Huawei-supported Aito initiates advance sales for M8 BEV version, official release scheduled for August
In a significant move, Huawei-backed Aito has announced the launch of battery electric vehicle (BEV) variants of its M8 SUV, scheduled for August. The premium family flagship SUV will offer both five-seat and six-seat configurations, with a pre-sales starting price of RMB 378,000 ($52,780).
Key Features and Specifications
The Aito M8 BEV boasts impressive dimensions, with a length of 5,190 mm, width of 1,999 mm, and height of 1,795 mm, and a wheelbase of 3,105 mm. In comparison, the Onvo L90 and Li i8, two other electric SUVs in the market, have different dimensions and seating configurations.
| Feature / Specification | Aito M8 BEV | Onvo L90 | Li i8 | |------------------------|------------|----------|-------| | Launch / Availability | Pre-sales started July 2025 | Pre-sales started July 2025 | Limited data available; specs from filings only | | Seating Configurations | 5-seat and 6-seat | Not explicitly stated; large SUV category | Details unavailable | | Dimensions | Length: 5,190 mm; Width: 1,999 mm; Height: 1,795 mm; Wheelbase: 3,105 mm | Not specified, described as "fully electric large SUV" | Approx. 5,317 mm long; width 1,870 mm; height 1,955 mm; wheelbase 3,200 mm (BAW M8 hybrid/EV, possibly related to Li i8) |
Power, Performance, and Range
The Aito M8 BEV is equipped with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) system or a single-motor rear-wheel-drive (RWD) setup. The rear motor delivers 227 kW (304 hp), and the front motor offers 160 kW (215 hp), resulting in a total system power of up to 396 hp. The Onvo L90 and Li i8, however, have not disclosed their powertrain and motor specifications.
The Aito M8 BEV is powered by a 100 kWh CATL battery with Huawei's Whale 800V platform, offering a CLTC range of up to 705 kilometers. The Li i8, on the other hand, is expected to have two battery options for its hybrid model (34.9 kWh and 46 kWh), but the battery size for its electric-only version remains undisclosed.
Advanced Technology and Safety Features
The Aito M8 BEV comes with Huawei's Qiankun Intelligent Driving Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADS) 4, which includes intelligent driving and parking assist. It is also equipped with Huawei's 192-channel LiDAR, one rear-facing high-precision solid-state LiDAR, and five 4D millimeter-wave radars.
Special Offers and Pre-Sale Information
Customers who reserve the Aito M8 BEV by paying a deposit of RMB 5,000 will receive a RMB 5,000 discount and a free purple exterior worth RMB 8,000. The Onvo L90, priced at RMB 279,900 (including the battery pack), will initially be available in six-seat variants, with a seven-seat version to follow later.
Market Positioning and Notable Features
The Aito M8 BEV stands out as a premium, high-performance electric SUV, while the Onvo L90 emphasizes affordability and cabin luxury. The Li i8, on the other hand, appears to be a hybrid or electric MPV-style large vehicle, focusing more on practicality and seating capacity with modest electric range in pure EV mode.
[1] CLTC Range
[2] Onvo L90
[3] Li i8
[4] Aito M8 BEV
- The Aito M8 BEV, an electric vehicle (EV) launch by Huawei-backed Aito, boasts a CLTC range of up to 705 kilometers with a 100 kWh CATL battery thanks to Huawei's Whale 800V platform.
- In contrast, the Onvo L90 and Li i8, other electric SUVs in the market, have not disclosed their battery sizes, but the Li i8 is expected to have two battery options for its hybrid model.
- The Aito M8 BEV offers both five-seat and six-seat configurations, while the Onvo L90 and Li i8 have different dimensions and some unspecified seating configurations.
- The Aito M8 BEV comes equipped with advanced technology, such as Huawei's Qiankun Intelligent Driving Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADS) 4, and has impressive dimensions with a length of 5,190 mm, width of 1,999 mm, and height of 1,795 mm.
- The Onvo L90, priced at RMB 279,900, initially offers six-seat variants, with a seven-seat version to follow, and features affordability and cabin luxury as the key selling points.
- The Aito M8 BEV, with its premium, high-performance EV nature, stands out in the market, while the Li i8 appears to be a hybrid or electric MPV-style large vehicle, emphasizing practicality and seating capacity over electric range in pure EV mode.
