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IM LS9
Extended-range full-size luxury SUV From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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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.
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Overview
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 will debut on November 4, 2025, with pre-sales starting on the same day.[1] The LS9 is positioned as the brand's flagship model.[2]
The LS9 was first shown during the 2025 China International Industry Fair on September 23, 2025 with no prior announcement.[3]
Design and features
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.[4]
A LiDAR system will be available on the LS9 with it being part of an ADAS system expected to be supplied by Momenta.[5]
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Powertrain
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.[2]
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.[6]
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