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IM Motors controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2024

    Mislabeling of Xiaomi SU7 key specs at launch event, two apologies issued

    In April 2024, IM Motors mislabeled key specifications of the Xiaomi SU7's electric drive system during its launch event, prompting the competitor to demand a correction and a public apology. IM Motors acknowledged an oversight in its team's review process and apologized twice, denying any intent to smear Xiaomi. This entry concerns a dispute over the accuracy of comparative marketing information.

  2. 2021

    IM Motors responds to debate over near-1,000 km range claim

    Company response

    IM Motors responded to discussion of a near-1,000 km NEDC range claim. The company said a vehicle with a 3,150 mm wheelbase could achieve nearly 1,000 km under NEDC conditions, while its first production sedan was not planned to use that battery pack at launch. The response addressed debate over the range figure and clarified the planned battery configuration for the initial production model.

    Company response

    • Clarification — 智己汽车

      针对“电池1000公里续航”的热点话题,智己汽车做出了官方回应。智己表示,在NEDC工况下,轴距3150mm的车型可实现近1000km的续航。

    Source excerpt

    • 针对“电池1000公里续航”的热点话题,智己汽车做出了官方回应。智己表示,在NEDC工况下,轴距3150mm的车型可实现近1000km的续航。
    • 不过,智已汽车也表示,受轴距限制,智己汽车首款量产智能纯电轿车上市时暂无搭载这种电池包的计划。