- Electric Vehicles
- Foton Motor
- Foton Fengjing Blue G5
Foton Fengjing Blue G5
- Drive Type: RWD
- Body Type: Light commercial van / minibus
- Self Driving:
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- Entry price of approximately $19,000 USD makes it one of the most affordable CATL-equipped electric vans in its class
- 280 km CLTC range (est. ~200 km real-world) covers typical urban daily duty cycles without mid-shift charging
- 7/9-seat configuration with optional third-row seating adds dual-use flexibility for passenger and light cargo operators
CONS
- DC peak charging rate unconfirmed; fast-charge capability cannot be independently verified against the 40-minute claim without official kW figures
- No confirmed export distribution to Nigeria, Kenya, or South Africa through official channels; availability in African markets is limited to grey-market import with no local after-sales or parts infrastructure
The Foton Fengjing Blue G5 — marketed in China as the 风景智蓝G5 — is a battery-electric light commercial van produced by Foton Motor (Beijing Foton Automobile Co.), a state-linked Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer. It sits in the entry-to-mid segment of China’s NEV light van category, offered in 6-seat cargo-commercial and 7/9-seat multi-purpose passenger configurations on a long-wheelbase, flat-roof body. Rear-wheel drive with a rear-mounted motor is the only drivetrain configuration. The Blue G5 is Foton’s purpose-built BEV derivative of the Fengjing G5 van line, positioned specifically for urban fleet and last-mile commercial operators.
The Blue G5 is available with two battery options — a 50.23 kWh CATL pack or a 53.58 kWh CATL pack — though usable capacity figures have not been officially disclosed. Declared range is 280 km under the CLTC cycle; WLTP-equivalent real-world range would be approximately 200–220 km. EPA figures are not published. AC slow charging is rated at approximately 5 hours for a full charge; DC fast charging is quoted at 0.67 hours (approximately 40 minutes), though the DC peak input rate (kW) has not been officially confirmed in available documentation. The motor output is rated at 116 PS.
Chinese launch pricing runs from RMB 138,600 to RMB 176,700 depending on trim and seat configuration, which translates to approximately $19,000–$24,500 USD, ₦30–39 million NGN, KES 2.5–3.2 million, or ZAR 342,000–441,000 at mid-2025 grey-market import rates (excluding duties and clearing costs). This vehicle suits urban small business operators, fleet managers running city logistics, and shuttle/hire operators in markets where short daily range cycles are the norm — not long-haul or intercity use. Within Foton’s own lineup, the Blue G5 sits above the smaller Elf E5 van and below the larger Toano (Tuyano) Grand-V EV. External rivals at comparable price and segment include the SAIC Maxus EV30 and the Dongfeng Fengxing M5 EV. The closest direct comparison for spec-and-price benchmarking is the SAIC Maxus EV80, which competes on payload capacity, passenger count, and CLTC range in the same commercial fleet bracket.
