# IM brand electric vehicle market expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/im-brand-electric-vehicle-market-expansion
> Updated: 2026-09-17T08:37:03.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The IM brand, representing ‘Intelligence in Motion’, has expanded its presence in the electric vehicle market through new model launches in China and Europe.

In China, IM Motors introduced the IM L6, featuring an 800V high-voltage platform and steer-by-wire technology. Concurrently, Buick released an electric version of the L7, which utilizes 6C ultra-fast charging technology and CATL batteries.

MG Motor has also expanded its market position by launching the IM premium sub-brand, introducing the MG IM5 fastback sedan and the MG IM6 SUV. These models utilize 800-volt technology and 100-kWh batteries, aiming to transition the brand toward high-performance electric vehicles.

## Claims

- MG is launching a new sub-brand called IM, standing for 'Intelligence in Motion'. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The IM sub-brand features 800-volt technology and 100-kWh batteries. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The IM6 SUV is priced starting from 57,000 Euro. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The IM5 fastback sedan is priced starting from 54,000 Euro. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The vehicles can deliver up to 553 kW (751 PS) of power. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Both models have a wheelbase of 2.95 meters. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The vehicles have a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 kilograms. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: MG Motor launches IM sub-brand with new electric models

MG Motor is launching its premium 'IM' sub-brand with the MG IM5 sedan and MG IM6 SUV, featuring 800-volt technology and up to 751 PS of power.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mg-motor-launches-im-sub-brand-with-new-electric-models

### 2026-08-19: IM Motors and Buick launch new electric vehicle models in China

IM Motors and Buick have launched new electric models in China, featuring 800V high-voltage architectures and advanced chassis or charging technologies.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/im-motors-and-buick-launch-new-electric-vehicle-models-in-china

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