Chinese language auto large SAIC used this week’s 2024 Geneva auto present to debut the L6 compact sedan, the most recent mannequin from its newly established model IM.

IM, whose initials stand for Clever Mobility, is SAIC’s model for premium electrical autos. It is also supposed to have a worldwide attain, identical to MG, the historic British model by which SAIC sells quite a few mainstream EVs and hybrids across the globe.

Neither model has indicated plans to enter the U.S., nevertheless.

IM at present operates solely in China however will increase to Europe in 2025, beginning with the L6 sedan and a compact crossover that is already out there in China, dubbed the LS6. IM additionally sells a midsize sedan in China, dubbed the L7.

2025 IM L6

IM was brief on particulars for the L6 however mentioned not less than one model will ship 0-62 mph acceleration in lower than three seconds. There might be a normal lithium-ion battery and an out there solid-state battery. Each batteries are anticipated to be out there on the 2025 launch, an organization spokesperson mentioned.

The lithium-ion battery is projected to ship a spread of greater than 370 miles and the solid-state battery a spread greater than 500 miles. Each figures are primarily based on the WLTP take a look at cycle used abroad and would possible end in decrease estimates when utilizing the stricter EPA cycle.

Different IM fashions characteristic superior EV know-how, together with 900-volt electrical programs and DC fast-charging functionality at charges approaching 400 kw. The autos additionally include extremely automated driver-assist programs and loads of linked providers. It is possible many of those applied sciences can even characteristic within the L6.

IM is the model anticipated to share its EV know-how with Audi, which is trying to speed up EV improvement for the Chinese language market. A partnership between Audi and IM’s SAIC mum or dad was established final July, though specifics relating to the partnership weren’t divulged on the time.