Lixiang L7 vs L9: Hybrid Crossover Consumption Test & Comparison

Lixiang L7 vs. L9 Comparison

• 💡 The video compares the Lixiang L7 and L9 hybrid crossovers, focusing on their fuel and electricity consumption.
• 🎯 The L7 is highlighted as the most popular model in Russia, while the L9 is the brand's flagship.
• 🔑 Despite visual similarities, the L7 and L9 have significant differences in features and equipment.

Fuel & Electricity Consumption

• 📊 The L7's actual average fuel consumption was measured at 7.2-7.3 liters per 100 km on a standardized test route.
• 📈 This is lower than the L9's 8.2 liters per 100 km, indicating better fuel efficiency for the L7.
• ⚡ For electricity, the L7 consumed 20.6 kWh per 100 km, which is very close to the L9's 21 kWh per 100 km.
• 💰 The cost for 100 km on electricity was 408 rubles, comparable to gasoline costs despite being slightly lower.

Powertrain Details and Taxation

• ⚙️ Both Lixiang models share a similar powertrain, including a 1.5-liter internal combustion engine that acts as a generator.
• 🔬 The engine is identified as part of the BMW/PSA Prince engine family (N13/EP6), produced under license, rather than a pure BMW unit.
• ✅ Vehicle taxation is based on the nominal power of the electric motors (196 hp for L7), not the higher combined peak power (449 hp).

Interior Features and Practicality

• 🛋️ The L7 features a classic three-person rear bench seat with back massage and leg rests, differing from the L9's third row.
• 📦 The L7's trunk is large and spacious (estimated 500 liters) due to the absence of a third row, and includes a cargo cover.
• 🛏️ The L7's interior can be transformed into a flat sleeping area, offering a comfortable space without additional inflatable accessories.

Driving Impressions and Hybrid Future

• ⚠️ The Lixiang's cruise control system exhibits erratic behavior, automatically changing lanes without driver input, even on empty roads.
• 👍 Overall, the L7 is described as a pleasant and comfortable car with good ergonomics, despite the general trend of relying heavily on screens.
• 🤔 The hosts discuss the trade-offs of hybrid vehicles, noting their long range and electric city driving benefits, but also concerns about highway fuel consumption and potential reliability issues far from service.
• 💡 The discussion touches on the future of electric vehicles, highlighting the convenience of home charging versus public charging costs and range anxiety for long-distance travel.