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ArcFox Alpha S5
- Drive Type: RWD, AWD
- Type: 4-door liftback sedan, 5 seats
- Self Driving: Level 2 driver assistance
- Airbags: Full Suite
PROS
- Strong range up to 700 km class
- Low price for a mid-size EV sedan
- Fast charging with high peak rates
CONS
- Limited global availability
- Brand recognition remains low outside China
The ArcFox Alpha S5 is a mid-size electric sedan built by BAIC’s Arcfox brand. It sits in the D-segment and uses a sleek 4-door sedan or liftback body with strong aerodynamics and a coupe-like roofline. It targets buyers looking for a tech-focused electric sedan with long range and aggressive pricing.
Battery and range vary across trims. Entry models use a 65 kWh pack with about 560 km range, while larger 74.4 kWh and 79.2 kWh batteries stretch range up to 708 km (CLTC). Fast DC charging supports roughly 30 to 80 percent in about 20–30 minutes, with peak charging speeds reaching over 200 kW on higher trims.
Pricing positions it as a value-focused electric sedan. Base models start around $17,000, rising to about $25,000 for higher trims. It suits buyers who want long range, modern tech, and strong efficiency without paying premium EV prices. Within the same brand, you also have the ArcFox Alpha S and ArcFox Alpha T5. Key alternatives include the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3, with the closest direct comparison being the BYD Seal due to similar size, pricing, and range focus.
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Full Specifications
MODEL
| Models |
560 Max (RWD) 708 Max (RWD) 650 Ultra (AWD) |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2024 (Beijing Auto Show) |
| Status | Available (2026 model year) |
| Country of origin | China |
| Base Price | $17,200 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
248 hp FWD (base) up to ~530 hp AWD (dual motor) |
| Torque |
~360 Nm (base) up to ~690 Nm (AWD) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
0–100 km/h: ~7.0 sec (base) up to 3.7 sec (AWD) |
| Max Speed | 180 km/h |
| transmission | Single-speed direct drive |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
64.8 kWh 74.4 kWh 79.2 kWh |
| Tech | LFP and NMC (CATL), liquid-cooled |
| Range | (mi WLTP); ~340–430 mi (est from 550–708 km CLTC) |
| Consumption | 13–15 kWh/100 km |
| Recuperation | Yes (regenerative braking) |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging | 7 kW ~11.3 hours (0–100%) |
| DC Charging |
30–80% ~23 min up to 160–400 kW peak |
| Others | 800V architecture (higher trims) |
BODY
| Type | 4-door liftback sedan, 5 seats |
| Platform | IMC EV platform |
| Dimensions |
Length: 4820 mm Width: 1930 mm Height: 1480 mm |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.1925 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm |
| Weight | 1885–2120 kg |
| Suspension |
Front: MacPherson Rear: Multi-link |
| Wheels | 18–19 inch |
| Trunk/Boot | 430 L |
| Others | Flush door handles, aerodynamic design |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 15.6-inch touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | No traditional cluster (HUD focus) |
| Head-Up | Large AR HUD (~68-inch projection) |
| Others | Qualcomm 8155 chip, Huawei OS |
COMFORT
| Seats | 5 layout, premium finish |
| Roof | Panoramic (select trims) |
| Parking Aids |
Sensors 360 camera |
| Connectivity |
Smart cockpit App integration Voice control |
| Others | 15-speaker sound system |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Multiple airbags (front, side, curtain) |
| Driving Aids |
ADAS suite lane assist adaptive cruise |
| Self Driving | Level 2 |
Note
| Others |
Built as a BYD Seal rival Focus on aerodynamics and efficiency Strong price-to-range ratio in segment |
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