battery capacity of 40.5 kWh, requiring 40 kWh to charge from zero to full. The Li ONE is positioned as a mid-to-large SUV, addressing range anxiety and charging concerns for electric vehicles through three energy supply methods: fast charging, slow charging, and fuel-powered generation. Li Auto Related Information: Extended-Range Electric Vehicle: Can charge the battery via external facilities like charging stations or use its onboard fuel-powered range extender to supply power to the motor, storing the generated electricity in the power battery. Exterior Design: Features a clean and simple look, with the front grille's lines enlarged to shape the front profile, complemented by side grille decorations and a new ring-style lighting effect. Body Dimensions: Length 5020 mm, width 1960 mm, height 1760 mm, wheelbase 2935 mm. Interior: Adopts a standard T-shaped layout with four large screens clearly assigned to the instrument panel, central control, passenger entertainment, and vehicle control, ensuring smooth operation and comprehensive functionality. Charging Time: Slow charging takes 6 hours, fast charging takes 0.5 hours. Battery: Battery capacity 40.5 kWh. Advantages of Extended-Range Electric Vehicles: They combine the quiet operation and high starting torque of electric vehicles, allowing for pure electric use when charging is convenient, leading to lower operating costs by avoiding fuel consumption. Compared to other hybrid models, extended-range hybrids eliminate the need for a transmission, slightly reducing costs. With an onboard generator, they can run indefinitely as long as there are gas stations, avoiding the need for towing in areas without charging infrastructure. Since the engine does not directly drive the wheels, its speed is independent of the vehicle's speed, enabling optimization to operate at the most efficient RPM. This results in lower fuel consumption and minimal engine noise, even in congested urban traffic when charging is inconvenient. Electric Vehicle Charging Methods: Using the Portable Charger: EVs come with a portable charger for home use, offering convenience but slower charging speeds, mainly suitable for supplementary charging. Home Charging Station: Typically included with the purchase of an EV, with professional installation provided. Charging times vary by vehicle model. Public Charging Stations: Offer the flexibility of DC fast charging or AC slow charging, being the only option for fast charging. However, their current scarcity, difficulty in locating, and higher costs are notable drawbacks.
I bought a Li Auto L7 last year, and a full charge takes about 42 kWh, which is the battery capacity. It's quite convenient for daily use. I'm used to home charging, using the included charging cable with a standard socket for slow charging at around 2KW. A full charge takes about 20 hours, but I usually charge from 10 PM to 7 AM to take advantage of off-peak electricity rates, costing just over 20 yuan per charge. Compared to a gasoline car, I save about two to three hundred yuan per month, and the pure electric range is around 160 kilometers. It's important to pay attention to battery health, regularly check for capacity degradation, and avoid letting the charge drop below 20% frequently to extend battery life. In winter, when it's cold, the battery drains faster, so it's best to park in a garage and charge in a warmer place.
