Vietnam-based EV manufacturer VinFast has filed a design patent in India for its EC Van. The filing indicates that the company is evaluating the model for the Indian market. Details of the patent surfaced, adding the EC Van to the list of VinFast products under consideration for India. Earlier, the company had filed patents for other electric vehicles as part of its expansion plans.
VinFast EC Van: Dimensions and Cargo Capacity
The VinFast EC Van measures 3,767 mm in length, 1,680 mm in width and 1,790 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2,520 mm. The cargo bay measures 1,450 mm in length, 1,470 mm in width and 1,220 mm in height. Total loading volume is approximately 2,600 litres. The van offers a payload capacity of 650 kg. Ground clearance is rated at 165 mm and the turning radius stands at 5.1 metres.
VinFast EC Van: Exterior Design Details
The EC Van has a tall and box-shaped structure designed for cargo use. The front section features an upright fascia, compact bonnet and polygon-shaped headlamp housings. The brand logo connects the headlamps at the centre.
It rides on 14-inch wheels fitted with 175/80 tyres. The side profile includes flared wheel arches and protective body panels. Other visible elements include body-coloured door handles, large rear-view mirrors and a flat roofline. At the rear, the van gets horizontally positioned tail lamps, a flat tailgate and a simple bumper layout.
VinFast EC Van: Market Positioning and Rivals
In its home market, the EC Van is offered in colour options such as Gold, White, Red and Green. The vehicle is intended for cargo and logistics use, including small businesses and delivery operations.
If introduced in India, the EC Van could compete with the Maruti Suzuki Eeco in the entry-level van segment. The Eeco is priced from Rs 5.20 lakh (ex-showroom) and is widely used for both passenger and cargo applications. As of now, VinFast has not officially confirmed the launch timeline for the EC Van in India.
Maruti Suzuki Eeco dimensions:
- Length: 3,675 mm
- Width: 1,475 mm
- Height: 1,825 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,350 mm
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Turning Radius: 4.5 metres
Compared to the Eeco, the EC Van is longer and wider, and it has a longer wheelbase. However, the Eeco is slightly taller and offers a tighter turning radius.
