Car manufacturer IM Motors introduces the LS6 SUV model in the Nepalese market
The IM6, previously known as the IM LS6, is now making waves in Nepal as a luxury electric SUV offering a variety of powertrain options with impressive performance, advanced technology, and practical space.
According to a statement from SAIC Motor's electric vehicle division, IM Motors, the IM6 is priced at 7,499,000 Nepalese Rupees in Nepal, approximately $53,470 in US dollars.
The IM6 boasts three variants: the Premium RWD, Platinum RWD, and Performance AWD. The Performance version delivers about 751-752 HP and AWD, with rapid acceleration comparable to supercars, reaching 0-62 mph in ~3.5 seconds.
The battery and charging specifications are equally impressive. The Premium variant features a 75 kWh battery, while the Platinum and Performance models come with 100 kWh batteries. The Platinum and Performance versions also benefit from an 800V electric architecture, enabling ultra-fast charging up to 396 kW DC, resulting in charge times from 30-80% range in as little as 15 to 20 minutes.
The IM6 offers a spacious interior with a 7-seater option, large infotainment display systems, and high-quality materials. Its practical storage solutions, including a cargo capacity of up to 1640L with seats folded, make it a strong contender among luxury EV SUVs.
IM Motors also offers a seven-year unlimited-kilometer warranty if serviced through MG's network, or a five-year warranty otherwise. Commercial-use terms are specified.
In comparison to other luxury EVs in Nepal, the IM6 stands out with its high-performance AWD version, advanced fast-charging capability, spacious 7-seat accommodation, and competitive pricing. It is poised to be a strong alternative for buyers seeking a combination of performance, technology, and space at an accessible price point for the luxury segment.
Pre-orders for the IM6 have secured the top share of Nepal's luxury electric vehicle (EV) market, according to IM Motors. The launch event for the IM6 was held in Kathmandu on July 31.
IM Motors has also announced the introduction of an extended-range system for the IM LS6, similar to that found in the Tesla Model Y. This feature was not previously mentioned in the earlier facts.
IM Motors is the electric vehicle division of SAIC Motor, a company whose stock ticker is SHA: 600104.
- The IM6, an electric vehicle, is making a significant impact in Nepal's luxury SUV market, offering a high-performance AWD variant and advanced fast-charging capability.
- Tesla and IM Motors are both notable players in the electric vehicle industry, with Tesla introducing an extended-range system in its Model Y, similar to the upcoming IM LS6.
- The IM6's impressive battery specifications include a 100 kWh battery for its Platinum and Performance models, and an ultra-fast charging capability of up to 396 kW DC.
- In the finance aspect, the IM6 is priced at approximately $53,470 in US dollars, making it a competitive option in the luxury electric vehicle segment.
- The technology in the IM6 goes beyond electric propulsion, featuring a spacious 7-seater interior, large infotainment displays, and practical storage solutions, appealing to buyers seeking a combination of performance, technology, and space.
