The Arcfox αT5 is a battery electric and range extender compact crossover SUV manufactured by BAIC under the Arcfox brand.
Overview
In late 2023, Chinese electric carmaker Arcfox introduced another model to expand its portfolio of smaller, more affordable vehicles. The αT5 slots below the Alpha-T. In October 2025, Arcfox released a refreshed version of the αT5, which sees the existing EV versions gain range alongside the addition of a debuting range-extender powertrain option. It gains 70 mm in length but all other dimensions remain the same. Additionally, it features the debuting Yuanjing Intelligent Driving and Cabin software developed in-house by BAIC New Energy.
It has a silhouette rich in sharp lines and clearly outlined embossments. Aggressively shaped headlights were connected by a small crossbar, and the bumper was expanded by large air intakes. The slim silhouette was diversified by retractable door handles, while the rear part of the body was dominated by a high-set light strip and extensive embossments.[1] The EV version has a drag coefficient of 0.243 Cd, while the range extender version is 0.268 Cd.[2]