Lixiang Auto's maiden foray into the pure electric SUV market is imminent. On July 17, pre-orders for the highly anticipated new model will commence, followed by its official launch on July 29. Priced competitively within the range of 350,000 to 400,000 yuan, the Lixiang i8 stands ready to compete head-on with the likes of the Wenjie M9 electric version, Tesla Model X, and NIO ES8. This strategic move signifies Lixiang Auto's deepened commitment and expansion in the realm of pure electric vehicles.