How much power does the Lixiang i8 consume when in Sentry Mode overnight? Typically, a Lixiang i8 in Sentry Mode overnight (approximately 10 hours) consumes 0.6kWh of power and covers approximately 3km of range. Owners can enable Sentry Mode on or off as needed via the car's computer or the Lixiang app.
As Lixiang Auto's first pure electric SUV, the i8 is equipped with a 97.8kWh ternary lithium 5C supercharged battery and a Hesai ATL LiDAR system, providing the hardware foundation for its Sentry Mode. According to official test data, 10 hours (approximately one night) in Sentry Mode consumes only 0.6kWh of power, equivalent to a reduction of 3km of range. This figure significantly exceeds the industry average (typically 1-2kWh per night), thanks to its optimized video triggering algorithm and low-power sensor working in tandem.
To address user concerns about interior maintenance, the i8's Nappa leather seats feature an anti-fouling coating, which restricts daily stains to the surface. A dedicated cleaning kit is recommended to prevent chemical damage. Furthermore, the vehicle supports remote control of Sentry Mode via the car's computer or app, balancing safety requirements with power management flexibility.
The i8's AD Max advanced driver assistance system features exterior indicators (small blue lights). These indicators comply with the mandatory standard for "Automobile and Trailer Light Signaling Devices and Systems," implemented by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in July 2025. This standard mandates that Level 3 and higher autonomous vehicles must communicate system status via cyan-blue lights to avoid confusion with traditional headlights.
Lixiang i8 users can freely choose to turn off the lights, activate only the forward-facing lights, or enable full-on mode via the "Vehicle Settings - AD Max - Intelligent Driving Indicator" menu. This design meets regulatory requirements for visualizing autonomous driving status while preserving user customization.
According to data from China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the industry's average fuel consumption has dropped to 3.31 liters per 100 kilometers (WLTC) by 2024, and stricter fuel consumption standards (≤ 3.3 L/100 kilometers for mid-size vehicles) will be implemented in 2026. Against this backdrop, the Lixiang i8's energy efficiency as a pure electric vehicle (with Sentinel Mode utilizing only 0.6% of the battery capacity) serves as a model for improvement.
Notably, the new regulations not only promote the transition away from traditional fuel vehicles but also impose energy consumption limits on electric vehicles (for example, mid-size vehicles must consume ≤ 13.92 kWh per 100 kilometers). The i8's CLTC range of 720 km and 5C Supercharging technology perfectly align with this trend.
