If I had to sum it up in one line: the Li Auto L9 Ultra is the value pick, while the L9 Livis costs AED 40,000 more for extra comfort features, not more power or range.
If you’re comparing these two UAE trims, here’s what matters most:
L9 Ultra: AED 319,900
L9 Livis: AED 359,900
Price gap: AED 40,000
Power: both have 563 hp and 710 Nm
Battery: both use a 72.7 kWh pack
Electric range: both are quoted at 350 km
Total WLTC range: both are quoted at 1,370 km
0–100 km/h: both do it in 4.9 seconds
Seats: both are six-seat EREV SUVs
Main Livis extras: 5C fast charging, four zero-gravity seats, 33-speaker 5,440W audio, and heat- and UV-insulating glass
Local note: Arabic voice support is due by end-2026 via OTA
So if I’m looking at the core driving package, there is no split between the two. Same output, same battery, same quoted range, and the same base chassis and screens.
Li Auto L9 Ultra vs L9 Livis UAE: Specs & Price Compared
Quick Comparison
Model | UAE price | Power | Battery | EV range | Total range | 0–100 km/h | Main reason to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Li Auto L9 Ultra | AED 319,900 | 563 hp | 72.7 kWh | 350 km | 1,370 km WLTC | 4.9 sec | Lower entry price with the same core hardware |
Li Auto L9 Livis | AED 359,900 | 563 hp | 72.7 kWh | 350 km | 1,370 km WLTC | 4.9 sec | More cabin and comfort kit |
That’s the short answer: if you want the same main specs for less money, go Ultra. If you want more luxury features and don’t mind the extra spend, go Livis.
1. Li Auto L9 Ultra
Price
In the UAE, the L9 Ultra starts at AED 319,900. It’s the lower-priced L9 trim on sale locally.
Range
At that price, you still get the full L9 battery and drivetrain setup. The 72.7 kWh battery delivers up to 350 km of WLTC electric range. Add the range extender, and total WLTC range goes up to 1,370 km.
Performance
Power comes from a dual-motor AWD system with 563 hp and 710 Nm of torque. The L9 Ultra can do 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.
Tech and chassis
The L9 Ultra uses an 800V active suspension chassis with steer-by-wire and rear-wheel steering. The rear wheels can turn up to 7°, which trims the turning radius to about 5.3 m.
Inside, the 29-inch 6K panoramic display handles navigation, media, and vehicle controls in one wide screen. Rear passengers get their own setup too, with a 21-inch 4K rear entertainment screen.
That puts the Ultra right at the centre of the L9 line-up in the UAE.
2. Li Auto L9 Livis
Compared with the Ultra, the Livis sits higher in the range. You’re paying more for extra comfort and cabin kit, not for a different powertrain.
Price
The L9 Livis is priced at AED 359,900, which is AED 40,000 more than the L9 Ultra.
Shared drivetrain, added equipment
Under the skin, it’s the same as the Ultra. The main changes are in the equipment list.
The Livis adds 5C fast-charging support, four zero-gravity seats, and a 33-speaker audio system with 5,440W of output. It also gets heat- and UV-insulating glass, plus GCC-specific air-conditioning and ventilation upgrades.
L9 Ultra vs L9 Livis: specs and price compared
Spec | L9 Ultra | L9 Livis |
|---|---|---|
Price (AED) | 319,900 | 359,900 |
Shared specs | 563 hp, 710 Nm, 72.7 kWh, 350 km electric range, 1,370 km WLTC range, 0–100 km/h in 4.9 s, 800V active suspension chassis, steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering, 29-inch panoramic display, 21-inch rear screen | Same |
On paper, these two are almost identical.
Both models give you the same main setup: 563 hp, 710 Nm, a 72.7 kWh battery, 350 km of electric range, and a 1,370 km WLTC range. Performance is the same too, with 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. You also get the same chassis and tech base, including 800V active suspension, steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering, a 29-inch panoramic display, and a 21-inch rear screen.
That means the only real split here is price and trim equipment.
The gap is AED 40,000, and that extra spend doesn’t buy more power, more range, or better straight-line speed. The L9 Ultra gives you the same core package for AED 319,900, which makes it the lower-priced way into the same mechanical and electrical setup.
The L9 Livis, at AED 359,900, asks for AED 40,000 more for higher trim equipment, not extra performance. The next section looks at whether those Livis extras are worth paying for.
Pros and cons
The price gap is AED 40,000, so it comes down to one thing: does the Livis offer enough extra kit to make that jump feel worth it?
L9 Ultra | L9 Livis | |
|---|---|---|
Entry price | ✅ AED 319,900 | ⚠️ AED 359,900 |
Market position | High-value entry trim | Flagship trim with more equipment |
Best value | ✅ Same core hardware at lower price | ❌ AED 40,000 premium over Ultra |
Best equipped | ❌ Standard fit | ✅ 5C fast-charging, zero-gravity seats, 33-speaker audio, heat- and UV-insulating glass |
Main trade-off | Less luxury kit | Higher price, no extra performance |
No seven-seat option | ❌ Six seats only | ❌ Six seats only |
Launch spec clarity | ⚠️ Limited public trim breakdown | ⚠️ Limited public trim breakdown |
Arabic voice support | ⚠️ Due by end-2026 | ⚠️ Due by end-2026 |
On paper, the choice is pretty clear. The Ultra gives you the same core hardware for less money, which makes it the sharper buy if you're focused on value. The Livis leans more into comfort and cabin extras, with features like 5C fast-charging, zero-gravity seats, 33-speaker audio, and heat- and UV-insulating glass.
The catch? Public trim details at launch are still limited. That means some buyers will want to check the car in the showroom before making the call. Arabic voice support is also due by end-2026, so buyers getting in early will need to wait for full local language support.
So the Ultra looks like the value pick, while the Livis is the better fit for buyers who want more luxury kit and don't mind paying for it.
Conclusion
So the decision comes down to price versus cabin kit.
The pricing is simple:
L9 Ultra: AED 319,900
L9 Livis: AED 359,900
Underneath, both cars share the same core hardware. What changes is the trim level and what you get inside the cabin.
If your goal is to get the same official specs and range while spending less, the Ultra is the clearer pick. If you care more about the top-end cabin feel, the Livis can justify the extra AED 40,000 - but only if you’ll make use of that added equipment.
FAQs
Which L9 trim is the better buy in the UAE?
It comes down to your budget and how much extra kit you want.
Both versions give you the same six-seat extended-range EV setup, with a 72.7 kWh battery, 563 hp, 710 Nm, and 800V active suspension. So on the core hardware side, you’re getting the same L9 package either way.
The L9 Ultra costs AED 319,900 and gives you the main L9 experience for less money. The L9 Livis, priced at AED 359,900, makes more sense if you want the most luxury and the full top-spec feature set.
What extra features do I get in the L9 Livis?
The L9 Livis is the flagship version, and it builds on the Ultra with a few high-end extras that stand out straight away.
Four zero-gravity seats for better comfort on long drives
A 33-speaker audio system with 5,440W of output
Dual 5nm M100 chips that support AD Max 3.0 and a Smart Cabin powered by Mind GPT
When will Arabic voice support be available?
Arabic voice support for the Li Auto L9 is expected by the end of 2026.
