IM5 electric sedan offers value against Tesla and BYD

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 22:32 · Archive

IM Motors' IM5 electric sedan is positioned as an alternative to the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal.

IM Motors' IM5 is an electric sedan designed to compete with the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal. The car comes in Premium, Platinum and Performance variants, each offering technology, performance, luxury and practicality.

The Performance model features dual motors and all-wheel drive, producing 572kW of power and 802Nm of torque. IM Motors claims the car accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 3.2 seconds, comparing the acceleration favourably to a Porsche Taycan at a fraction of the price.

IM stands for 'Intelligence in Motion'. The company is a joint venture between SAIC Motor, Alibaba Group and Zhangjiang Hi-Tech, positioned as the premium and luxury arm of MG Motor. The IM5's digital chassis coordinates the powertrain, suspension, steering and vehicle dynamics.

How it is being reported

• The IM5 offers serious value for moneySPONSORED: Why the IM5 electric sedan from IM Motors is a must-drive if you’re in the market for a Tesla Model 3 or BYD Seal.Perth Now · 14 Oct, 22:05
• The IM5 offers serious value for moneySPONSORED: Why the IM5 electric sedan from IM Motors is a must-drive if you’re in the market for a Tesla Model 3 or BYD Seal.The West Australian · 14 Oct, 22:05

In this story: IM Motors · Tesla · BYD · MG Motor · SAIC Motor · Alibaba Group · Zhangjiang Hi-Tech

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