Shanghai (Gasgoo)- On November 12, IM Motors, the premium NEV brand under SAIC Motor, Zhangjiang High-Tech, and Alibaba Group, officially put its latest large six-seat SUV, the LS9, onto the market, offering two variants priced between 322,800 yuan and 352,800 yuan.
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Visually, the IM LS9 embodies IM Motors' latest design philosophy with a commanding, upright stance. The front fascia features what the company describes as the longest integrated light bar in the segment, paired with L-shaped headlights and a unique ultra-wide adaptive beam system. The lower grille spans the width of the bumper, while the sculpted air intakes on both sides emphasize a sporty, modern look.
From the side, the SUV presents a long and squared-off profile with crisp, aerodynamic lines, accentuating its premium SUV proportions. Flush door handles further contribute to the clean, futuristic aesthetic.
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The IM LS9 will be offered in several color options. Measuring 5,279 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width, and 1,806 mm in height, with a 3,160 mm wheelbase, the SUV features balanced, vertical proportions tailored for a grand and stately appearance.
At the rear, the IM LS9 carries a tall, flat tailgate design that reinforces its full-size stance. A full-width light strip spans the width of the vehicle, complemented by a substantial roof spoiler and chrome accents, creating a layered and refined visual effect.
Every IM LS9 model comes standard with a 520-line LiDAR unit paired with NVIDIA's Thor chip, delivering up to 300 meters of effective detection range. IM claims this setup provides L3 perception accuracy, capable of reconstructing real-world environments with exceptional precision.
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Inside, the IM LS9 adopts IM Motors' newest interior design language, dominated by a 27.1-inch 5K main display that spans much of the dashboard. A 15.6-inch 3K screen sits in front of the front passenger, creating a fully digital and immersive cabin environment.
The center console houses a wireless charging pad and dual cup holders, with open storage underneath. Buyers can choose between a half-spoke or full-spoke steering wheel design, both featuring tactile rotary dials for key functions.
In the second row, the right-hand seat offers a "zero-gravity" reclining mode, and the front passenger seat can fold forward to expand legroom. The cabin also includes a built-in refrigerator with a temperature range from -6°C to 50°C, while the newly developed 4D mechanical massage seats deliver multiple modes of kneading and pressure-based comfort.
Other key features include IM Motors' Agile Lizard Digital Chassis, an advanced four-wheel steering system with up to 24 degrees of steering angle, and a 150 mm dual-chamber adaptive air suspension for improved comfort and control.
Powering the IM LS9 is the high-performance version of IM's "Hengxing" hybrid range extender, pairing a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with an electric motor and a 66 kWh battery pack. The SUV delivers an all-electric CLTC-rated range of 402 km and a combined driving range of up to 1,508 km — positioning it as one of the longest-range extended-hybrid SUVs in China's premium segment.
