BAIC’s premium EV brand Arcfox is set to officially launch the Wendao V9 on May 27, 2026, marking the brand’s entry into the increasingly competitive premium MPV segment in China. Four trims have been confirmed with pre-order pricing of 229,900 – 296,900 yuan (approximately $31,720 – $40,980) — or 219,900 – 286,900 yuan after government subsidies. Built on the Polestar fully digital high-end architecture and equipped with Huawei Snow Owl intelligent silent range-extender, magnetorheological chassis, and Yuanjing full-scenario smart driving, the V9 is a clear shot across the bow of premium MPV incumbents like the Buick GL8 and Denza D9.
Exterior: ARC-FLOW Design Language
The Wendao V9 wears Arcfox’s ARC-FLOW design philosophy with the brand’s signature logo and a star-ring connected light bar at the front. Six paint options are available: Lingyun White, Xuanyan Black, Yunlan Grey, Modai Green, Xinghai Blue, and Haoyue Silver.
Side proportions are dominated by power-sliding doors paired with conventional door handles. A through-type tail-light bar at the rear includes an integrated blue smart-driving indicator that matches the front lighting signature.
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 5,300 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,850 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,200 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 360 L |
Interior: Enveloping Cabin With 21.4-inch Rear Screen
The wraparound cabin is dominated by an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster and a floating 15.6-inch central touchscreen. Depending on trim, the central display runs on either the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 or the flagship Snapdragon 8775 chip. Higher trims also gain a 21.4-inch rear entertainment display mounted to the headliner — a feature that meaningfully boosts second-row entertainment options for long family trips.
Interior color choices include Snow White, Danxia Brown, and Yayun Black.
Aviation-Style Second-Row Seats
The V9’s killer feature is its second row. The two independent zero-gravity captain’s chairs offer:
- 124° wide-angle recline
- 16-point massage
- Power leg-rest extension
- Graphene heating and ventilation
- Folding seat-back tray tables
- 11L on-board cooler/warmer (-6°C to +50°C)
For more on premium MPV launches in this space, see our preview of the BAIC Arx V9 launch on May 27, the V9’s sibling-brand launch.
Smart Driving: Yuanjing Full-Scenario System
The V9 ships with Arcfox’s Yuanjing intelligent driver-assistance system, supporting city + highway NOA functionality. The system also handles full-scenario auto-parking, including vertical, parallel, and angled slots — a strong fit for the MPV’s family-shuttle use case.
Powertrain: Huawei Snow Owl Range-Extender
Power comes from a Huawei-engineered range-extender system pairing a 1.5T combustion engine with an electric drive motor:
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Range Extender | 1.5T (118 kW) |
| Drive Motor | 227 kW |
| Peak Torque | 320 Nm |
| LFP Battery EV Range | 216 km (CLTC) |
| LFP Combined Range | 1,250 km |
| NMC Battery EV Range | 310 km (CLTC) |
| NMC Combined Range | 1,330 km |
Both battery options come from CATL. The lithium iron phosphate (LFP) version offers maximum value, while the nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery yields longer pure-electric range for daily city commutes.
Why the Wendao V9 Matters
The premium MPV segment in China has rapidly become the proxy battleground for who can build the most luxurious family vehicle. Arcfox arrives with three differentiators competitors will struggle to match individually: magnetorheological dampers (typically a 1-million-yuan feature), Huawei smart-driving DNA, and pricing well under the Denza D9 EV. Whether that’s enough to break into the M9-dominated 9-class arena depends on launch-day final pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Arcfox Wendao V9 launch?
The official launch is on May 27, 2026. Pre-orders have been open with pricing between 229,900 and 296,900 yuan (post-subsidy: 219,900 – 286,900 yuan).
What battery options does the V9 offer?
Two CATL-supplied options: a lithium iron phosphate pack with 216 km CLTC EV range, or a nickel-manganese-cobalt pack with 310 km CLTC EV range.
What is magnetorheological damping?
It is an advanced suspension technology that uses a magnetically responsive fluid to vary damping in milliseconds — historically used by Ferrari, Cadillac and Audi flagships for adaptive ride comfort.
How does the V9 compare to the Denza D9?</h3
The V9 starts roughly 100,000 yuan below the comparable Denza D9, includes magnetorheological dampers as standard, and pairs Huawei’s range-extender system with BAIC’s premium chassis engineering.
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