Foton Fengjing Blue G5 Photos
Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | Foton Fengjing Blue G5 (风景智蓝G5) |
| Generation | 2nd generation (Blue/EV derivative of G5 line) |
| Segment / Class | Light Commercial Van / Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| Available Trims / Variants | Commercial 6-seat (long axis flat roof); Passenger 7-seat; Passenger 9-seat |
| Powertrain Options | BEV only |
| Additional Notes | "Blue" (智蓝) denotes Foton's NEV sub-brand. No confirmed 2026 model year update; specs reflect 2024 production variant. |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | 2023 (current generation) |
| Launch Year | 2023 (China); 2026 model year |
| Availability Status | On sale in China |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Foton Motor (北汽福田汽车) |
| Country of origin | China |
| Assembly Country | China |
| Markets Available | China (domestic) |
| Grey Market Import | Available via grey-market export to Africa, Southeast Asia, and Middle East through third-party dealers |
| Base Price (USD) |
~$19,100 (RMB 138,600) ~$19,100–$24,400 (RMB 138,600–176,700) ≈ ₦30–39 million (grey market, duties excluded) ≈ KES 2.5–3.2 million (grey market, duties excluded) ≈ ZAR 342,000–441,000 (grey market, duties excluded) |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | 50.23 kWh or 53.58 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) |
| Battery Architecture | Standard voltage (not 800V) |
| Thermal Management | Liquid cooling |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | 280 km (CLTC) |
| Heat Pump | |
| Charging Time (10–80%) |
~5 hours (slow/AC) ~40 minutes (0.67 hrs) |
| Cell Brand | CATL (宁德时代) |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Motor Configuration | Single motor, rear-mounted |
| Rear Motor Output (kW / HP) | 85 kW / 116 PS |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 85 kW / 116 PS |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed, RWD |
| Launch Control | No |
| Overboost / Boost Mode | No |
| Torque Vectoring | No |
| Additional Notes | Performance focus is commercial utility, not driving dynamics. No AWD option. |
BODY
| Body Style | Light commercial van / minibus |
| Body Colour Options | Foton Fengjing G5 ladder/monocoque commercial van platform |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 5,245 × ~1,920 × ~2,000 mm (long axis flat roof) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | ~2,030 kg |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Front: Independent / Rear: Leaf spring |
| Brakes (Front / Rear) | Disc (front) / Drum (rear) |
| Sunroof | No |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | 2 (front) |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX) | Yes (confirmed for passenger variants) |
| Reversing Camera | Available (optional on some trims) |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Basic only |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 / 9 (trim dependent) |
| Seat Material | Fabric |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual adjustment |
| Power Seats | No |
| Seat Heating | No |
| Seat Ventilation | No |
| Massage Function | No |
| Climate Control | Manual A/C; rear independent A/C available |
| Steering Wheel | Standard, non-heated |
| Roof Type | Fixed flat roof |
| Ambient Lighting | No |
| Interior Rear-View Mirror | Anti-glare standard |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Parking Aids | Rear camera (optional) |
| Additional Notes | Second-row seats are independently movable. Third-row configuration is 2/3-seat split. Rear A/C vents standard on passenger trims. |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 8–12 inches (optional; size varies by trim) |
| Driver's Display (inches) | Analogue cluster with basic digital readout |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No |
| Rear Passenger Screen | No |
| Physical Controls | Yes — HVAC and basic vehicle controls |
| Additional Notes | Infotainment screen is optional, not standard across all trims. |
LIGHTING
| Headlight Type (LED/Matrix/Laser) | Halogen |
| Adaptive Headlights | No |
| Tail Light Design | Standard |
| Interior Ambient Lighting | No |
| Additional Notes | Lighting specification typical of entry commercial van segment. |
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Sound System Brand | Basic |
| Speaker Count | 2 (standard) |
| AM/FM/DAB Radio | Yes |
| Navigation System | Available via optional infotainment screen |
| USB Ports (count/type) | 2 × USB-A |
| Rear Entertainment | No |
| Additional Notes | Infotainment is functional-commercial grade, not a passenger car system. |
TECHNOLOGY
| Smartphone App Control | Available (Foton connected services) |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
| Remote Parking | No |
| Automatic Parking | No |
| Additional Notes | Technology package reflects commercial van priorities — connectivity features are minimal compared to passenger EVs at similar price points. |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | China only |
| Spare Parts Availability | Available in China; limited in Africa via grey-market channels |
| Import Duty Class | Light commercial vehicle (classification varies by country) |
| Insurance Category | Commercial vehicle |
| Additional Notes | Fleet buyers importing into Nigeria, Kenya, or South Africa should confirm parts sourcing and servicing capability with importer before purchase. |
Note
| Data Source | Autohome (autohome.com.cn), EV Motorwatt Database, ChinaNEV, GeekNEV, Accio.com trade listings |
| Last Updated | June 2026 |
| Editor's Note | No official 2026 model year specification release has been confirmed by Foton at time of publication. This sheet reflects the 2024 production variant. Update pending official announcement. |
Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
Top EV
