**SAIC's IM Motors launches new LS6 SUV with 800V charging, AI cockpit from $27,500**
On September 23, SAIC Motor's electric vehicle brand IM Motors launched the all-new IM LS6 family SUV, the first model under its "NEXT·2028" strategy. Starting at 197,900 yuan (~$27,500), it features a wire-controlled chassis, 800V platform supporting 396 kW charging (500 km in 15 minutes), CATL battery with 782 km CLTC range, IM AD Zeta driver assistance developed with Momenta, and an AI cockpit co-developed with Alibaba's Qwen large model.
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SAIC's IM Motors Launches New LS6 SUV, First Model Under 'NEXT·2028' Strategy
On September 23, SAIC Motor's electric vehicle brand IM Motors (智己汽车) launched the new-generation IM LS6, the first family SUV under its 'NEXT·2028' strategy. The vehicle integrates SAIC's latest technologies, including the next-generation全线控灵蜥 chassis, NEO three-electric architecture, and全域物理AI intelligence. According to an IM Motors spokesperson, the NEO architecture achieves ultra-low energy consumption of 12.7 kWh/100 km, costing just 4 fen per kilometer. The 800V high-voltage platform supports 396 kW ultra-fast charging, adding 500 km of range in 15 minutes and is compatible with over 90% of public chargers. The battery, supplied by CATL, maintains 95% charge retention at -20°C and enables a CLTC range of 782 km. Safety features include a millisecond-level power cutoff system. The IM AD Zeta assisted driving system, developed with Momenta, uses L4-level model capabilities to enhance L2 functions, and a new driver incapacitation assist system can autonomously pull over in emergencies. The cockpit features the IM Claw intelligent agent, co-developed with Alibaba's Qwen large language model, with future integration into Alibaba's AI ecosystem.
Read sourceSAIC's IM Motors Launches New LS6 SUV Under 'NEXT·2028' Strategy with AI Features
On September 23, SAIC Motor's IM Motors launched the all-new LS6, the first family SUV under its 'NEXT·2028' strategy. The vehicle incorporates SAIC's 70 years of automotive expertise and features the next-generation全线控灵蜥 chassis, NEO three-electric architecture, and全域物理AI intelligence. According to an IM Motors official, the NEO architecture achieves ultra-low energy consumption of 12.7 kWh/100 km, costing just 4 fen per kilometer. The 800V high-voltage platform supports 396 kW ultra-fast charging, adding 500 km of range in 15 minutes and is compatible with over 90% of public chargers. The LS6 can charge stably at -20°C with up to 95% battery retention. It uses CATL's黄金电池. In assisted driving, the IM AD Zeta system, developed with Momenta, uses L4-level model capabilities to power L2 functions. It also debuts a driver incapacitation assistance system that can autonomously pull over in emergencies. The cabin features the IM Claw龙虾智能体, co-developed with Alibaba's Qianwen open-source large model, with future integration into Alibaba's AI ecosystem.
Read sourceSAIC's New-Generation Tech Reaches Mainstream Market as New IM LS6 Officially Launches
On September 23, IM Motors, backed by SAIC Group, officially launched the all-new IM LS6, an electric SUV targeting the mainstream family market. The vehicle incorporates SAIC's next-generation NEO three-electric architecture with an 800V high-voltage platform, supporting 396kW fast charging that adds 500km of range in 15 minutes. It features CATL batteries with aviation-grade reliability standards and millisecond-level safety cutoffs. On the intelligent side, the LS6 debuts the IM AD Zeta driving system developed with Momenta, including a driver incapacitation assist system that can autonomously pull over. The cabin uses the IM Claw intelligent agent, co-developed with Alibaba's Qwen large model, enabling multi-task voice commands and future access to Alibaba's AI ecosystem. The vehicle is positioned as a family luxury SUV with a starting price in the 200,000 RMB range. SAIC aims to democratize technologies like wire-controlled chassis, 800V high-voltage, and advanced smart cockpits from flagship models to the mass market, enriching its product lineup in the competitive domestic pure electric SUV segment.
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New IM LS6 Launches at $27,700, Targeting 200,000 Yuan Family EV Market
On September 23, SAIC Motor's IM Motors launched the all-new IM LS6, a five-seat family SUV, with a starting price of 197,900 yuan (approx. $27,700). The vehicle targets the 200,000-yuan family pure electric SUV segment. It features a standard wire-controlled chassis with aviation-grade triple safety redundancy, a 4.49m turning radius, and a SynVector torque control system with 20-millisecond response time. The LS6 uses a next-generation NEO three-electric architecture with 800V high-voltage platform, supporting 396kW ultra-fast charging (15 minutes for 500km range) and a claimed energy consumption of 12.7 kWh per 100km. It is equipped with the IM AD Zeta driver assistance system, developed with Momenta, which uses L4-level model capabilities for L2 functions, including a driver incapacitation assist system. The cabin features the IM Claw AI assistant, co-developed with Alibaba's Qwen large model, capable of handling multi-step voice commands and set to connect to Alibaba's AI ecosystem. Three variants are offered: Max, Pro Max, and Ultra. Launch incentives include lifetime AI Token access, battery warranty, and five-year free IM AD package for first owners.
Read sourceIM Motors Launches New LS6 SUV from $27,500, Featuring Advanced AI and Chassis Tech
IM Motors, a Chinese electric vehicle brand, has launched the all-new LS6 SUV with a starting price of 197,900 yuan (approximately $27,500). The vehicle is positioned for family users and features several advanced technologies. It comes standard with a full-wire-controlled chassis system that includes aviation-grade triple safety redundancy and a 20-millisecond response time for handling complex road conditions like heavy rain, crosswinds, and high-speed tire blowouts. The turning radius is 4.49 meters with adjustable steering ratios. The LS6 is built on an 800V high-voltage platform with NEO three-electric architecture, supporting peak charging power of 396 kW, enabling 500 km of range in 15 minutes. It uses CATL batteries with an ultra-fast power-off protection system exceeding national safety standards. The IM AD Zeta assisted driving system leverages L4-level model capabilities to enhance L2 functions, including a new driver incapacitation assist that can autonomously pull the vehicle over safely. The cockpit features the IM Claw Lobster AI agent, developed with Alibaba's Qwen large model, supporting continuous task execution and future integration with Alibaba's AI ecosystem.
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