IM Motors LS9 Is A Upcoming Chinese EREV And EV
IM Motors LS9 will not be arriving in ASEAN any time soon
The IM LS9 is a product of IM Motors, a joint venture between Chinese automotive giant SAIC Motor, Alibaba, and Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, positioning it as a highly competitive, tech-laden luxury vehicle in the premium EREV market. The user query mentions Xiaomi; the IM LS9 is a model from the SAIC/Alibaba IM brand.
The IM LS9 is equipped with a high-spec L3-level sensing hardware, including a 520-line LiDAR sensor and an Nvidia Thor AI chip which promises a sophisticated driver-assistance functions such as high-speed/urban area pilot assist and one-touch AI parking.
“Stellar” Super Range Extender System: The vehicle uses a hybrid system combining a 1.5T engine (as a generator) with dual electric motors, offering an impressive combined range of over 1,500 km.
Long Pure Electric Range: It has a pure electric range of up to 402 km (CLTC), which is significantly higher than many traditional EREVs, effectively addressing “range anxiety”.
800V Fast Charging: The 800V high-voltage architecture allows the battery to charge from 10% to 80% in just about 15-16.5 minutes at a fast-charging station.
“Zero-Gravity” Seating: The front passenger and second-row seats offer a “zero-gravity” recline mode for maximum relaxation.
4D Mechanical Massage Seats: It features a world-first 4D mechanical massage function using rolling ball technology, designed to replicate professional massage techniques with seven times the intensity of traditional pneumatic systems.
Premium Amenities: The interior includes a 25-speaker B&O audio system, a built-in refrigerator (with a temperature range of -6°C to 50°C), dual-layer sound-proofing glass, and Nappa leather upholstery.
Outdoor Adventure Kit: An optional outdoor kit is available, which can include a shower head and water tank, providing 24-hour hot water for outdoor activities.
Massive Interior Screens: The dashboard features a large 27.1-inch 5K MiniLED central display and a separate 15.6-inch 3K MiniLED passenger entertainment screen.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): The car is equipped with L3-level sensing hardware specifications, including a 520-line LiDAR sensor and an Nvidia Thor AI chip, enabling advanced pilot-assisted driving and one-touch AI parking features.
“Spirit Lizard” Digital Chassis 3.0: This technology integrates a bidirectional 24-degree four-wheel steering system and 150mm closed dual-cavity air suspension, resulting in an exceptionally small turning radius of just 4.95 meters for a large SUV.
The IM Motors LS9 is priced in China between ¥322,800 and ¥352,800 (approximately USD45,400 to USD49,600) for its two extended-range versions, the LS9 52 Ultra and 66 Ultra, following its official November 12 launch. Pre-sale prices varied slightly but were in a similar range, from ¥336,900 to ¥366,900.
