The ROX 01 is a rugged, Defender-style extended-range family SUV from ROX Motor, offered in either six- or seven-seat form with a 1,362 km combined range and a genuinely serious off-road spec sheet. On a dealer-floor walkaround, the seven-seat version showed off a full-size spare tyre mounted on the tailgate, a hydraulic cargo opener, and over 200 mm of ground clearance — credentials the reviewer specifically pitched as a genuine, more affordable rival to the pricier BYD Leopard 8. ROX's China list prices run from CNY 299,900 (~$44,987) for the Standard Range seven-seater to CNY 359,900 (~$53,987) for the Long Range six-seater, across four versions.
Performance & Specs
Every single ROX 01 trim uses a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine as a range-extender generator, paired with an electric drivetrain producing 350 kW (476 PS / 469 hp) and 740 Nm of torque, good for a 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time and a 190 km/h top speed — genuinely quick for a body-on-frame-style off-roader this size. Buyers choose between a 44.5 kWh or 58.4 kWh battery pack, with CLTC-rated EV-only range of 215 km or 300 km respectively, and total combined range reaching 1,362 km across all trims once the range-extender engine is factored in. Notably, the combined-range figure stays consistent at 1,362 km across both battery options, so buyers picking the smaller, cheaper 44.5 kWh pack aren't sacrificing overall road-trip range, only the amount of driving they can do on electricity alone before the engine needs to contribute.
| Powertrain | EREV (1.5T range-extender) |
|---|---|
| Power | 350 kW (476 PS / 469 hp) |
| Torque | 740 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 s |
| Battery | 44.5 kWh or 58.4 kWh |
| Range | 215-300 km EV / 1,362 km total |
| POWERTRAIN TYPE | Extended-range electric (EREV) |
|---|---|
| HORSEPOWER | 350 kW (476 PS / 469 hp) |
| TOP SPEED | 190 km/h |
| BATTERY | 44.5 kWh or 58.4 kWh |
| ELECTRIC RANGE | 215-300 km (CLTC) |
| COMBINED RANGE | 1,362 km (CLTC) |
Dimensions & Practicality
| Length | 5,295 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,869 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mm |
At 5,295 mm long on a 3,010 mm wheelbase, the 7-seat version rides on chunky 275/45 R21 tyres with ground clearance the reviewer estimated at "over 200 mm" — genuinely off-road-capable for a family SUV this large. Cargo space is rated at 535 litres, accessed via the hydraulic tailgate, with the third row folding manually rather than power-assisted. At 186 cm tall, the reviewer reported no issues with third-row headroom but flagged legroom back there as "a bit congested" — an honest trade-off worth knowing about before assuming this is a genuinely spacious three-row hauler. A 70-litre fuel tank backs the range-extender system, with engine-only consumption rated at 6.7 L/100 km.
Charging & Battery
Both the 44.5 kWh and 58.4 kWh battery options support DC fast charging, reaching approximately 80% in about 20 minutes, which is quick enough to top up over a coffee break rather than a full meal stop; a standard AC charger takes roughly 6.8 hours for a full charge overnight. That's a reasonably quick DC charging figure for an EREV this size, though the smaller EV-only range (215-300 km) means most owners will lean on the range-extender engine for anything beyond city driving.
| BATTERY | 44.5 kWh or 58.4 kWh |
|---|---|
| AC CHARGING | ~6.8 hours (full charge) |
| DC FAST CHARGING | ~20 min to 80% |
| FUEL TANK | 70 L |
Design & Interior
The walkaround car wore a glossy black finish with full LED taillights, a rugged rear bumper step, and the tailgate-mounted spare wheel that gives the ROX 01 its boxy, Defender-adjacent silhouette. Up front, LED headlights with separate high and low beams and a functional-looking front skid element reinforce the off-road styling, while the multi-spoke black alloy wheels lean more toward on-road presence than pure trail-ready knuckle-dusters. Inside, the cabin uses a cream-and-black two-tone leather treatment, with individually adjustable seat vent/heating and massage controls confirmed on the rear captain's chairs, plus a panoramic glass roof with a power sunshade that the reviewer demonstrated closing fully during the walkaround. A raptor-style multi-function steering wheel, power adjustment, wireless charger, and a flip-open cup holder round out the front cabin details, and the overhead console houses a dedicated SOS emergency-call button alongside the sunroof controls.
Technology & Features
As of this walkaround, the ROX 01's software interface wasn't fully functional on the demonstrator unit, though the reviewer stated an English-language interface is available and buyers won't need to worry about a Chinese-only system. The cabin includes a wireless phone charger, multiple USB ports, and a straightforward physical-button layout for climate and seat controls alongside the central touchscreen.
Safety & ADAS
The ROX 01 comes equipped with a 360-degree camera system for parking and off-road visibility, along with front and rear parking sensors. The reviewer didn't detail a specific LiDAR or advanced highway-autonomy package on this unit, suggesting the ADAS suite here is more focused on visibility and parking assistance than cutting-edge autonomous driving features.
| ADAS FEATURES | 360° camera, front/rear parking sensors |
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Pricing & Availability
The ROX 01 has four versions in China. The Standard Range (44.5 kWh) costs CNY 299,900 (~$44,987) as a seven-seater and CNY 309,900 (~$46,487) as a six-seater, and the Long Range (58.4 kWh) costs CNY 349,900 (~$52,487) and CNY 359,900 (~$53,987) respectively. Export dealers quote their own prices, which are not official. The reviewer's export team stated the car is ready to ship right away, with no unusual delays or pending paperwork cited. ROX's newer Adamas, a facelift of the 01 that launched in China on 28 December 2025 at CNY 349,900-359,900, has since taken over the top of the range. ROX has not confirmed an official European or North American retail launch as of November 2026, though this specific export channel offers direct shipping from the manufacturer.
How It Compares
The reviewer's own framing is the most useful comparison here: against the BYD Leopard 8, which currently can't be exported at all, the ROX 01 undercuts it by over $28,000 while still delivering genuine off-road capability and strong power, even if it trails the Leopard 8's 671 hp by a meaningful margin. Against the Li Auto L8 and AVATR 07 REV — both more conventional crossover-styled EREVs aimed squarely at family duty rather than trail use — the ROX 01's rugged, body-on-frame-adjacent styling and rear-mounted spare tyre are the clearest differentiators, appealing to buyers who want genuine off-road presence rather than just tall-riding SUV proportions with none of the substance.
- 469 hp and genuine off-road hardware (200mm+ clearance, rear spare tyre) undercut the BYD Leopard 8 by over $28,000
- 1,362 km combined range and quick 20-minute DC fast charging to 80%
- Ready to export now, without the pre-launch delays affecting some rival fresh releases
- Third-row legroom is genuinely tight for taller adult passengers despite adequate headroom
- Software interface wasn't fully functional on the demonstrator unit at the time of this walkaround
The ROX 01 is a genuinely credible off-road-styled EREV SUV at a price that undercuts flashier, harder-to-buy rivals like the BYD Leopard 8 by a wide margin, while still delivering 469 hp and a genuinely long combined range for family road trips. It's for buyers who want real off-road presence — rear spare tyre, high ground clearance, rugged styling — without paying flagship money, and who can live with a tighter third row than the exterior dimensions might suggest. As a value-focused alternative to pricier off-road EREVs currently locked out of export, the ROX 01 is worth serious consideration.
