ArcFox Alpha T7: BAIC’s half-priced Xiaomi YU7 secures 30,000 orders in 60 minutes
On September 16, Arcfox officially launched its latest mid-to-large SUV, the Alpha T7. The vehicle is available in nine different configurations, offering both pure electric and extended-range powertrain options. According to Arcfox, the car received over 30,000 firm orders within just one hour of its launch.
Pricing and configurations
The Alpha T7 is available in nine trims:
| Powertrain | Model | Price (yuan and USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Extended-range | 1315 Plus | 132,800 (19,500 USD) |
| Extended-range | 1315 Max | 144,800 (21,300 USD) |
| Extended-range | 1315 Max Qiankun | 153,800 (22,600 USD) |
| Extended-range | 1315 Ultra Qiankun | 163,800 (24,100 USD) |
| Pure electric | 650 Plus | 135,800 (20,000 USD) |
| Pure electric | 715 Max | 149,800 (22,000 USD) |
| Pure electric | 715 Max Qiankun | 158,800 (23,400 USD) |
| Pure electric | 715 Ultra | 159,800 (23,500 USD) |
| Pure electric | 715 Ultra Qiankun | 168,800 (24,800 USD) |
Design and dimensions
Built on the “Arc-Flow” design philosophy, the Alpha T7 features a sleek, wide-body coupe silhouette. The front end is defined by a closed grille and a 1,700 mm integrated “Star Pupil” light strip that supports dynamic lighting effects.
197.6 inches 5,020 mm in length, 1,996 mm in width, and 1,685 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,040 mm. The SUV achieves a drag coefficient of 0.251.
Interior
ArcFox has replaced the traditional instrument cluster with a 43.3-inch P-HUD head-up display. The centre console houses a 17.3-inch 3K touchscreen powered by a 4nm chip, supporting 5G connectivity, AI voice interaction, Huawei HiCar, and CarPlay.
The vehicle boasts an 88.8% interior space utilisation rate, with a 200L front trunk and rear cargo capacity that expands from 645L to 1,845L when the rear seats are folded.
Technology and performance
The Alpha T7 is equipped with the Huawei Qiankun ADS 5. intelligent driving system, utilising Huawei’s “Limera” in-cabin laser vision and 27 sensors to enable highway and urban NCA (Navigation Cruise Assist) and automated parking across over 160 scenarios.
Powertrain options:
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Pure electric: Features an 800V silicon carbide high-voltage platform. It is powered by a single motor with a peak output of 227 kW (304 hp). With 72.8 kWh and 84.8 kWh CATL LFP batteries, it offers CLTC ranges of 650 km and 715 km, respectively. The 800V architecture allows for rapid charging, adding 270 km of range in just 10 minutes.
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Extended-range: Combines a 1.5L range extender with a motor delivering a peak output of 200 kW (268 hp). With a 43.9 kWh CATL LFP battery, it provides a CLTC pure electric range of 320 km and a total combined range of 1,315 km.
