BEIJING, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li Auto Inc. ("Li Auto" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:LI, HKEX: 2015)), a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market, today announced that it delivered 37,679 vehicles in August 2026. As of August 31, 2026, Li Auto’s cumulative deliveries reached 1,801,834.

Li Auto will launch the new Li MEGA, a flagship MPV, on September 2, featuring upgrades in interior design, cabin experience, intelligent platform, and driving dynamics. In mid-September, the Company will further expand its BEV lineup with the launch of Li i9, a pioneering flagship family SUV. Also in September, MACH VLA will be rolled out to vehicles on the Thor and Orin-X platforms, and the Company will host a product launch event in Dubai to commence sales in the Middle East.

As of August 31, 2026, the Company had 487 retail stores in 160 cities, 533 servicing centers and Li Auto-authorized servicing shops operating in 218 cities. The Company also had 4,162 super charging stations in operation equipped with 22,939 charging stalls in China.

About Li Auto Inc.

Li Auto Inc. is a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. Its mission is: Be Proactive, Change the World. Through innovations in product, technology, and business model, the Company provides families with safe, convenient, and comfortable products and services. Li Auto is a pioneer in successfully commercializing extended-range electric vehicles in China. While firmly advancing along this technological route, it builds platforms for battery electric vehicles in parallel. The Company leverages technology to create value for users. It concentrates its in-house development efforts on proprietary range extension systems, innovative electric vehicle technologies, and smart vehicle solutions. The Company started volume production in November 2019. It offers high-tech flagship family MPVs, Li L series extended-range electric SUVs, and Li i series battery electric SUVs. The Company will continue to expand its product lineup to target a broader user base.

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