Arcfox, an automotive brand under the BAIC Group, already has started the presale for the Arcfox S3, mid-size sedan, at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The pre-order is taking place with the price starting from 64,800 CNY (9,500 USD) for the standard variant and going up to 125,800 (18,500 USD) for the top trim.
They haven’t confirmed any launch for the Arcfox S3, but there’s high speculation that its launch will take place soon, in May 2026. The vehicle is yet to arrive at the dealership; shortly after its arrival it will go on sale. In the domestic market, its main rivals are the XPeng Mona M03, GAC Aion S, Geely Galaxy A7 BEV, and BYD Qin Plus EV.
Range & Battery Options
The Arcfox S3 is equipped with a single motor that is mounted on the rear axle. The drivetrain is rear-wheel drive (RWD), and the transmission is single-speed automatic. It is available with both charging and battery swapping options for personal users and fleets, respectively; however, there is no restriction for buying either one.
The power output of the vehicle that comes with charging is 204 hp (150 kW), but for the one with the feature swappable battery, it generates the power of 213 hp (159 kW). The top speed for both is 155 km/h (96 mph); the 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) acceleration timing is yet to be revealed, but it is likely to be around 7-8 seconds.
The vehicle available with the charging option comes with three different LFP battery packs, which are 44.2 kWh, 55.6 kWh, and 65.8 kWh, whose CLTC range is 460 km (286 miles), 560 km (348 miles), and 660 km (410 miles), respectively; and one available comes with a battery swapping option to get an LFP battery of 54 kWh whose CLTC range is 535 km (333 miles).
The vehicle with charging supports a fast DC charger, which takes 21 minutes for 30-80% charging. Notably, the charger capacity for each battery pack varies from one another, which is yet to be revealed. And the vehicle that comes with the battery-swapping option takes hardly 99 seconds, which is even less than the refueling.
Dimensions & Exterior
The dimensions of the vehicle in terms of length, width, and height are 4,916 mm, 1,900 mm, and 1,480 mm, respectively. The wheelbase is 2,876 mm, but ground clearance is yet to be revealed; as it is a sedan, it may be around 150 mm, good enough to pass the potholes and speed breakers.
Up front, it features a split headlamp setup. The DRLs are placed above in full width, giving a futuristic look, and the headlamps are placed below for modern styling. On the sides, it features a fastback coupe-like roofline for a sporty silhouette, semi-concealed door handles to reduce drag and add practicality, and five-spoke alloy wheels for better aerodynamics.
The back features a full-width LED taillight that is connected with the tail lamps; it creates a wide stance and makes the vehicle recognizable even from the back. Details regarding the color options aren’t revealed but are set to be available in multiple options and may also be with the double tone. The one showcased comes in Pearl White.
Interior & Technology
The seating capacity is 5 people in layout 2 and 3; the second row seats are bench-type. Thanks to its long wheelbase and wide stance, three adults can sit comfortably with ample legroom and shoulders. Its cargo space is 465 liters to carry luggage; additionally, there’s a space of 113 liters under the floor.
The cabin is equipped with a 15.6-inch floating touchscreen for infotainment that is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, featuring smooth animation and a fast user interface. It comes with the Yuanjing Intelligent Driving System; the top trim comes with a LiDAR unit featuring Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) for both highway and urban.