Arcfox Alpha T7 Begins Pre-Sales With BEV and EREV Options

Arcfox Alpha T7 Pre-Sales Begin in China

BAIC Group's Arcfox officially began pre-sales of the Arcfox Alpha T7 on Wednesday, introducing both extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) and battery electric vehicle (BEV) options to China's competitive mid-to-large SUV market. The model is offered in nine rear-wheel-drive variants, with subsidized pre-sales prices ranging from 137,800 yuan ($20,320) to 174,800 yuan. List prices range from 141,800 yuan to 178,800 yuan, while every variant receives a 4,000-yuan pre-sales discount. The pricing positions the SUV within a highly competitive mass-market segment targeting family buyers with budgets below 200,000 yuan.

BEV and EREV Lineups Offer Different Powertrain Choices

The EREV lineup comprises four variants, with the 1315 Plus positioned as the least expensive version. The BEV lineup contains five variants, with the entry-level 650 Plus carrying a subsidized pre-sales price of 140,800 yuan. Across the broader market, Chinese automakers are increasingly using larger vehicles, smart-driving functions, and high-voltage fast-charging systems to compete for family-oriented consumers. The Alpha T7 follows this strategy by combining multiple powertrain configurations with extended driving range, advanced charging capability, and available driver-assistance technology while remaining within a price segment below 200,000 yuan.

Dimensions and BEV Performance

The Alpha T7 measures 5,020 mm in length and has a 3,040-mm wheelbase, with a fastback SUV profile. Its trunk provides 645 liters of standard cargo capacity, expanding to 1,845 liters when the rear seats are folded, while the frunk adds another 200 liters. A motor with a maximum output of 227 kW and an 800-volt high-voltage platform are standard across the BEV lineup. The 650 Plus uses a 75.4 kWh battery and provides a CLTC range of 650 km, while the remaining BEV variants use 84.8 kWh batteries and deliver a CLTC range of 715 km.

Fast Charging and Extended-Range Capability

All BEV variants can charge from 30% to 80% in 15 minutes, supporting the model's positioning around high-voltage fast charging. The EREV variants combine a 1.5-liter range extender with a motor delivering a maximum output of 200 kW and a 43.9 kWh battery. They provide a CLTC battery-only range of 320 km and a combined range of 1,315 km. Unlike the BEV versions, the EREV lineup uses a 400-volt platform, while its charging time from 30% to 80% is also 15 minutes. Battery cells for all BEV and EREV variants are supplied by CATL.

Driver Assistance and Connected Cabin Technology

The Alpha T7 is available with Huawei Qiankun ADS 5 Pro driver-assistance technology, although the system is not standard across the entire lineup. Arcfox's online specifications show that four variants carrying the Qiankun designation feature the system along with an in-cabin LiDAR. Some non-Qiankun variants use BAIC's Yuanjing intelligent driver-assistance system and a roof-mounted LiDAR. The entry-level 1315 Plus EREV does not list a branded driver-assistance system and is not equipped with LiDAR. The cabin also features a 17.3-inch 3K center screen integrating ByteDance's Doubao and Alibaba's Qwen large language models.

Chassis Development and Market Positioning

The Alpha T7 also incorporates CDC continuously variable damping suspension and a chassis tuned with input from Magna. The combination of suspension technology, high-voltage charging on BEV versions, multiple powertrain choices, and available intelligent driving systems is intended to strengthen the model's position in a crowded SUV market. The vehicle is Arcfox's flagship model for 2026 and targets young family buyers. It was unveiled the previous week at the Chengdu Auto Show, while the start of pre-sales represents the beginning of its formal market push in China. The launch also comes as Chinese automakers intensify competition in the mass-market SUV segment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main powertrain and range options offered by the Arcfox Alpha T7?
The Arcfox Alpha T7 is offered with both battery electric and extended-range electric powertrains, giving buyers different approaches to driving range and charging. The BEV lineup includes five variants, with CLTC ranges of 650 km or 715 km depending on the battery configuration. The EREV lineup includes four variants with a 320-km CLTC battery-only range and a 1,315-km combined CLTC range. BEV versions use an 800-volt platform, while EREV versions use a 400-volt platform, and both powertrain groups support 15-minute charging from 30% to 80%.