Is the Wuling Hongguang considered a minivan?
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Wuling Hongguang is considered a minivan. It is the first self-developed crossover product between commercial vehicles and passenger vehicles launched by SAIC-GM-Wuling. The product features a sleek exterior design, a diverse and practical spacious cabin, and a 2+2+3 seating layout. In terms of body dimensions, the Wuling Hongguang measures 4390mm in length, 1660mm in width, and 1750mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2720mm. Exterior-wise, the Wuling Hongguang adopts the currently very popular dual-U front face design and a three-dimensional vertical waterfall-style chrome grille, which not only makes the front look more stylish and dynamic but also inherits some characteristics of the GM vehicle series.
A driver with ten years of experience in Huolala (a logistics platform) tells you that the Wuling Hongguang can indeed be considered a van. I've seen too many of them—back seats removed to haul construction materials, iron frames welded on the roof to deliver refrigerators—that's how they're used. The Hongguang's rear-wheel-drive chassis is high, and the cargo space is square and roomy, capable of carrying a ton of goods without breaking a sweat. Last time at the wholesale market, I saw twenty Hongguangs lined up to load goods, their cabins packed with fruit boxes and woven bags tied to the roof—a standard workhorse setup. However, the newer models now have car-like interiors and run quieter, but at their core, they're still meant for hauling.
