The DFSK C-Series is a range of mini trucks and microvans manufactured by the Chinese automaker Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK), a joint venture between Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd. and Chongqing Sokon Industry. The microvan models were first unveiled on September 21, 2009,[2] whereas the mini truck models were launched later. The microvan is available in three different models, the C35 (cargo van), the C36 (entry-level passenger van), and the C37 (passenger van). While the mini truck is available in four different models, the single cab models are being the C31 and C51, while the double cab models were the C32 and C52.

Dongfeng Sokon C-Series
Dongfeng Sokon C37
Overview
Manufacturer	Dongfeng Xiaokang
Also called	DFSK C31 DFSK C32 DFSK C35 DFSK C36 DFSK C37 DFSK C51 DFSK C52 DFSK EC31 DFSK EC35 DFSK EC36 DFSK Gelora (Indonesia, van only) DFSK Super Fuwin (Taiwan, truck only) DFSK KingCab (Taiwan, truck only) Dongfeng Ruitaite EM16 CAM EC35 (Malaysia, van only)[1] Bahman Inroads (Iran)
Production	2009-present
Assembly	China (DFSK) Taiwan (FAC) Indonesia: Serang, Banten (Sokonindo Automobile) Iran: Tehran (Bahman Group)
Body and chassis
Class	Mini truck Microvan
Body style	2-door pickup 4-door pickup 4/5-door van
Powertrain
Engine	1.2 L DK13 I4 (petrol) 1.2 L DK12-05 I4 (petrol) 1.2 L SFD12B I4 (diesel) 1.4 L DK13-06 I4 (petrol) 1.5 L DK15-06 I4 (petrol)
Electric motor	60 kW (80 hp) 200 N⋅m (150 lb⋅ft) synchronous motor
Transmission	5-speed manual
Battery	42 kWh lithium-ion battery
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,050 mm (120.1 in)
Length	4,500 mm (177.2 in) (C35, C36, C37) 4,730 mm (186.2 in) (C31) 4,940 mm (194.5 in) (C32) 4,965 mm (195.5 in) (C51, C52)
Width	1,655 mm (65.2 in) (C32) 1,680 mm (66.1 in) (C35, C36, C37) 1,720 mm (67.7 in) (C51, C52) 1,755 mm (69.1 in) (C31)
Height	1,910 mm (75.2 in) (C32) 1,960 mm (77.2 in) (C31, C35, C36, C37, C51, C52)
Chronology
Predecessor	Dongfeng Sokon V-Series

Overview

The C-Series models are larger and more roomier with a longer wheelbase compared to the K-Series and V-Series models. The pricing ranges from RMB 46,900 to 59,800 yuan. The design of the C35, C36, and C37 vans are more controversial than the pickup trucks, as the front fascia and the side window graphics heavily resemble the facelifted third generation Ford Transit.

Van model variants

The C35 represents the cargo van, and was launched in the second half of 2012 and features steel-sealed windows on the side and the tailgate. It is available with two variants, a traditional panel van with two seats and a crew van with five seats.

The C36 represents the entry-level passenger van with a low starting price. As the base trim, the C36 lacks some basic features, such as front fog lights, air conditioning, airbags, and features steel wheels instead of alloys. The C36 is available with two seating configurations, either a 5-seater or a 7-seater.

The C37 represents the mid-level passenger van, which includes the aforementioned features that are not present on the entry-level C36. Unlike the C36, the C37 is available with four seating configurations, depending on each market, this includes a 5-seater, a 7-seater, a 9-seater, or a 11-seater.

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  Sokon C35 panel van
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  Sokon C37 (front)
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  Sokon C37 (rear)

The C56 is the facelift variant sold from 2022. The facelift features a completely redesigned front end that sports horizontal headlamps and grilles.

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  Sokon C56 van

Pickup model variants

The pickup models feature a completely different cab design with nothing shared with the van models despite being sold under the C-Series range, while the headlamps and grilles are shared with the DFSK K-Series microvans. The single cab model was sold in Taiwan as the Sokon Gold Fulwin (金稳发) while the crew cab model was sold as the Grand Fulwin (大稳发) in Taiwan.

The C31 represents the single-cab pickup truck, which seats up to two passengers

The C32 represents the double-cab pickup truck with full 4-doors, it seats up to five passengers.

The C51 and C52 are essentially enlarged versions of the C31 and C32, both are slightly larger than the C31 and C32, offering with more cabin and cargo space.

The D-series heavy duty variant is based on the C-series pickup. Variants include the D51 and D52.

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  Sokon C31 in Napoli
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  Sokon C31 chassis truck
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  Sokon C32
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  Sokon D51

Slightly upmarket and larger pickup variants were introduced in 2022 with completely restyled cab designs called the C71 and C72. The C71 represents the single-cab pickup truck, which seats up to two passengers The C72 represents the double-cab pickup truck with full 4-doors, it seats up to five passengers.

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  Sokon C72 double-cab pickup truck

Ruichi electric vans

The electric versions of the C31, C35, and C36, known respectively as the EC31, EC35, and EC36 were unveiled in 2018 and sometimes sold under the Ruichi (瑞驰）badging. The EC35 is equipped with a 41.4 kWh battery delivering a range of 233 km (146 miles) via NEDC testing. The battery pack of the Ruichi EC35 electric van weighs 400 kg (882 lbs) and has a system voltage of 320 V.[3] The EC31, EC35, and EC36 uses a single electric motor with a 42 kWh battery pack, which produces 60 kilowatts (80 hp) and 200 newton-metres (150 lb⋅ft) of torque.

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  Ruichi EC31 fleet
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  Ruichi EC35

International markets

United Kingdom

The C31, C32, C35 and C37 are also available in the United Kingdom since 2017.[4] The brand was originally launched in the UK in 2012 but sales under the previous distributor ended before 2016.[5]

Indonesia

In March 2020, the DFSK C-Series vans entered the Indonesian market under a different name, the DFSK Gelora, it is unveiled at the 2020 Gaikindo Indonesia International Commercial Vehicle Expo and is expected to be built locally at DFSK's Cikande plant in Banten. It is available in two variants, a passenger van based on the C36 and C37 and a panel van based on the C35, both models were powered by a conventional 1.5-litre petrol engine. The passenger van is only available with one seating configuration as standard, a 11-seater. An electric version of the Gelora is also available in both variants in a form of the Gelora E. Like the EC35 and EC36, the Gelora E is powered by a single electric motor.[6][7][8][9] The Gelora E was launched at the 28th Indonesia International Motor Show on April 15, 2021. The Gelora E will be used as an operational car for the 2022 G20 Summit in Bali, Indonesia.[10]

Romania

The DFSK EC35 Cargovan is available in Romania from the "NEW CAR TRADING S.R.L." importer, located in Harghita County.[11]

References

External links

• Official website (C31 and C32)
• Official website (C35 and C36)
• Official website (C37)
• Official website (C51 and C52)
• Official website (EC36)