The IM LS8 (Chinese: 智己LS8; pinyin: Zhìjǐ LS8) is a range-extended mid-size luxury SUV produced by SAIC Motor under the IM Motors brand.[2]
| IM LS8 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | IM Motors |
| Model code | S32L |
| Also called | MG IM8 (Australia)[1] |
| Production | 2026–present |
| Assembly | China: Shanghai |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury SUV (E) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Chassis | Unibody |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Series hybrid |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,060 mm (120.5 in) |
| Length | 5,085 mm (200.2 in) |
| Width | 2,000 mm (78.7 in) |
| Height | 1,807 mm (71.1 in) |
Overview
edit
The LS8 was revealed through China's MIIT filings on December 9, 2025. It is set to use IM's extended-range hybrid system also used in the LS6 and LS9. Its exterior also adopts traits from those vehicles, such as the T-shaped headlights and the raised rear light bar. The IM LS8 is a car, with a design featuring an elegant style and spacious interiors.[3] Sales of the LS8 began on April 16, 2026.[4]
References
edit- ↑ "2027 MG IM8 locked in for Australia, will be most expensive IM model yet". Drive. 2026-04-27. Retrieved 2026-05-29.
- ↑ "IM Motors' LS8 is set to launch, with declaration drawings already revealed. The vehicle's length exceeds five meters and features an extended-range power system | BitAuto". www.bitauto.com. Retrieved 2026-01-14.
- ↑ "China's Range Rover Sport rival revealed! Luxury 2026 IM LS8 breaks cover in China as upcoming rival to Zeekr 8X, Leapmotor D16 and Denza N9". Carsguide. 2026-01-22. Retrieved 2026-03-06.
- ↑ "售24.98万元起 灵蜥数字底盘3.0/最大综合续航1605km 智己LS8上市". chejiahao.autohome.com.cn (in Chinese (China)). Retrieved 2026-04-16.