IM LS9
plug-in hybrid full-size luxury SUV
The IM LS9 (Chinese: 智己LS9; pinyin: Zhìjǐ LS9) is a range-extended full-size luxury SUV produced by SAIC Motor under the IM Motors brand. It is IM's first EREV-only model.
Overview
The LS9 was 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 was set to debut on November 4, 2025, with pre-sales starting on the same day. However, the debut was moved to November 12. The LS9 is positioned as the brand's flagship model.
The LS9 was first shown during the 2025 China International Industry Fair on September 23, 2025 with no prior announcement.
The official launch of the LS9 took place on November 12, 2025.
Design
The LS9 uses a front end design similar to that of the facelifted LS6 with its Y-shaped headlights.
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