Quality Beyond Expectations, Efficiency Beyond Compare!
With over 90 years of expertise in the commercial vehicle market, Sinotruk continues to expand its product portfolio, leading industry innovation and development with pioneering designs. Once again, it sets a new benchmark in the light bus industry with a scenario-oriented and high-end product. On December 8, the Sinotruk 2025 Partner Conference commenced at the Jinan International Convention and Exhibition Center. The “All-Scenario, Superior Wide-Body Light Bus” Vanguard V was unveiled, emphasizing the concepts of “all-scenario coverage, full technical roadmap, and comprehensive superiority.” The series includes six models: Business Travel Edition, Multi-Function Edition, Cargo Edition, Route Edition, Basic Edition for Special Vehicles, and Premium Business Edition.
The new vehicle embodies the concept of “Surpassing the Competition” and is crafted as a “heptagonal warrior” in the light bus sector, delivering unmatched aesthetics, power, cost-efficiency, loading capacity, safety, comfort, and intelligence. Senior executives of Sinotruk, partners, and over 100 media representatives attended the grand event to witness the dazzling debut of the Vanguard V.
Diverse Innovation Drives Empowerment: The Vanguard V Stands Out
After years of dedicated development, the Vanguard V emerges as a new category for Sinotruk. With an extended period of technical accumulation, extensive R&D investment, and thorough market research, it incorporates fresh insights into the light bus industry, from brand identity to hardware technology. The brand DNA, “Quality Beyond Expectations, Efficiency Beyond Compare,” drives Vanguard V to lead the industry with high-efficiency products that offer superior quality to users.
Design Excellence: Beauty is Productivity
The superior quality of Vanguard V is evident in its design. Drawing inspiration from interstellar exploration and adopting the concept of stellar aesthetics, its innovative design features a star array grille, star flame turn signals, star trail waistline, and starship cockpit. Breaking away from traditional light bus designs, it introduces trendy elements to meet diverse aesthetic preferences with a concise, sleek, and elegant style.
Exceptional Power Performance
Equipped with the Weichai WP2H 2.0T diesel engine, Vanguard V integrates six advanced technologies, including high-efficiency clean combustion, high strength, low emissions, low friction, low noise, and modularity. With a maximum power output of 115 kW and a peak torque of 400 N·m—the only vehicle in its class to reach this torque level—it surpasses industry standards by 12%-18%. Its real-world fuel consumption is 6.77 L per 100 km, 13% lower than competitors, saving over 5,000 RMB in fuel annually (based on 80,000 km per year). With a maintenance interval of up to one year or 20,000 km, it ensures robust performance and cost efficiency for users.
Evolving Usage Scenarios Drive Transformation
As usage scenarios expand, light buses have transcended their role as mere transportation tools, shifting toward passenger-oriented, quality-centric solutions. Leveraging advanced NVH control technology, Vanguard V boasts the best NVH indicators in its class, with an idle noise level of just 46 decibels, providing an exceptionally quiet ride. The Business Travel Edition is the only domestic light bus equipped with a rear multi-link suspension system, featuring the highest-level five-link suspension for MPV-level comfort. Paired with class-exclusive 17-inch tires and a total weight capacity of 3.5 tons, it balances comfort and load capacity.
Safety Redefined
Meeting European safety collision standards, the Vanguard V adopts an integrated cage body structure, with over 55% high-strength steel usage. The vehicle’s body bending and torsional rigidity exceed competitors by 20%-30%, achieving a torsional rigidity of 19,159 Nm/°. These features significantly enhance safety, reliability, handling, and NVH performance. Additional highlights include adjustable headlights with optimal brightness and beam width, the class-exclusive standard LED taillights, and a braking distance of just 49.36 meters at full load from 100 km/h. Advanced safety systems such as EPB and the widest 235 mm tires in the class ensure unparalleled safety and reliability.
“Six Arrows” Forge Ahead: A New Chapter for All-Scenario Vehicles
Designed with real-world applications in mind, the six variants of Vanguard V cater to diverse market needs through user-centric design.
- Business Travel Edition: Features a class-leading 12.3-inch dual-screen display with a high-computing central integrated host, supporting 10-second quick startup, intelligent voice interaction, smartphone connectivity, and multiple mainstream apps. Its superior suspension, advanced seats, and noise insulation redefine driving and riding experiences.
- Multi-Function Edition: Offers flexible seating configurations (5/6/7/9 seats), a 7-inch LCD instrument cluster, intelligent remote keys, and features for seamless transitions between business and leisure use.
- Cargo Edition: The medium wheelbase, medium roof variant boasts a maximum load capacity of 8.8 m³, with optimized space utilization and efficient loading/unloading features.
The cargo version’s mid-axle, mid-roof model offers a loading capacity of up to 8.8m³. Its boxy design maximizes space efficiency, boasting the highest “utilization rate” in its class. The rear doors can open at 90° or 180°, and the floor and step ground clearance is low. With a flat cargo floor at the rear, loading and unloading are made much easier. A low-roof variant is also available, with a total height of 2090mm, allowing effortless entry into 2.1m parking garages. This makes it an efficient and profitable choice for operators seeking an optimal operational solution.
The coach version is equipped with BC/CD pillar flush sliding windows, front and rear air conditioning for heating and cooling, and enhanced driving comfort. It features the Bosch ESP9.3 body stability system, coupled with advanced driver-assistance technologies rarely seen in light commercial vehicles, such as Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), and Blind Spot Detection (BSD). These technological advancements elevate the driving experience significantly.
The basic version for specialized vehicles provides two chassis options: multi-link independent suspension and leaf spring suspension, allowing greater adaptability for modifications. With a three-seat layout and spacious cargo area, it offers diverse possibilities for customization. It comes with a 7-inch LCD instrument panel, ultra-fiber-wrapped steering wheel, smart remote key, cruise control, remote central locking, and one-touch start for convenience. Optional BC/CD pillar flush sliding windows and a rear single-cold air conditioner, rear heater, business-style interior side panels, and roof lining make vehicle usage even more personalized.
The business version, with its more executive-oriented exterior design, ingenious interior layout, and high-end luxurious configurations, creates a “mobile first-class cabin” experience, enhancing passenger comfort and overall user satisfaction.
Breaking the Boundaries of Commercial Vehicles, Leading the Evolution of Light Commercial Value
Driven by the personalized and youthful demands of users, Vanguard V strives to deliver finely tailored products for every customer, offering specialized and customized solutions. From high-end business scenarios to everyday logistics in the streets and alleys, the versatile “Van” models are limitless. The Vanguard V disrupts the traditional boundaries of light commercial vehicles by enriching the product spectrum and broadening the vehicle’s functions and uses. The foundational models are designed with expandable chassis and offer versatile option packages, making customization more economical, convenient, and varied.
From model extensions to scenario-based and specialized customizations, Vanguard V spans multiple fields, offering camper vans, ambulances, engineering vehicles, service vehicles, refrigerated trucks, and executive cars. These models cater to diverse scenarios like travel, emergency response, business, and logistics. Whether it’s for a livelihood or leisure, Vanguard V collaborates with users to create their ideal lifestyle with boundless possibilities.
In its long history of vehicle manufacturing, Sinotruk has consistently forged ahead with solid system strengths, becoming a pioneer in the commercial vehicle industry. The launch of Vanguard V marks a new starting point in the light commercial vehicle market. Sinotruk aims to continuously strengthen its capabilities, adopt a user-centric approach, and accelerate market expansion. With higher quality and a bold stance, Sinotruk will deliver top-tier light commercial vehicles and, with the spirit of a pioneer, join hands with users to embark on a brand-new journey.
