[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/chinas-electric-super-car\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/chinas-electric-super-car\/","headline":"CHINA’S ELECTRIC SUPER CAR","name":"CHINA’S ELECTRIC SUPER CAR","description":"Electric car technology is still steadily progressing along; we\u2019ve moved from early morning milk floats (if you\u2019re old enough to remember) barely capable of walking speed to the Nissan Leaf available for around \u00a320,000 and with a top speed of around 90mph. We\u2019ve also progressed rapidly with regards to battery range. I remember the initial introduction of the Leaf also introduced a new and very commonly asked question: How far can it go before needing to recharge, with prospective customers […]","datePublished":"2016-04-27","dateModified":"2016-04-27","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/arcfox_7_34.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/arcfox_7_34.jpg","height":675,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/chinas-electric-super-car\/","about":["SUPERCARS"],"wordCount":421,"keywords":["Arcfox 7","Chinese Supercar"],"articleBody":"Electric car technology is still steadily progressing along; we\u2019ve moved from early morning milk floats (if you\u2019re old enough to remember) barely capable of walking speed to the Nissan Leaf available for around \u00a320,000 and with a top speed of around 90mph.We\u2019ve also progressed rapidly with regards to battery range. I remember the initial introduction of the Leaf also introduced a new and very commonly asked question: How far can it go before needing to recharge, with prospective customers worried about running out of power with nowhere to top up. Those initial estimates of around 100mph (if lucky) have been superseded by the likes of Tesla with, in comparison, staggering ranges upwards of 260 miles.Now, as time moves on, more and more manufacturers are bringing us electric supercars and the latest intriguing model to appear in this relatively new genre is the Arcfox-7.The BAIC Arcfox-7 is actually more than just a concept; it is, by all accounts, due to go on sale in China this year \u2013 yes, that\u2019s 2016.Inspiration for the 2-seater Arcfox-7 has come from Formula E single seat racers and it has a performance to match. In fact, it makes the early incarnations of the Leaf look like a milk float and packs some pretty incredible specs; like a 0-62mph of less than 3 seconds and a reputed top speed of 162mph.You might think that the Arcfox-7\u2019s range might suffer as a result of all this impressive power, but to be fair, an average range of 186 miles isn\u2019t too bad a compromise \u2013 if indeed it could even be classed as a compromise.If you\u2019re looking for comparisons, I guess The Arcfox-7 is probably competing mostly with the \u00a349,000 Tesla Model S, a car that will get you from 0-62mph in just under 3 seconds and has a top speed of 155mph. Though both cars look strikingly different.The Arcfox-7 has a carbon fibre body and a kerb-weight of 1,755kg, while the battery pack is a 6.6Kw unit and the electric motor is capable of 603bhp. Carbon ceramic brakes will no doubt handle stopping very efficiently.The Arcfox-7 is set to become the flagship electric model from BAIC, which will also offer the far less exciting looking Arcfox-1 open-top electric car at the lower end of their range.No pricing as yet, but if the Arcfox-7 is indeed due to hit the streets this year, I wouldn\u2019t think there would be too long to wait. Images: carscoops.com, topgear.com"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Supercars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"CHINA’S ELECTRIC SUPER CAR","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/supercars\/chinas-electric-super-car\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]