This paper is focused on the review of the development and application for automotive energy Life-cycle Analysis(LCA) models. A summary on the studies of multi-pathway comprehensive analysis and individualized studies of automotive LCA models in China is also made, which gives out some key results. There are obviously regional differences in international research on LCA including the development of models while only several pathways have been researched without any LCA models specified for Chinese condition. In addition, research on such key issues as allocation methods of co-products, switching on power fuel and diversity of vehicle manufacturing cycle needs more reinforcement. Finally, the future research on life-cycle analysis of automotive energy consumption and GHG emissions is indicated.