IM Motors, a subsidiary of SAIC, officially launched the LS8 Neo pure electric SUV on November 5, 2026. The vehicle is built on an 800V high-voltage platform and is available in two trim levels with prices starting at $35 800.
The SUV measures 5 085 mm in length and features a wheelbase of 3 060 mm. It is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295P chip, a 27.1-inch 5K central screen, and an infotainment system integrated with the Qwen large language model.
The LS8 Neo includes the Lizard digital chassis with steer-by-wire technology and rear-wheel steering, allowing for a 4.85-meter turning radius. The vehicle uses the IM SynVector torque control system with a 20-millisecond response time.
The powertrain consists of a Neo Hurricane single motor producing 300 kW and 500 N·m of torque. The car utilizes CATL batteries that can charge from 10% to 80% in 17–20 minutes. Interior options include 5-seat and 6-seat configurations.
