IM Motors LS8 NEO Pure Electric Version Breaks Cover; Standard Full-By-Wire Lingxi Chassis, Launch Expected Within October
Recently, we learned from the official that the pure-electric version of the IM Motors LS8 NEO has made its production debut, with the new car expected to be officially unveiled and go on sale within October. The vehicle will be equipped with a full suite of features, including battery packs from CATL, full-by-wire Lingxi chassis, and the NEO Hurricane motor, Energy Efficiency Master 3.0, and core three-electric system and thermal management.
In terms of appearance, the pure-electric model is largely consistent with the hybrid version, maintaining the design language of the brand's family. It features a full-width star-ring light bar, a closed front grille, and a brand logo on the hood. The vehicle will also be equipped with a LiDAR unit on the roof.
In terms of dimensions, the vehicle measures 5085/2000/1807mm in length, width, and height respectively, with a wheelbase of 3060mm.
The vehicle will also offer 20/21/22-inch wheels for choice.
In terms of interior, the vehicle will largely retain the design of the current hybrid model, offering both 5-seat and 6-seat configurations.
The vehicle is equipped with a multi-screen setup featuring a 27.1-inch 5K MiniLED central control screen, a 15.6-inch 3K companion entertainment screen, and a 21.5-inch 4K overhead infotainment screen. It is also equipped with a high-performance Qualcomm 8295P chip.
Additionally, the seats are all wrapped in Nappa leather, with zero gravity and 4D mechanical massage functions available on the driver's and passenger's seats.
The IM Motors LS8 is positioned as a mid-size SUV. Currently, there are four models in the market with hybrid power, with a price range of RMB 261,800-311,800. The pure-electric version has also been submitted for the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
Previously, it was reported that the pure-electric version of the IM Motors LS8 NEO will offer a single-motor powertrain with a maximum power of 300kW, and will be equipped with a battery pack from CATL.