On June 15th, the Alpha S5, with its “high-performance new luxury comfortism”, was officially launched by Hozon. It includes three models: 560 MAX, 708 MAX, and 650 ULTRA, with prices starting at 17.68 million yuan. Hozon is offering a further discount of 3000 yuan (410$) on the official price, as well as introducing a standard range version, the Alpha S5 560 MAX. From now until July 31, 2024, customers who place an order can also enjoy a cash discount of 25,000 yuan (3450$), with prices starting at 15.18 million yuan.
Car models Versions Official price Limited time offer Ji Hu Alpha S5 560 MAX 176,800 yuan (24370$) 151,800 yuan (20920$) 708 MAX 196,800 yuan (27120$) 171,800 yuan (23680$) 650 ULTRA 216,800 yuan (29880$) 191,800 yuan (26440$) Ji Hu also launched optional benefits worth 19,000 yuan (2620$), 10,000 yuan (1380$) financial benefits, 15,000 yuan (2070$) renewal benefits, and 20,000 yuan (2760$) regular benefits. Customers who place an order for the Alpha S5 708 MAX version before 24:00 on July 31, 2024, can choose from three major benefits packages: including a 6,000 yuan (830$) “Extreme Clean Health Pack” including formaldehyde-resistant odor-free cabin, four-proof air conditioning filter, and air conditioning ultraviolet sterilization; an 8,000 yuan (1100$) “High Performance Sports Pack” including colorful all-aluminum four-piston high-performance fixed calipers, and active lifting electric tail wing; and a free gift of a 5,000 yuan (690$) “New Luxury Exclusive Color” of Starry Sky Pink or Illusion White car paint, with a total value of up to 19,000 yuan (2620$). Customers purchasing the Alpha S5 650 ULTRA version can also enjoy optional benefits worth up to 11,000 yuan (1520$).
The 10,000 yuan (1380$) financial benefits include various financial plans such as zero down payment, low monthly payment, 50-50 balloon loan, and low interest rates, ensuring users to buy a car without pressure; The 15,000 yuan (2070$) renewal benefits include trade-in and special subsidies for BAIC new energy vehicle owners; Regular benefits include lifetime free three-electric quality assurance, 5 years or 120,000 kilometers whole vehicle quality assurance, free charging pile installation, 3 years unlimited free data usage, comprehensively safeguarding the car life of super players. At the same time, Jihoo Auto also solemnly launched the “delayed delivery subsidy”. Users who place an order through the Jihoo APP before June 14th, or users who place a big order through the Jihoo APP after June 15th, will start delivery on the 22nd day from June 15th, and for each day of delayed delivery after the 22nd day, users can enjoy a 100 yuan (10$) delayed delivery care gift.
Recommended models: The four-wheel drive version of the Alpha S5650 ULTRA, as the top-of-the-line model of the Alpha S5, has an official price of 216,800 yuan (29880$), which is more than 80,000 yuan (11030$) lower than the top-of-the-line model of the Xiaomi SU7. The limited-time pre-sale price is even lower at only 191,800 yuan (26440$). Its body has a low drag coefficient of 0.1925Cd, powertrain with synchronous + asynchronous dual-motor four-wheel drive, 390kW maximum power + 690Nm maximum torque, 33.5m braking distance per hundred kilometers, 3.7-second zero to one hundred acceleration, 650km range, 800V high-voltage supercharging platform, as well as a bunch of hardcore performance features such as one-click rampage and track mode. The newly launched Alpha S5 560MAX by Jihoo also has a sporty coupe body and dynamic interior. At the same time, its body stiffness reaches a high of 51,897N·m/deg, and the four-door door anti-collision beam uses the industry’s highest 2GPa ultra-high-strength hot-formed steel material, creating a “Titan Body” three-dimensional protective shield for users. In terms of range, the Jihoo Alpha S5 has the 708MAX version, with a maximum range of 708 kilometers, energy consumption of 12.8kWh per hundred kilometers, and can achieve 280 kilometers in 10 minutes and 380 kilometers in 15 minutes based on the 800V supercharging platform. According to media tests, the Alpha S5’s energy consumption per hundred kilometers can be as low as 11.1kWh, with a range completion rate of up to 85.1% under highway conditions with four passengers, air conditioning on throughout, and an average speed of 80 kilometers per hour.
In the competitive market of new energy vehicles, is there a need for another pure electric sedan? As Ms. Dai Kangwei, General Manager of BAIC New Energy and PhD in Engineering, said: The Arcfox Alpha S5 combines the dynamic posture of a supercar, rapid acceleration and handling, spaciousness and comfortable driving experience of a sedan, along with the joy of electric power and the fun of intelligence. Choosing the difficult yet correct path of “both this and that”, the Alpha S5 is a high-performance pure electric sedan that satisfies current consumers.
