This is not just a choice of budget, but a choice of lifestyle and family structure. The Ideal L9 takes on the full-scene needs of multi-child families with a "flagship all-rounder" posture, while the Ideal L6 meets the refined travel needs of young families with a "precision alternative" positioning. Behind the 160,000 RMB price difference lies trade-offs rather than strengths or weaknesses.

I. Core Overview: See the Essential Differences at a Glance

II. In-depth Analysis: What Exactly Does the 160,000 RMB Price Difference Bring?

🔹 1. Space and Seating Layout: From "Sufficient" to "Luxurious"

• Ideal L6: Precisely Meeting the Core Needs of Three-Person Families

   

  The spacious five-seat layout is the core advantage of the L6. With a 2920mm wheelbase, the front and rear rows offer ample space. Passengers 180cm tall still have two fists of legroom in the rear.

   

  The standard trunk volume reaches 580L, expanding to 1650L when the rear seats are folded down. Strollers, camping gear, and luggage can be accommodated simultaneously, fully adapting to the short-distance travel scenarios of young families.

   

  With a body length of less than 5 meters and a turning radius of only 5.8m, it is more flexible for parking in old communities and passing on narrow roads, making daily commuting stress-free.
• Ideal L9: A Full-Scene Solution for Multi-Child Families

   

  The ultra-long 3105mm wheelbase is directly converted into a "comfortable ride for all three rows" experience. The third row can easily accommodate adults for long periods without cramped legroom, completely eliminating the embarrassment of the "third row being a decoration."

   

  The 2+2+2 layout allows the independent second-row seats to have heating/ventilation/massage functions. Elderly family members can adjust their sitting posture at any time when taking care of children, and the middle aisle facilitates getting on and off the car.

   

  The trunk still has a 420L volume when fully occupied, paired with an electric 感应 tailgate, making it more convenient to load large items, fully meeting the long-distance travel needs of "a family of six + full luggage."

🔹 2. Power and Driving Experience: Daily Sufficiency vs. Excessive Reserve

• Ideal L6: "Golden Power" for Urban Commuting

   

  The 300kW combined power is completely sufficient for a five-seat SUV. The electric drive mode in urban areas provides brisk and quiet acceleration, making overtaking and lane changing effortless.

   

  When in extended-range mode on highways, the 1.5T extended-range generator intervenes with smooth power output. Although there is slight noise (which can be masked by the audio system), the outstanding fuel consumption of 5.4L per 100km in extended-range mode keeps long-distance travel costs manageable.

   

  The chassis tuning leans towards comfort. The CDC adaptive suspension effectively filters road bumps, and the impact when passing speed bumps is gentle, balancing driving quality and ride comfort.
• Ideal L9: Flagship-Level Power and Poise

   

  With 330kW combined power and 620N·m torque, it can still accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 5.3 seconds even when pushing a 2.8-ton body. When overtaking on highways, stepping on the accelerator deeply delivers instant power, with abundant reserve in the later stage.

   

  The air suspension is a core highlight, which can automatically adjust the height according to road conditions: lowering the body at high speeds to improve stability and raising the chassis when passing rough roads to enhance passability, resulting in stronger adaptability to complex road conditions.

   

  The matching between the extended-range generator and the motor is more mature. The noise control during sudden acceleration is better than that of the L6. The whole car is equipped with double-layer soundproof glass + active noise cancellation system, and the in-car quietness reaches the level of luxury cars.

🔹 3. Configuration and Practicality: Cost-Effectiveness vs. Full Luxury

• Ideal L6: Practical Configurations Not Missing, Core Functions Fully Covered

   

  The basic configurations are sufficiently rich: panoramic sunroof, electric seats, automatic air conditioning, L2-level intelligent driving assistance (laser radar as standard across the range), meeting the daily use needs of families.

