Chinese EV maker unveils extended-range SUV with 933-mile range

IM Motors, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has launched an updated version of its LS6 SUV available in both battery-electric (BEV) and extended-range electric (EREV) variants. The BEV models include the Pro, with a 76-kWh battery delivering a 404-mile CLTC range and rear-wheel drive, and the Ultra, featuring a 103-kWh battery, all-wheel drive, and a 466-mile range with a rapid 0-62 mph acceleration in 3.48 seconds. The EREV lineup introduces the new Hengxing range-extender system, developed in partnership with CATL, which combines larger battery packs with enhanced efficiency to significantly extend driving range and versatility. The EREV LS6 comes in Pro and Max trims, with the Pro equipped with a 52-kWh battery providing a 230-mile electric range and up to 870 miles total range including fuel, while the Max features a 66-kWh battery, 280 miles electric range, and