2026 ROX Adamas REV: 469 hp Off-Road Luxury SUV With 1,400 km Range

The 2026 ROX Adamas is the second model from China’s newest premium off-road brand, ROX Motor (which also makes the rugged ROX 01). Marketed under a Defender-meets-G-Wagen design language — complete with a tailgate-mounted spare wheel, vertical greenhouse, and squared-off body — the Adamas mates a 1.5-liter turbocharged generator to a dual-motor electric drivetrain producing 469 hp and 740 Nm, hitting 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds while delivering up to 1,405 km of combined CLTC range. With a starting price of ¥349,900 ($48,000) and pre-launch discounts dropping that to roughly $46,000, the Adamas is a far more affordable Chinese rival to the BYD Leopard 8 and the Lexus GX 550 segment.

Performance & Specs

Engine (generator)	1.5L Turbocharged
Front motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
Rear motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
Battery	44.5 kWh ternary lithium (CATL)
System power	350 kW / 469 hp

The Adamas uses a true range-extender (REV) architecture — the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine functions exclusively as a generator, while the dual electric motors handle all wheel-driving duties. Combined system output is 350 kW (469 hp) with 740 Nm of torque, giving the heavy off-road SUV a 5.5-second 0-100 km/h sprint and an electronically limited 190 km/h top speed. Pure electric range from the 44.5 kWh CATL ternary lithium battery is 215 km on the CLTC cycle, while the 70-liter fuel tank pushes combined range to 1,405 km. Fuel consumption in extender mode sits at 6.6 L/100 km, an excellent figure for a near-2,800 kg vehicle. Standard all-wheel drive with intelligent torque vectoring delivers serious off-road capability.

POWERTRAIN TYPE	Range-Extender Electric Vehicle (REV) AWD
SYSTEM POWER	469 hp (350 kW)
SYSTEM TORQUE	740 Nm
0-100 KM/H	5.5 s
TOP SPEED	190 km/h
BATTERY	44.5 kWh CATL ternary lithium
ELECTRIC RANGE	215 km (CLTC)
COMBINED RANGE	1,405 km (CLTC)
FUEL TANK	70 L
FUEL ECONOMY	6.6 L/100 km (extender mode)

Dimensions & Practicality

Length	5,050 mm
Width	1,985 mm
Height	1,856 mm
Wheelbase	3,010 mm
Curb weight	2,715 kg

At 5,050 mm long, 1,985 mm wide, and 1,856 mm tall, the Adamas plants itself firmly in the body-on-frame off-road luxury class. The 3,010 mm wheelbase gives all three rows of the 7-seat layout (with a 6-seat 2+2+2 alternative) genuine adult-sized legroom. Cargo capacity is a usable 346 liters behind the third row, expanding dramatically to 2,100 liters with the rearmost two rows folded. The standard 70-liter fuel tank, the 44.5 kWh battery in the underfloor, and a tailgate-mounted full-size spare wheel give the Adamas serious cross-country credentials. Air suspension delivers up to 240 mm of ground clearance in raised mode and adjustable damping for rough surfaces. The signature 21-inch alloys wrapped in 275/45 R21 off-road-rated tires sit beneath squared-off body cladding and a roof-rail-ready upper structure.

LENGTH	5,050 mm
WIDTH	1,985 mm
HEIGHT	1,856 mm
WHEELBASE	3,010 mm
CURB WEIGHT	2,715 kg
CARGO VOLUME	346 L (2,100 L seats folded)
SEAT LAYOUT	6 (2+2+2) or 7 (2+3+2)

Charging & Battery

The 44.5 kWh CATL ternary lithium battery accepts a healthy DC fast charge that takes the cells from 30% to 80% in roughly 20 minutes at compatible stations. Standard AC home charging at 6.6 kW completes a full top-up in approximately 6.4 hours, perfect for overnight charging at home. The 1.5-liter turbocharged engine acts purely as a generator when battery state-of-charge is depleted, allowing the Adamas to traverse remote off-road terrain where charging infrastructure is non-existent — a critical capability for a vehicle marketed at adventure-minded buyers.

