On January 14th, LIVAN Motors announced that its versatile seven-seater pure electric MPV, the 2026 LIVAN 8, will be officially launched on January 16th, 2026. As an annual facelift model, the new car does not feature major exterior changes, but instead focuses on addressing key pain points, achieving a CLTC pure electric range increase from 515km to 545km, further solidifying its unique position in the 150,000 RMB class pure electric MPV market.
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Parameter details |
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Vehicle dimensions |
Length 4812mm × Width 1909mm × Height 1699mm, Wheelbase 2807mm |
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Seating Layout |
The 2+2+3 seven-seat theater-style layout features independent second-row seats that can slide 240mm forward and backward. |
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Powertrain |
A single front-mounted motor with a maximum power of 100kW (136Ps) and a peak torque of 230N·m. |
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Battery configuration |
With upgraded battery capacity, the CLTC boasts a range of545km(officially confirmed). |
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Charging method |
Supports DC fast charging; can replenish 30%-80% of the battery in 30 minutes. |
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Curb weight |
Approximately 1805kg (same as current price) |
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Security Configuration |
Standard features include 6 airbags, ESP stability control, 360° surround view camera, and automatic parking. |
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Smart Cockpit |
10.33-inch central control touchscreen + 7-inch LCD instrument panel, supports OTA upgrades. |
Flexible seven-seater layout: The third-row legroom is significantly more spacious than competitors, and can still accommodate seven 20-inch suitcases even with seven passengers.
Trunk volume: The basic volume is 459L, and can be expanded to over 1400L after folding down the second and third rows of seats, easily accommodating strollers, camping equipment, or holiday shopping.
User-friendly design: 18 storage spaces throughout the vehicle, including umbrella slots in the door panels, cup holders, and mobile phone storage compartments, demonstrating thoughtful attention to detail.
Real-world scenarios: Ordinary families can easily meet the triple needs of "picking up and dropping off children + weekend outings + visiting relatives and friends," truly achieving "one car for all family travel needs."
The LIVAN 8 continues the brand's core competitive advantage – the battery swapping model, seamlessly compatible with the national LIVAN battery swapping station network:
Battery swapping speed: Supports 60-second ultra-fast battery swapping (official technical standard), no waiting required, swap and go.
Network coverage: Relying on the Geely ecosystem, battery swapping stations have covered major cities nationwide, and the density of battery swapping stations in the main urban area of Chongqing continues to increase.
Compatibility: Shares the battery swapping system with models such as the LIVAN 7 and LIVAN 9, ensuring future upgrade compatibility.
Charging supplement: If no battery swapping station is available, a 30-minute fast charge can restore 80% of the battery power, meeting emergency needs.
🔋 User Value: Compared to purely charging models, the battery swapping mode significantly reduces "charging waiting time anxiety," making it especially suitable for multi-child families with frequent commutes and long-distance travel.
Expected Price Range: Continuing from the current model, RMB 137,800–231,800, with the long-range version expected to start at RMB 153,800.
Competitor Comparison:
Wuling Xingchen EV: Smaller space, shorter range (approximately 400km), no battery swapping.
Chang'an Qiyuan E07: Higher positioning (RMB 230,000+), an SUV, not an MPV.
RUisheng M8: Over 5 meters long, 3.2-meter wheelbase, higher price, not a pure electric platform.
Market Uniqueness: In the sub-segment of pure electric seven-seater MPVs under RMB 150,000, the 2026 LIVAN 8 currently has no direct competitors.
💡 Purchase Recommendation: Choose the standard range version for city commuting; choose the long-range version for frequent long-distance travel and carrying children. The triple advantages of battery swapping, space, and price make it the top choice for "super dads."
The 2026 LIVAN 8 doesn't pursue radical exterior design or advanced intelligent driving features, but instead precisely focuses on the core needs of family users:
Longer range → Reduced charging frequency
Larger space → Accommodates the whole family's laughter and luggage
Faster refueling → Battery swapping eliminates the need to "wait at charging stations"
More stable price → A pure electric MPV in the RMB 150,000 range, offering exceptional value for money
It's not the coolest car, but it might be the car that understands ordinary families the best.
