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Li Auto Inc. August 2022 Delivery Update

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Li Auto announced the delivery of 4,571 vehicles in August 2022, bringing cumulative deliveries to 199,484. The company is launching its flagship smart SUV, Li L9, with positive initial feedback from users. Additionally, the anticipated Li L8, a large premium smart SUV, will begin deliveries in November. As of August 31, 2022, Li Auto operates 265 retail stores and 316 servicing centers across 226 cities, solidifying its presence in China's new energy vehicle market.

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  • 4,571 vehicles delivered in August 2022, totaling 199,484 cumulative deliveries.
  • Positive feedback from initial users of Li L9, enhancing brand reputation.
  • Upcoming launch of Li L8 in November, expanding product lineup.
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BEIJING, China, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Li Auto Inc. (“Li Auto” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015), a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market, today announced that the Company delivered 4,571 vehicles in August 2022. The Company’s cumulative deliveries reached 199,484 as of the end of August.

“We are pleased to have commenced deliveries of our flagship smart SUV, Li L9, and to have heard from Li L9’s initial users that it exceeded their expectations,” commented Yanan Shen, co-founder and president of Li Auto. “Meanwhile, we are preparing for the launch of Li L8 in early November, with delivery beginning in the same month. Li L8 is a large premium smart SUV for families. The model will be available in two variants, a six-seater and a VIP five-seater, to broadly cater to diverse family groups.”

As of August 31, 2022, the Company had 265 retail stores in 118 cities, as well as 316 servicing centers and Li Auto-authorized body and paint shops operating in 226 cities.

About Li Auto Inc.

Li Auto Inc. is a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. Its mission is: Create a Mobile Home, Create Happiness (创造移动的家,创造幸福的家). Through innovations in product, technology, and business model, the Company provides families with safe, convenient, and comfortable products and services. Li Auto is a pioneer to successfully commercialize extended-range electric vehicles in China. The Company started volume production in November 2019. Its model lineup includes Li ONE, a six-seat, large premium smart electric SUV, and Li L9, a six-seat, full-size, flagship smart SUV. The Company leverages technology to create value for its users. It concentrates its in-house development efforts on its proprietary range extension system, next-generation electric vehicle technology, and smart vehicle solutions while expanding its product line by developing new BEVs and EREVs to target a broader user base.

For more information, please visit: https://ir.lixiang.com.

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This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to,” and similar statements. Li Auto may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “HKEX”), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Li Auto’s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Li Auto’s strategies, future business development, and financial condition and results of operations; Li Auto’s limited operating history; risks associated with extended-range electric vehicles; Li Auto’s ability to develop, manufacture, and deliver vehicles of high quality and appeal to customers; Li Auto’s ability to generate positive cash flow and profits; product defects or any other failure of vehicles to perform as expected; Li Auto’s ability to compete successfully; Li Auto’s ability to build its brand and withstand negative publicity; cancellation of orders for Li Auto’s vehicles; Li Auto’s ability to develop new vehicles; and changes in consumer demand and government incentives, subsidies, or other favorable government policies. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Li Auto’s filings with the SEC and the HKEX. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Li Auto does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Li Auto Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@lixiang.com

The Piacente Group, Inc.
Yang Song
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
Email: Li@tpg-ir.com

Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: Li@tpg-ir.com


FAQ

What were Li Auto's vehicle deliveries in August 2022?

Li Auto delivered 4,571 vehicles in August 2022.

What is the total number of vehicles delivered by Li Auto as of August 2022?

As of August 2022, Li Auto's total cumulative deliveries reached 199,484.

When will the Li L8 SUV start its deliveries?

Deliveries for the Li L8 SUV are expected to begin in November 2022.

How many retail stores does Li Auto operate as of August 2022?

Li Auto operates 265 retail stores across 118 cities as of August 2022.

What is the significance of the Li L9 for Li Auto?

The Li L9 is Li Auto's flagship smart SUV, receiving positive early feedback from users.

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