   

  The Max Version is equipped with the Thor-U chip with 700TOPS computing power, supporting urban navigation-assisted driving. After upgrading to the VLA large model in the second half of the year, it can realize advanced functions such as voice driving instructions and roaming for parking spaces, and the intelligent experience is not inferior to flagship models.

   

  The 19-speaker + 1920W audio system delivers sound quality that exceeds the average level of the same price range, allowing children to watch animations and adults to listen to music with a good experience during rides.
• Ideal L9: Every Configuration Serves "Family Comfort"

   

  👉 Rear entertainment screen: The 15.7-inch ultra-large screen supports 4K resolution. Paired with wireless headphones, children can watch animations and play games during rides, effectively relieving boredom during long-distance travel.

   

  👉 On-board refrigerator: Supports temperature adjustment from -6℃ to 55℃, which can store breast milk, fruits, and beverages. The whole family can enjoy iced drinks or fresh complementary food at any time when traveling.

   

  👉 Rear seat massage: The independent second-row seats are equipped with 8 massage modes, making it difficult for elderly family members to feel tired during long-distance rides and improving the happiness of the whole family's travel.

   

  👉 52.3kWh ternary lithium battery: Not only has a longer pure electric range, but the larger battery capacity also results in a higher long-distance range achievement rate in winter (maintaining more than 75% range at -25℃), making it more friendly to users in northern regions.

🔹 4. Range and Energy Consumption: Small Gap, Different Scenarios

• The difference in combined range between the two is only 16km, which is almost imperceptible in daily use, but the 68km gap in pure electric range has a significant impact in specific scenarios:
  • Ideal L6: The 212km pure electric range is suitable for daily commuting (50km per day can meet 4 days of no charging), but the actual range in winter is about 150km, and users without charging piles need to supplement energy frequently.
  • Ideal L9: The 280km pure electric range can cover weekend short-distance trips (200km round trip without using oil). The 52.3kWh ternary lithium battery has better low-temperature performance, with an actual range of about 220km in winter and lower energy supplementation frequency.
• Energy consumption performance: Due to its lighter body (about 2.3 tons), the L6 has a fuel consumption of 0.7L/100km lower than the L9 in extended-range mode, which can save about 500 RMB in fuel costs per year for long-term urban commuting; however, the large battery capacity of the L9 makes the driving quality more stable in pure electric mode, with more linear power output.

🔹 5. Residual Value and Maintenance Costs: Cost-Effectiveness vs. Flagship Responsibility

• Ideal L6:

   

  The residual value performance is moderate, with a first-year residual value of about 85% and a third-year residual value of about 68%, mainly affected by the rapid iteration of models.

   

  Maintenance costs are low, with minor maintenance costing about 800 RMB and major maintenance about 1500 RMB. The maintenance cost of the CDC suspension is more than 30% lower than that of the air suspension.

   

  Common user feedback issues: Thin paint, obvious noise in extended-range mode on highways, and easy abnormal noise of the original wiper.
• Ideal L9:

   

  The flagship model has a more stable residual value, with a first-year residual value of about 88% and a third-year residual value of about 72%. The luxurious configurations provide certain support for the residual value.

   

  Maintenance costs are slightly higher, with minor maintenance costing about 1000 RMB and major maintenance about 1800 RMB. The replacement cost of the air suspension is relatively high (about 15,000 RMB per unit), but the reliability performance is good (the 3-year failure rate is less than 5%).

   

  Common user feedback issues: The large body size makes parking inconvenient, and the large screen occasionally malfunctions (can be solved through OTA upgrades).

III. Precise Positioning: Buying Logic Tree for Two Types of Families

💡 3 Core Scenarios for Choosing the Ideal L6

1. Family Structure: Young three-person families without plans for more children, occasionally traveling with 1-2 relatives or friends.
2. Usage Needs: Mainly for daily commuting, with no more than 3 long-distance trips per year, pursuing high cost-effectiveness.
3. Core Demands: Valuing vehicle flexibility and low usage costs, with intelligent assisted driving functions being a must.
    
