IM Motors Launches LS8 NEO Electric Vehicle in China
IM Motors has introduced the all-electric LS8 NEO, starting at 239,800 yuan. The vehicle features CATL battery options and an advanced steer-by-wire chassis system.
Chinese automaker IM Motors has expanded its vehicle lineup with the release of the LS8 NEO, a new all-electric SUV offered in two configurations. Pricing for the model begins at 239,800 yuan for the 93 kWh variant, rising to 259,800 yuan for the 103 kWh version.
The vehicle maintains the design language established by the company's range-extended models while incorporating a new chassis system that includes four-wheel steering and steer-by-wire technology. Power is delivered by a 300 kW electric motor, with the two battery options providing CLTC ranges of 684 km and 752 km, respectively.
Technological features include an Nvidia Thor chip for advanced driver-assistance systems and a lidar sensor suite with a 300-meter perception range. The interior focuses on connectivity and passenger comfort, featuring a 27.1-inch dashboard display and a 21.5-inch ceiling-mounted screen for the rear cabin.
This launch marks a strategic effort by IM Motors to solidify its footprint in the competitive Chinese electric vehicle market by emphasizing high-spec hardware and utility features.