Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO

The Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO has carved out a new niche in the 100,000-yuan level pure electric vehicle market with its unique compact SUV positioning and electric sliding door design. This model was officially launched in August 2024.

Boasting a 500km CLTC range and an L2-level intelligent driving assistance system, it has become the ideal choice for family users who prioritize practicality and safety.

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO SPECS

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO: Exterior Design

The Arcfox Koala S PRO inherits the Arcfox family design language while incorporating more practical considerations for family usage scenarios. The body dimensions are 4500/1870/1655mm, with a wheelbase reaching 2820mm, a figure that surpasses most competitors in its class.

• Unique Sliding Door Design: The most striking feature of the Koala S PRO is its right-side electric sliding door design, with an opening width of 650mm. Combined with a low step height of 340mm, it facilitates easy entry and exit for the elderly and children, making it particularly suitable for parents carrying babies.
• Stylish Exterior Elements: The front fascia features a closed grille design, highlighting its new energy identity. The upper part of the segmented headlight clusters on both sides consists of slim daytime running lights, giving a cute appearance. The body side employs a short overhang, long wheelbase design, paired with hidden door handles and low-drag wheels, achieving both aesthetics and practicality.
• Refined Rear Design: The rear features a through-type taillight design, with U-shaped elements echoing the front fascia. The illuminated ARCFOX badge on the tailgate enhances brand recognition.

In terms of exterior design, the Koala S PRO successfully combines the sporty feel of an SUV with the practicality of an MPV, meeting the multi-functional requirements of family users.

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO: Interior & Configuration

The interior of the Arcfox Koala S PRO adopts a fresh design primarily using a white color scheme, accented with black trim, creating a warm and comfortable family cabin atmosphere. The interior offers three color schemes: Starry Violet, Soft Pink, and Pearl Gray, catering to the aesthetic preferences of different family members.

• Smart Cockpit Configuration: The PRO version is equipped with a 10.25-inch full LCD instrument cluster and a 14.6-inch floating central control screen. The infotainment system uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, supporting four-zone voice recognition, “see and say” functionality, and voiceprint recognition.
• Practical Space Design: The front center console features a pass-through design, creating a large storage compartment while also allowing easy movement for front passengers. The cabin adopts a 2+3, 5-seat layout. The distance between front and rear occupants reaches 1025mm, and the interior height is 1245mm, providing ample legroom for all occupants.
• Comfort Features: The PRO version specifically adds heated and ventilated functions for the driver’s seat, as well as convenient configurations like a power tailgate and power-folding/heated/auto-folding (upon lock) exterior mirrors, enhancing daily comfort.

Furthermore, Arcfox Koala S creates an ultra-clean cabin that is nearly free of formaldehyde and benzene, equipped with baby-friendly skin-friendly interior materials and non-silver ion organic antibacterial agents, providing extra protection for family health.

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO: Powertrain & Performance

The Arcfox Koala S PRO is equipped with a front-mounted single electric motor system, delivering a maximum power of 120kW (approximately 163 horsepower) and a peak torque of 240 N·m. This powertrain configuration is sufficient to meet the demands of various family driving scenarios.

• Range Performance: It is equipped with a 58.8 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack from CATL, achieving a CLTC comprehensive range of 500 km. Energy consumption is 14.7 kWh per 100 km. It supports DC fast charging, with a charging time from 30% to 80% taking only 26 minutes.
• Practical Functions: The PRO version adds a 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load (V2L) function, allowing connection of devices like induction cooktops or electric kettles during camping. It also supports vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) charging.
• Driving Experience: The Arcfox Koala S PRO has a top speed of 160 km/h. The official 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 11 seconds, and 0-50 km/h acceleration is 4.37 seconds, providing responsive starts in urban conditions. The vehicle also supports one-pedal driving mode, an energy recovery system, and multiple drive mode selections (Eco, Standard/Comfort, Custom/Individual).

Regarding the powertrain, the Arcfox Koala S PRO focuses on the practicality of daily use and range reliability rather than extreme performance, which fully aligns with its family vehicle positioning.

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO: Intelligent Driving

The most significant upgrade in the Arcfox Koala S PRO version compared to the AIR version is the L2-level intelligent driving assistance system, providing comprehensive safety protection for family trips.

• Cruise and Lane Control: The PRO version is equipped with a Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control system, supporting automatic following within a 0-130 km/h speed range. It also includes Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Centering functions, which can automatically correct the driving trajectory.
• Safety Warning Functions: The system includes Lane Departure Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking / Active Safety System, and Forward Collision Warning, capable of identifying potential dangers and issuing alerts promptly.
• Surround View System: The PRO version is upgraded to a 360-degree surround view monitor, utilizing 5 cameras and 4 ultrasonic radar sensors to create an all-around field of view, significantly improving parking convenience and safety.

The addition of the intelligent driving system makes the Arcfox Koala S PRO a reliable companion for family travel, especially suitable for families with infants and young children, and users who frequently undertake long-distance drives.

Arcfox Koala S 2024 PRO: Safety & Protection

The Arcfox Koala S PRO incorporates extensive safety considerations in its design, ensuring the safety of family members through aspects ranging from body structure to intelligent safety systems.

• Body Structure Safety: The body utilizes a safety design where high-strength steel accounts for 62.1% of the application, hot-formed steel strength reaches 1500MPa, and the body torsional stiffness is 37,400 Nm/deg. This effectively disperses impact forces in collision scenarios, protecting the integrity of the passenger cabin.
• Child-Specific Safety: As a model focused on family travel, the Arcfox Koala S is equipped with a camera specifically configured for children in the rear seats, allowing the driver (e.g., the mother) to check on the child at any time. Additionally, the doors feature an anti-pinch design, automatically retracting upon encountering resistance when closing to prevent pinching a baby’s hands.
• Intelligent Safety Reminders: The infotainment system features functions specifically designed for mothers and babies, such as pregnancy check-up reminders for expectant mothers, demonstrating deep consideration for family users.

The safety philosophy of the Arcfox Koala S PRO extends beyond passive protection to active care and intelligent warnings, truly achieving comprehensive protection for family users.