In terms of safety, Alpha S5 has a body torsional stiffness of 51897N·m/deg. Alpha S5 can respond quickly to escape protection shields, ensuring hidden door handles pop out 100% after an accident, guaranteeing passengers inside the car can escape danger immediately; using all-round insulation protection shields to ensure 800V; using leak-proof privacy protection shields to fully protect the privacy inside the car; using high-quality long-lasting protection shields to prevent corrosion of the body and ensure driving safety for a long time. The cabin uses 0 formaldehyde 0 benzene materials, which can effectively adsorb and degrade harmful substances such as formaldehyde, benzene, and VOCs. In addition, the car is equipped with four anti-allergy air conditioning filters, combined with UV sterilization function, the killing rate of viruses, bacteria, and mites reaches 99.99%. It is worth mentioning that Polar Fox Motors still maintains a record of zero spontaneous combustion. In extreme scenarios, the Aurora battery of Polar Fox can provide all-time and all-area safety protection, ensuring the driver’s safety. In addition, a series of safety features of Alpha S5 are also present, such as advanced airbag systems, dual pre-tension safety belts, further enhancing the safety level of the vehicle, allowing users to enjoy a comfortable journey with peace of mind.
The Alpha S5 adopts the unique “wind sculpting aesthetic” design language. The body lines are smooth and full of tension, the front face design is sharp and full of combat atmosphere, the wind blade headlights composed of nearly 400 LED light sources and intelligent interactive light language further enhance the fluidic technology aesthetic. The tail is equipped with multi-dimensional super red light technology taillights, increasing safety by 40%, paired with the luminous little fox logo, very recognizable. The intelligent active lifting tail wing at the rear is the finishing touch, with an area of up to 3430cm² when unfolded, the largest in its class, not only enhancing vehicle handling, but also fully embodying the “cool” factor. The Alpha S5 is available in five body colors: Nebula Pink, Illusion White, Star Diamond Black, Arctic Fox White, and Ice Gray. Among them, the exclusive Nebula Pink color is a paint color with a strong shimmering ceramic feel, with inherent high-end and new luxury attributes, giving the entire vehicle a natural sense of sophistication and new luxury style. At the same time, the Alpha S5 also offers warm Mist Brown, elegant and light Gray, and free and firm Energy Black three unique interior color options to meet the different aesthetic preferences of users. The four-wheel drive high-performance version adopts a synchronous + asynchronous dual-motor combination only seen in luxury electric models, with a total power of up to 390kW and a total torque of 690N·m, accelerating to an astonishing 3.7 seconds per hundred kilometers. In addition to its powerful acceleration, the Alpha S5 can stop within just 33.5 meters per hundred kilometers, providing a better sense of safety during emergency braking. At the same time, the large steering ratio steering system improves steering sensitivity by 30%, allowing users to steer more accurately and smoothly. The Alpha S5, jointly developed with Magna, features the graceful chassis platform, with professional tuning engineers conducting long-term fine-tuning for a more stable and comfortable ride over bumpy roads.
Alpha S5 achieves a comfortable user experience in terms of space utilization. The vehicle measures 4820mm in length, 1930mm in width, and 1480mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2900mm, providing C-class space in a B-class size. There are 24 storage spaces in total, with the largest trunk volume reaching 430L, enough for 6 24-inch suitcases. The car also features humanized storage designs like phone holders on the seat backs, hooks on the B-pillars, and trunk hooks, allowing for organized storage of phones, handbags, and clothes.
Alpha S5, powered by Arctic Fox Smart OS, transforms the intelligent cockpit into four social spaces, catering to the preferences of modern consumers and creating a fun experience. The 68-inch AR-HUD in Alpha S5 offers movie viewing function, seamlessly connecting with the car’s screen, seats, ambient lights, and headlights, providing an immersive movie-watching experience. The “Arctic Fox Pure K” features a high-end karaoke library used in domestic KTVs, along with Arctic Fox exclusive karaoke microphones, creating a personalized Live house for karaoke enthusiasts. To meet the entertainment needs of gamers, Alpha S5 integrates the Migu gaming platform into the car’s system, along with two Arctic Fox game controllers, offering over 500 games for instant play. Specifically tailored is the 4D motion-sensing “Wild Racing 9”, which synchronizes with ambient lights and car air conditioning for an immersive racing experience, keeping players engaged.
Recently, in the global first “Heavy Truck Double Devil Pinch Collision” test conducted at the China Automotive Engineering Research Institute Automotive Safety Technology Center, the Alpha S5 successfully withstood the front and rear “pinch” of two trucks, completing a unique and highly difficult collision test, once again confirming that “quality is the most basic standard for a good car.” If “rolling price” has been the industry’s conventional thinking in recent years, then Alpha S5 has practiced a new way of “rolling technology” and “rolling experience,” bringing the previously high-end million-level luxury car experience down to earth for every user, setting a new value benchmark for pure electric cars under 200,000, and leading the industry back to the right path of “rolling quality.”