   👉 Recommended Version: Choose the Pro Version (249,800 RMB) if budget is limited, and the Max Version (279,800 RMB) for a better intelligent experience.

💡 3 Core Scenarios for Choosing the Ideal L9

1. Family Structure: Multi-child families (2 or more children) , often needing to travel with elderly family members, with a rigid demand for 6 seats.
2. Usage Needs: Frequent long-distance trips (more than 3 times a year), focusing on the riding comfort and configuration luxury of the whole family.
3. Core Demands: Sufficient budget, pursuing "one-step purchase" and hoping the vehicle can meet the family's usage needs for the next 5 years.
    
   👉 Recommended Version: Choose the Pro Version (409,800 RMB) for cost-effectiveness, and the Ultra Version (439,800 RMB) for a top-tier experience.

❓ Ultimate FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Is it necessary for three-person families to spend an extra 160,000 RMB on the L9?

2. Is there a significant daily use difference between air suspension and CDC?

• Urban roads: Both can effectively filter bumps, and the comfort difference is no more than 10%.
• Long-distance/rough roads: The advantage of air suspension is prominent. It can adjust stiffness and height, with softer shock absorption and better body stability.
• Maintenance costs: The lifelong maintenance cost of air suspension is about 20,000 RMB higher than that of CDC, making CDC more cost-effective in family use scenarios.

3. What is the actual range achievement rate of the two models?

• Ideal L6: The pure electric range achievement rate is about 85% in summer (around 180km) and about 70% in winter (around 150km). With a full tank of fuel and full charge, it can actually run 1000-1100km.
• Ideal L9: The pure electric range achievement rate is about 90% in summer (around 250km) and about 80% in winter (around 220km). With a full tank of fuel and full charge, it can actually run 1100-1200km.

4. How do the two models perform in terms of extended-range generator noise and vibration?

• Ideal L6: There is almost no noise in low-speed pure electric mode. When accelerating suddenly or in extended-range mode, the noise of the extended-range generator is relatively obvious, but it has been optimized after the 2025 OTA upgrade and can be masked by turning up the audio.
• Ideal L9: The sound insulation between the extended-range generator and the body is better. The noise and vibration during intervention are better controlled. Slight noise can only be felt when driving at high speed in extended-range mode and stepping on the accelerator deeply.

5. How big is the gap in later maintenance costs?

• Ideal L6: Maintenance costs are about 8,000 RMB, insurance costs are about 25,000 RMB, and the total maintenance cost is about 33,000 RMB.
• Ideal L9: Maintenance costs are about 10,000 RMB, insurance costs are about 30,000 RMB, and 10,000 RMB is reserved for air suspension maintenance, with a total maintenance cost of about 50,000 RMB.
   
  The 5-year gap is about 17,000 RMB, which is negligible compared to the 160,000 RMB price difference.

6. Is there a gap in intelligent driving assistance functions?

• Basic functions (ACC, lane keeping, automatic parking): The two models are completely consistent, with laser radar as standard and stable performance.
• Advanced functions: Both the L6 Max Version and the L9 Ultra Version are equipped with the Thor-U chip (700TOPS), supporting urban navigation-assisted driving. They will be upgraded to the VLA large model simultaneously in the second half of the year, with no difference in intelligent experience.
• Pro Version difference: The L6 Pro Version has basic intelligent driving, while the L9 Pro Version supports more advanced highway navigation assistance. The gap is mainly in the unlocking of software functions.

Conclusion: The Essence of Choice is Matching Life

• The Ideal L6 is a pragmatic choice for young families, offering core experiences comparable to those of 400,000 RMB-class models at a price of 250,000-280,000 RMB. It has no obvious shortcomings in space, power, and intelligent configurations, with full cost-effectiveness.
• The Ideal L9 is a flagship choice for multi-child families. The 160,000 RMB price difference not only brings larger space and more luxurious configurations, but also the poise and comfort of full-scene travel, making the "mobile home" a reality.