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Купили новый Li Auto L9 Livis. Стоило ли менять обычный L9?

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Product Review

Product reviewed

Li Auto L9 “Livis” (appears to be an updated/trim version of the regular Li L9).

Key features mentioned

Exterior updates

  • Two-tone body is the standout visual change.
  • Rear redesign
    • More angular rear lights
    • Backside described as more elegant than brutal
  • Dimensions increased (approx.)
    • ~4 cm longer
    • ~1 cm taller
    • Wheelbase +2 cm
    • Additionally ~2 mm wider, likely from film/finish layers
  • Electric rear window tint
    • 3 tint modes
    • Can roll down “to zero”
  • 22-inch wheels
    • Described as aggressive/beautiful
  • Updated exterior handles
    • Open via touch, pull, or button
    • “No slamming” anymore

ADAS / autopilot / computing

  • Safety system and autopilot improved
  • Two M100 chips
    • Reviewer claims combined compute around 2,560 “tons/operations” per second
    • Compared against Tesla 144 and Nvidia-based chips (claimed ~2,000)
    • Claim: no direct competitors at the time of the video
  • Mentions more cameras

Interior / infotainment

  • Steering wheel redesigned
    • Feels more “feminine/elegant”
    • Compared favorably to the previous, more “brutal” L9 steering wheel
  • Interior materials
    • Two-tone interior with wood inserts illuminated at night
    • Critique: some materials feel too budget/plastic, and wood/mix can feel “out of place”
  • Large display upgraded
    • No longer split
    • Said to be 6K, with improved responsiveness/speed
  • Camera view improvements while turning
    • Reviewer wanted Mercedes-like auto-retract behavior
    • Claims it wasn’t done fully
  • Audio
    • 33 speakers
    • Claims improved spatial sound, though the reviewer hasn’t fully “felt” it yet

Ride comfort / chassis

  • Ride described as very soft, “floating,” comfortable for long distances
  • Rear axle steering by 7°
  • Suspension/handling claims
    • “Wired chassis” mentioned
    • Turn-in/handling described as notably improved vs the prior L9
  • Fast charging claim
    • 10% to 80% in 10 minutes
  • Noise described as improved, but not completely silent

Seating

  • Captain chairs updated
    • Armrest electric drive
    • “Zero gravity” described as close, but not perfectly aligned (reviewer couldn’t fully straighten)

Convenience features

  • Door operation via button and shown auto open/close behavior
  • Russian voice recognition mentioned: “understands me perfectly, even in Russian”
  • Everyday-driving details mentioned: belt tightening, auto door closing, etc. (especially on a personal owner car)

Pros (as stated)

  • More comfortable / softer ride, “ship-like” for long-distance driving
  • Better controllability and stability in lane changes
    • Abrupt lane changes reportedly hold straight with less body roll than prior L9s
  • More advanced ADAS hardware (chips/cameras) and improved autopilot/safety
  • Improved interior direction
    • Two-tone layout + illuminated real wood inserts
    • Steering wheel redesign described as better/holistic than before
  • Comfort tech + rear axle steering (7°) improves cornering feel
  • 22-inch wheels look great
  • Improved charging speed (10–80% in 10 minutes claim)
  • Spatial audio (33 speakers) for higher-quality surround sound

Cons / issues (as stated)

  • Steering wheel criticism remains
    • Some parts described as “cheap/budget-friendly”
    • Screen removal reportedly makes the wheel feel less premium
  • Materials sometimes feel low-end
    • Certain plastics described as cheap
    • Mention of an interior piece/rattle issue:
      • A mirror/light/ceiling-mounted piece isn’t fixed and may rattle/fall out
    • Reviewer wishes some parts were metal for a more expensive feel
  • Starting engine problems mentioned
  • Fast charging not liked
    • Reviewer states they don’t like it, without clearly explaining (at least once)
  • Camera/display corner mechanism could be better
    • Compared to Mercedes-style moving behavior
  • No fully developed “wow effect” in some ride/experience moments
  • Export availability uncertainty
    • Reviewer says no Li L9 Livis units have actually been exported yet, despite export talk

Comparisons made

Against the previous Li L9

  • Visually: updated rear + two-tone body; some dimensions increased
  • Functionally: claims better safety/autopilot hardware and improved steering/wider comfort
  • Ride/handling: described as night-and-day compared with the regular L9, especially suspension/ride behavior

Against premium German/Luxury brands

  • Mentions Mercedes S-Class, Maybach, and contrast with BMW
  • Camera/display compared to Mercedes moving elements
  • Luxury feel compared to S-Class / Range Rover / Maybach
    • Reviewer says Li is not “super-premium” like those brands

Against Tesla / Nvidia chips

  • Chip compute comparisons used to argue top-tier processing
  • Claim of few/no competitors in that area

Pricing / availability numbers mentioned (approx.)

