
Li ONE is not a hybrid vehicle; it is an extended-range electric vehicle. This car is powered by an electric motor, but it is equipped with a range extender, which is essentially an engine. The engine in the Li ONE is not used to directly drive the wheels but to drive a generator that charges the battery. The Li ONE is a mid-to-large-sized SUV with dimensions of 5020 mm in length, 1960 mm in width, and 1760 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2935 mm. The Li ONE is a dual-motor model, featuring one motor on the front axle and another on the rear axle. The front axle motor has a maximum power of 100 kW and a maximum torque of 240 Nm, while the rear axle motor has a maximum power of 140 kW and a maximum torque of 290 Nm.

As a veteran in the automotive industry, I've had numerous interactions with the Li ONE and can confirm it's a hybrid vehicle, specifically a range-extended plug-in hybrid. It's equipped with a 1.2T gasoline engine that serves as a range extender, not directly driving the wheels but charging the battery. Paired with an electric motor, it can travel about 180 km in pure electric mode, making it very cost-effective for short urban trips. When the battery is low, it automatically switches to hybrid mode, extending the range to over 800 km and reducing range anxiety. This design keeps fuel consumption as low as 7L/100km, much more eco-friendly than traditional gasoline cars. In northern winters, the engine can also provide cabin heating, which is very practical. Overall, it combines the convenience of gasoline cars with the efficiency of electric vehicles, offering simple and reliable maintenance, making it suitable for various road conditions.

I've been driving the Li ONE for almost two years now, and from personal experience, it's a textbook example of hybrid technology. Charging up and driving in pure electric mode for daily commutes means no fuel consumption and a quiet ride. On longer trips, it intelligently switches to hybrid mode, with fuel efficiency far superior to conventional gas vehicles. The battery range covers daily needs perfectly, and if it ever runs low, the engine kicks in to generate electricity – I've never been stranded. Maintenance costs are reasonable, with the electric components being virtually trouble-free and the engine only operating when necessary. The driving experience is smooth, with powerful acceleration and no noise. All in all, as an owner, I believe this hybrid approach strikes an excellent balance between economy and practicality.

The younger generation values environmental protection and technology when buying cars, and the Li ONE is undoubtedly a pioneer in hybrid vehicles. It uses a gasoline engine to assist the battery, enabling pure electric driving as well as hybrid use, with an impressive range. Charging in the city saves money, while on the highway, it automatically switches to gasoline power generation seamlessly, eliminating the range anxiety of pure electric vehicles. I test-drove it and found the power response quick and quiet, with a very thoughtful intelligent system. From an environmental perspective, its emissions are much lower than traditional gasoline cars, and it also supports regenerative energy recovery. Choosing it offers both prestige and practicality.


