The Arcfox αT5 () is a battery electric

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Overview

In late 2023, Chinese electric carmaker

introduced another model to expand its portfolio of smaller, more affordable vehicles. The αT5 slots below the Alpha-T, gaining 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. The passenger compartment has been kept in a simple, minimalist design. The high-set center tunnel has been detached from the cockpit, gaining an expanded lower storage compartment. The dashboard is dominated by only one, central touchscreen. It serves as both the clocks and the multimedia system with a diagonal of 15.6 inches.

Specifications

The αT5 is a fully electric car, whose drive system is made up of two engines to choose from. The weaker one developed 248 HP and 360 Nm, and the more powerful one - 268 HP and 360 Nm. The first one was combined with a 65 kWh battery manufactured by

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, which offered a range of up to 520 kilometers according to the CLTC standard, while the second gained a 79.2 kWh battery and up to 660 kilometers of CLTC range.

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