  • Price stated as ~510–520 thousand yuan
  • Potential Russia export pricing guesses:
    • ~$112,000
    • ~1,112,000 rubles (“around a million rubles” context)
  • Explicit caution: no actual exports have happened yet, so buying before official timing is treated carefully

Other notable claims

  • Rear-wheel steering + chassis tuning make lane changes feel unusually planted (“rooted to the spot”)
  • “Movie mode” / cinematic effects
    • Suspension movement + camera motion described as relaxing and “WoW”

Unique points list (distinct mentions)

  1. L9 Livis described as having a more elegant/feminine steering feel.
  2. Some interior aspects described as more budget-friendly.
  3. “No competitors” claim for computing/autopilot hardware.
  4. Starting engine issues mentioned.
  5. Beijing exhibition referenced before viewing.
  6. Two-tone body as the main exterior differentiator.
  7. Rear changes: more angular, updated rear light architecture.
  8. Rear looks more elegant than previous.
  9. Size increases: +4 cm length, +1 cm height, wheelbase +2 cm, width ~2 mm.
  10. Stock scarcity mentioned (“no cars available” / all bought out).
  11. More cameras added.
  12. Two M100 chips and compute comparisons vs Tesla/Nvidia.
  13. 22-inch wheels and aggressive look.
  14. Stance described as straight/lowered; matte film noted.
  15. Updated handles: touch/pull/button; no slamming.
  16. Electric tinted rear window with 3 modes.
  17. Steering wheel redesign: compared favorably, but still criticized as “cheap.”
  18. Steering wheel includes matte glass feel.
  19. Two-tone interior with illuminated real wood inserts.
  20. Materials criticized as plastic/cheap despite improvements.
  21. Large 6K unified display; faster response.
  22. Turning cameras improved; wish they were Mercedes-like moving.
  23. Seats described as closer to sofa/Mercedes-like cushions.
  24. 33-speaker surround audio; spatial sound claim.
  25. Captain chairs: electric armrest; “zero gravity” not fully achieved.
  26. Ceiling/mirror/light piece can rattle/fall out.
  27. Door open/close convenience via button; Russian recognition mentioned.
  28. Interior difference discussed (L7D vs L9D), reviewer says this one is nicer.
  29. Handling keeps straight during abrupt lane changes; less roll.
  30. Ride softness: floating; stable/soft tradeoff.
  31. Noise improved but not fully silent.
  32. Strong cornering; rear axle rotation 7°.
  33. Smooth over bumps; confident entry into turns at speed.
  34. Turning impressions differ from outside look; inside still feels some hardness.
  35. Fast charging: 10–80% in 10 minutes.
  36. Brief dislike/uncertainty about fast charging.
  37. Technical specs: dual electric motors 450 hp, AWD.
  38. ICE/engine: 1.5 turbo 150 hp; 0–100 km/h in 4.9s.
  39. Rear axle steering 7° reiterated.
  40. Safety/impact reaction claim: 0.7 seconds to raise/actuate a component.
  41. “Wired chassis” / electrified steering and braking mentioned.
  42. Future claim: autopilot reacts faster than humans.
  43. Owner comparison: reviewer shows a personal car purchased by Alexander.
  44. Micro everyday features: seatbelt tightening, auto door closing.
  45. Exterior love for 22-inch wheels.
  46. Main verdict: essentially the same L9 but improved—more comfortable, safer, better controls; doesn’t require re-learning.
  47. Buying advice: recommends if you already have an L9 (personal recycling/customs fees mentioned).
  48. Multiple brand comparisons for “look vs comfort” (Asian vs Maybach-like, Range Rover/S-class).
  49. Export availability uncertainty repeated: no L9 Livis exported yet.
  50. Paint/finish concern: “shagreen/scales” look, possibly intentional.
  51. Footrest not initially taken, later said it’s needed.
  52. “Movie mode” with screen effects + suspension/camera motion.
  53. Color harmony described (beige/greenish interior + harmonious exterior).
  54. Summative ranking: appearance wins; everyday comfort favored by “Fox/L9” version—final impressions mixed but leaning toward comfort.

Speaker views / contributions

  • Primary reviewer(s)
    • Focus on exterior/interior updates, material feel (budget vs premium), and ride/handling comparisons vs regular L9
    • Provides most tech specs and subjective stability impressions
  • Other blogger references (e.g., “Kazakh blogger Sanzha”)
    • Frames suspension difference as “night and day”, more than marketing
  • Owner/real-unit emphasis
    • Reviewer contrasts test/press vehicles vs an owner-purchased unit, including daily convenience details

Concise verdict / recommendation

Overall: The Li Auto L9 “Livis” is presented as a meaningful refinement of the regular L9—especially in comfort, ride refinement, stability/handling, and updated safety/autopilot hardware—but it doesn’t fully feel “super-premium” due to budget-like material/finish issues and a few functional niggles (notably starting engine problems and a rattling/unsecured interior piece).

Recommendation from the video:

  • Good choice if you already have an older L9 and want improved comfort/safety/drive behavior, rather than switching from a totally different segment.
  • If your goal is Maybach/S-class-level materials, the video suggests you may be disappointed by the interior “budget” feel in spots.

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