This is not just a choice of budget, but a decision based on lifestyle and family structure. The Ideal L9 stands as a "flagship all-rounder" catering to the full-scene needs of multi-child families, while the Ideal L6 serves as a "precision alternative" for young households pursuing a refined life. Behind the 160,000 RMB price difference lies the core demand gap between different family stages.

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

II. In-Depth Analysis: What Exactly Do You Get for the 160,000 RMB Price Gap?

🔹 Value 1: Quantitative to Qualitative Leap in Space – From "Sufficient" to "Luxurious"

• Family Structure Adaptability: L6’s 5-seater layout is perfect for young three-person families. With 1135mm of second-row legroom, passengers 1.8 meters tall can stretch comfortably. The standard trunk volume of 580L easily accommodates a stroller and camping gear. L9’s 6-seater layout (2+2+2) is a must-have for multi-child families, offering 960mm of third-row legroom that supports adults 175cm tall for long rides. Even with a full load, it retains 300L of storage space, solving the core pain point of "not enough seats or storage for the whole family".
• Scenario Flexibility: At under 4.9 meters in length, L6 has a turning radius of only 5.8 meters, making it more agile for urban commuting and parking in residential areas. It suits daily single-person driving or short trips with small families. Despite being 5.2 meters long, L9’s air suspension enhances steering precision during low-speed maneuvering. It is better suited for dual scenarios of "weekend family trips + business reception" and exudes an aura that matches the status needs of high-end families.
• Space Detail Experience: L9’s "effective interior length" reaches 3450mm, 235mm more than L6. The extra space is mainly reflected in the aisle width between the second and third rows (200mm for L9, no aisle for L6), allowing parents to take care of children in the backseat while driving. L9’s third-row seats come standard with heating, while L6 only offers heating/ventilation/massage for the front seats, resulting in a significant comfort gap for occasional third-row passengers.

🔹 Value 2: Comprehensive Upgrade in Comfort Features – From "Practical" to "All-Round"

• Temperature Control and Dining Convenience: L6’s 8.8L cooling/warming box meets basic needs, such as storing baby food or a few drinks. L9’s 15L refrigerator doubles the capacity and supports a wide temperature range of -6℃~50℃, capable of chilling beer and heating milk. During long trips, passengers can get food at the right temperature without getting off the car, which is especially convenient for families with infants or frequent self-driving campers.
• Entertainment Interaction Experience: L9’s five-screen 3D interactive system is a core differentiator. The 21.4-inch rear entertainment screen supports direct connection to Switch/PS5, paired with 7.3.4-channel Dolby Atmos and 4D seat vibration to create a mobile home theater. Children can enjoy immersive viewing during long trips, reducing the need for parents to distract themselves with comfort. L6 only has dual front screens with no dedicated rear entertainment equipment, so rear passengers need to meet their entertainment needs independently during long journeys.
• Detailed Luxury Features: L9 exclusively offers power soft-closing doors, intelligent fragrance, and second-row foldable tables. Power soft-closing doors prevent children from pinching their hands when closing doors; foldable tables facilitate rear-seat work or children’s homework; intelligent fragrance supports three scent adjustments to enhance the in-car atmosphere. Although L6 has basic luxury features like Nappa leather seats, it lacks these "value-added extras", with an overall texture leaning towards "practical luxury" rather than "flagship luxury".

🔹 Value 3: Experience Leap in Chassis and Power – From "Stable" to "Composed"

• Suspension System Differences: L9’s air suspension is one of the core values of the 160,000 RMB price gap. It automatically adjusts height and stiffness according to road conditions – lowering the body at high speeds to improve stability and raising it on bumpy roads to enhance passability. The damping effect is more delicate, and passengers barely feel road vibrations. L6’s CDC adaptive suspension only adjusts damping stiffness without changing body height. When facing large potholes or unpaved roads, the damping effect is stiffer, compromising comfort.
• Power Reserve and Handling: Despite being heavier (2.8 tons vs. 2.5 tons for L6), L9 delivers 30kW more maximum power and 91Nm more maximum torque than L6, with a 0-100km/h acceleration time of only 0.1 seconds slower (5.3s vs. 5.4s). It offers more responsive power during high-speed overtaking and does not feel "underpowered" when fully loaded. L6’s power is fully sufficient for daily commuting, but its power reserve is slightly inferior to L9 when fully loaded and climbing slopes.
• NVH Performance: Both models come standard with double-layer soundproof glass and quiet tires, but L9 excels in details. The engine compartment is additionally equipped with sound insulation cotton, and the air suspension’s shock absorption structure reduces vibration transmission. Tests show that at 120km/h on the highway, the in-car noise of L9 is only 58 decibels, 3 decibels lower than L6, making long drives less tiring.

