| IM LS9 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | IM Motors |
| Production | 2025 (to commence) |
| Assembly | China: Shanghai |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size luxury SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, dual-motor, all-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Power output | 523 hp (390 kW; 530 PS) |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Series hybrid |
| Battery | 69.5 kWh CATL Freevoy |
| Electric range | 402 km (250 mi) (CLTC) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,160 mm (124.4 in) |
| Length | 5,279 mm (207.8 in) |
| Width | 2,000 mm (78.7 in) |
| Height | 1,806 mm (71.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,695 kg (5,941 lb) |
The IM LS9 is an upcoming range-extended full-size luxury SUV to be produced by SAIC Motor under the IM Motors brand. It is IM's first EREV-only model.
The LS9 will be the brand's second range extended electric vehicle. It will also be one of China's longest-range hybrids, although the range of the LS9 is not yet known. The LS9 was set to devut on November 4, 2025, with pre-sales starting on the same day. However, the debut was moved to November 12th. [1] [2] The LS9 is positioned as the brand's flagship model. [3]
The LS9 was first shown during the 2025 China International Industry Fair on September 23, 2025 with no prior announcement. [4]
The LS9 uses a front end design similar to that of the updated LS6 with the model's Y-shaped headlights. Full-width light bars are present at both the front and back. The front end is closed and has a small air intake on the bottom. Retractable door handles, a slightly slanted roofline, and 5-spoke wheels are also present in the LS9's design. The interior uses an oval-shaped 2-spoke steering wheel. [5]
A LiDAR system will be available on the LS9 with it being part of an ADAS system expected to be supplied by Momenta. [6]
The total power output is 523 horsepower (390 kW; 530 PS) from a 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) front motor and a 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS) rear motor. A 153 horsepower (114 kW; 155 PS) 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 petrol engine will be used as a generator, and is not mechanically connected to the wheels. [3]
The battery range of the LS9 was originally 450 kilometres (280 mi). This figure was changed to 402 kilometres (250 mi) when the launch date was announced. [1] The battery was confirmed to be CATL's Freevoy on the same day, with a capacity of 65.9 kWh. [7]