Gasgoo Munich- Li Auto launched the all-new Li L9 in Dubai on September 3, 2026, introducing its flagship SUV to the United Arab Emirates. The launch marks a significant step in the automaker's international expansion and its entry into the Middle Eastern luxury vehicle market.
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The all-new Li L9 is now available in the UAE in Ultra and Livis variants. Prices start at AED 319,900 for the Ultra and AED 359,900 for the Livis.
The SUV uses Li Auto's third-generation range-extender electric powertrain, delivering a CLTC-rated electric range of 420 km and a combined range of 1,650 km. Standard equipment includes steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering and a smart cockpit featuring a 29-inch 6K panoramic display powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8797 platform. The Livis version also receives an 800-volt active suspension system.
Li Auto has calibrated the vehicle for UAE road conditions, extreme summer temperatures and local charging standards. The adaptations include optimized charging performance and cabin thermal management in hot and dusty environments.
The UAE-dedicatedall-new Li L9 also incorporates region-specific digital functions. It will feature an Arabic-language user interface, while its voice assistant currently supports English. Arabic voice interaction is scheduled to become available by the end of 2026. The vehicle is also compatible with local charging protocols and uses localized mapping data.
Li Auto partnered with Al Fahim Group in April 2026, appointing it as the automaker's exclusive distributor in the UAE. Its subsidiary, Al Fahim Motors, represents several luxury vehicle brands and provides Li Auto with an established local network and customer-service infrastructure.
Li Auto and its partner plan to establish more than two official retail and service centers in the UAE. The first retail center is scheduled to open in downtown Dubai in September.
Li Auto is working with its local partner to establish an official sales network, vehicle-delivery processes and after-sales capabilities. Customers purchasing through authorized channels will receive an official warranty, certified inspection and repair services, genuine parts, technical support from Li Auto's engineering team and continuing over-the-air software updates.
Li Auto entered markets in Central Asia, the Caucasus and North Africa in 2025. The all-new Li L9 subsequently went on sale in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in 2026, with the UAE launch extending the company's presence into the Gulf region.
Li Auto will next participate in the Paris Motor Show 2026, marking its first appearance at a major European auto show.