BATTERY	44.5 kWh CATL ternary lithium
EV RANGE (CLTC)	215 km
COMBINED RANGE (CLTC)	1,405 km
AC CHARGING	6.6 kW (~6.4 h full charge)
DC FAST CHARGING	30–80% in ~20 min
FUEL TANK	70 L

Design & Interior

Visually, the Adamas is unapologetically retro-rugged. The squared-off greenhouse, vertical tailgate, exposed door hinges, body-color skid plates, and rear-mounted full-size spare wheel under a body-color cover all reference the classic Land Rover Defender and Mercedes G-Wagen formula. LED daytime running lights frame matrix-style adaptive headlights, and the front fascia features a functional grille with a prominent ROX wordmark badge. A 360-degree camera with parking sensors handles low-speed maneuvering. Inside, the cabin delivers premium luxury that the rugged exterior hints at: full Nappa leather upholstery with extensive quilted detailing, an Alcantara headliner, dual high-speed wireless charging pads, ambient lighting, a center-console refrigerator, and second-row captain’s chairs with full electric adjustment, ventilation, heating, and 8-point massage. A panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade floods the cabin with light. The dashboard centers on a triple-screen architecture with the central infotainment touchscreen, driver instrument cluster, and an optional augmented-reality head-up display.

Technology & Features

The Adamas runs on ROX Motor’s in-house infotainment platform with native smartphone integration, OTA software updates, and a digital key system. Standard equipment includes the 360-degree camera, ultrasonic parking sensors, dual 50W high-speed wireless charging pads in the front console, multi-zone climate control with a heat pump, and a premium multi-speaker audio system. Air suspension is standard with continuous damping control adjusting ride height by up to 60 mm and tuning damper firmness in real time. The infotainment system can be localized to English by export agencies even though the factory configuration ships in Chinese.

Safety & ADAS

Standard safety equipment includes Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance, and a high-resolution 360-degree surround-view camera. The body-on-frame chassis provides exceptional crash structure rigidity, and full curtain airbag coverage protects occupants across all three rows. The Adamas is built on ROX Motor’s flexible NEV platform, the same architecture underpinning the rugged ROX 01 SUV that has earned strong off-road reviews in Chinese media.

ADAS LEVEL	L2+ (Highway pilot, automated lane change)
ADAS FEATURES	AEB, ACC, LKA, BSM, RCTA, 360° Surround View Camera, Auto Park
AIRBAGS	Full three-row curtain coverage

Available Versions

VERSION	POWERTRAIN	SYSTEM POWER	BATTERY	EV RANGE	SEATS	PRICE
Standard	REV AWD	469 hp	44.5 kWh	215 km CLTC	6 or 7	¥349,900 (~$48,000)
Premium	REV AWD	469 hp	44.5 kWh	215 km CLTC	6 or 7	~¥370,000 (~$51,200)
Flagship	REV AWD	469 hp	44.5 kWh	215 km CLTC	6	~¥385,000 (~$53,000)

Pricing & Availability

ROX Motor launched the Adamas on December 28, 2025 with an official starting price of ¥349,900 ($48,000) and a pre-sale discount taking the entry-level seven-seater down to ¥334,900 ($46,000). The fully-loaded six-seat Flagship trim tops the lineup at approximately ¥385,000 ($53,000). Customer deliveries are underway across China, and ROX has confirmed export to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and parts of Southeast Asia. The brand is positioning the Adamas as a more affordable alternative to the BYD Leopard 8 and the established luxury body-on-frame SUVs at this price point.

How It Compares

The Adamas carves out an interesting position in the off-road luxury REV/PHEV segment. The BYD Leopard 8 is the obvious in-house Chinese rival with significantly more horsepower (680 hp vs 469 hp) and a more developed ecosystem, but it costs $10,000 more. GWM’s Tank 700 Hi4-T offers serious off-road credentials but its EV range and combined range are nowhere near the Adamas. Avatr’s AITO M9 EREV (badged Avatr Aito 9 in some markets) offers more pure-electric range and Huawei’s acclaimed ADS driver assistance, but at $17,000 more. The Adamas’ trump card is the rugged Defender-style design language combined with genuine luxury features — ottoman, refrigerator, Nappa leather, and 6-seat captain’s chair layout — at a price that significantly undercuts established rivals.