🔹 Value 4: Advanced Protection in Autonomous Driving and Safety – From "Sufficient" to "Assured"

• Autonomous Driving Hardware: The L6 Max Version is only equipped with 1 lidar + Snapdragon 8295 chip, supporting L2+ level assisted driving, suitable for highways and urban expressways. The L9 Max Version features dual lidars + dual Orin-X chips with a computing power of 508TOPS, supporting urban NOA (Navigation Assisted Driving). It can automatically follow cars, change lanes, and avoid pedestrians in complex urban road conditions, significantly reducing driving fatigue – especially suitable for families that frequently take long self-driving trips.
• Safety Feature Details: L9 comes standard with rear side airbags and third-row head airbags, totaling 11 airbags. L6 has 8 airbags, lacking rear side airbags. In addition, L9’s body rigidity is 15% higher than L6 (official data), providing better protection for occupants in collisions.
• Driving Range and Refueling: L9 offers 68km more pure electric range than L6 (280km vs. 212km) and 22km more combined range (1412km vs. 1390km). Although the gap is not large, L9 has a larger battery capacity (52.3kWh vs. 36.8kWh) and supports faster fast-charging speeds (150kW peak for L9 vs. 120kW for L6), increasing refueling efficiency by 25% and reducing charging waiting time during long trips.

❓ Ultimate FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is the actual driving range achievement rate? Is there any false advertising?

• According to the latest user feedback in 2025, under CLTC’s 212km pure electric condition, L6 achieves an actual urban range of approximately 180km (85% achievement rate) and a highway pure electric range of about 140km (66% achievement rate).
• L9 achieves an actual urban pure electric range of around 245km (88% achievement rate) and a highway pure electric range of about 185km (66% achievement rate) under its 280km CLTC pure electric condition.
• Both models have above-average range achievement rates in their class. The difference mainly stems from battery capacity. Under highway conditions, the achievement rates are consistent due to wind resistance and weight differences, so there is no need to worry about false advertising.

2. Is there a big gap in maintenance costs? What about long-term usage costs?

• L6’s minor maintenance (extended-range engine at 10,000km) costs 799 RMB, and major maintenance (at 20,000km) costs 929 RMB. The annual maintenance cost is approximately 1,500 RMB (based on 20,000km/year).
• L9’s minor maintenance costs 1,199 RMB, and major maintenance costs 1,599 RMB. The annual maintenance cost is about 2,400 RMB. The difference mainly lies in the inspection and maintenance fees for the air suspension.
• In terms of energy consumption, both models have an official extended-range engine fuel consumption of 5.9L/100km. In actual use, due to its slightly higher weight, L9 consumes 0.3~0.5L/100km more fuel than L6. The annual energy consumption cost difference is about 300 RMB (based on 20,000km/year and fuel price of 8 RMB/L).

3. Is L6’s 5-seater sufficient? Is it necessary to choose L9 for the 6-seater?

• 👉 If your family structure is "couple + 1 child" and you rarely need to carry 6 people, L6’s 5-seater is completely sufficient. The large second-row space and trunk flexibility are more suitable for daily use.
• 👉 If you have a "couple + 2 children" or "three-generation family (parents + couple + 1 child)" and frequently need to carry 6 people, L9’s 6-seater is a must-have. The comfort and practicality of the third row cannot be replaced by L6.
• 💡 Tip: Although L6 is a 5-seater, the protrusion on the middle floor of the second row is small (about 5cm), making it feasible to carry 1 person temporarily (for short trips). However, long-term seating comfort is extremely poor, so it is not recommended as a regular 6-seater vehicle.

4. How reliable are air suspension and CDC suspension? Are long-term maintenance costs high?

• L9’s air suspension has been installed on Ideal L-series models for over 4 years. According to official data, the failure rate is only 0.03%, with a warranty period of 4 years or 100,000km. The cost of replacing a single air spring later is about 8,000 RMB, and the CDC shock absorber is about 3,000 RMB (for L6).
• User feedback shows that L9’s air suspension shows no obvious degradation after long-term use (over 30,000km), while L6’s CDC suspension may experience stiffer damping after 20,000km, requiring timely maintenance and adjustment.

5. How long is the waiting period for ordering now? What limited-time benefits are available?

• As of November 2025, the delivery cycle for L6 is 5~8 weeks, and for L9 it is 3~5 weeks (with more sufficient production capacity).
• Limited-time benefits: For L6, a 5,000 RMB deposit can be deducted as 10,000 RMB from the purchase price, and a 7kW charging pile with installation service is included as a gift. For L9, a 5,000 RMB deposit can be deducted as 15,000 RMB from the purchase price, and lifetime free basic maintenance is offered (limited to the first 10,000 orderers).

📌 Ultimate Decision Guide: Find Your Match in 1 Minute

👉 Choose the Ideal L9 if you meet the following criteria:

• Your family is a multi-child family (2 or more children) or you frequently need to carry 6 people.
• You have a sufficient budget (400,000 RMB+), pursue "one-step" flagship configuration, and do not want post-purchase modifications.
• You frequently take long self-driving trips (more than 5 times a year, with a single trip exceeding 500km) and value rear-seat entertainment and comfort.
• You have high requirements for chassis texture and autonomous driving, and need air suspension and advanced assisted driving.

👉 Choose the Ideal L6 if you meet the following criteria:

• Your family is a young three-person household (1 child) and you rarely need to carry 6 people.
• You have a limited budget (250,000~300,000 RMB), pursue high cost-effectiveness, and your core demand is "sufficiency".
• You mainly use the car for urban commuting and short trips (single trip no more than 300km) and have low demand for rear-seat entertainment.
• You value driving flexibility, frequently need to park in congested cities, and have concerns about body size.