Foton Motor Philippines, Inc. (FMPI) has built quite a reputation in the country, more evidently in the local commercial vehicle (CV) segment. The Chinese car brand embraces the top spot in the Category IV (6-wheeler trucks), while maintaining the top three spot in the overall truck sales for 2021 so far.
The Tornado Series provided dependable mobility to local businesses
There are various factors to consider as to how FMPI managed to accomplish the said feat. One of these is Foton’s Tornado Series which is known to be the trusted partner by many entrepreneurs, from small to medium business enterprises and fleet partners. The Tornado Series accounts for 80.35 percent of the car brand’s market sales.
FMPI also recorded a total sales growth of 109 percent for May 2021 compared to the same month last year, as per the report from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI).
Categorized as Light Duty Trucks, the Foton Tornado Series is engineered to be a highly dependable choice that meets mobility requirements in various industries. Its trucks can be configured into a range of body configurations including Ref-Van, F-Van, Dropside, Water Tanker, Fuel Tanker, Self-Loader, and Crane Trucks.
Foton Tornado Dropside variant
Technological advancements from world-renowned brands have been integrated into the trucks under the automaker’s Tornado Series to produce world-class performance and top-notch features. These include American Cummins engines, German ZF transmissions, Bosch electronics, and WABCO air brakes.
One of the most notable partners of FMPI that uses the Foton Tornado trucks in its business is the express delivery courier company J&T Express. Previously, FMPI celebrated the milestone of turning over a total of 500 Foton trucks to the courier company, further solidifying the partnership of the two companies since 2019.
“Supporting various industries, including the cold-storage requirements for the transport of the COVID-19 vaccines, inspires us to continue pursuing the country’s mobility needs. We’ll relentlessly defy obstacles and challenges to continue empowering Filipino lives,” said FMPI President Rommel Sytin.
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Know more about Foton Tornado 2024
The Foton Tornado Philippines 2024 is a series of light commercial vehicles that aims to assist Filipinos with their businesses. It is available in various body configurations including F-Van, Refrigerated Van, MPV, Dropside, Fuel Tanker, among others. As for pricing, the light commercial vehicle (LCV) is offered with a starting price of Php 915,000 and goes up to Php 2,510,000 for the 4.5C Telescopic Crane. Under the hood, two engine options are made available. One is the 2.8-liter Cummins ISF turbodiesel engine, while the other is a larger 3.8-liter Cummins ISF turbodiesel mill. Either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed manual transmission is connected to the engine.
In terms of dimensions, the Tornado has various body configurations. But the largest, which is the Tornado M5.2 F-Van, is 6,955 mm long, 2,270 mm wide, and 2,340 mm long, with a wheelbase and ground clearance rated at 3,800 mm and 234 mm, respectively. In the local market, this Chinese LCV goes up against the likes of the Isuzu N-Series and Hyundai HD36L.
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Foton Tornado Launch
Foton Motor Philippines first introduced the Tornado light truck variant in 2017. Since then, the brand has incorporated modifications in the truck’s safety features to cater to the growing demand for commercial vehicles in the country. Pricing of the latest generation line-up of the Tornado in the Philippines currently ranges from Php 755,000 to Php 1,690,000.
Foton Tornado Exterior
The line-up of light-duty trucks generally follows the design of typical hauling commercial vehicles. MPVs, Dropsides, and the Telescopic Crane come in a white finish while some van variants have a silver box behind the driver’s cabin for the cargo. On the front fascia is the brand’s signature black grille with the Foton emblem in the center. The Tornado Philippines is equipped with 15- to 16-inch wheels, depending on the variant.
Foton Tornado Interior
Since the Tornado 2024 falls under the commercial vehicle category, the cabin isn’t decked with extravagant finishes and extra comfort features. However, the 2-door vehicles can seat 3 people comfortably with ample legroom, high headroom, and dual overhead compartments. Seats are wrapped in gray fabric and the cabin is covered in black matte plastic material. The dashboard is straightforward and simple, which makes it easy for the driver to get used to it.
Technology & Safety Features
All variants of the Foton Tornado 2024 come with rear parking sensors, power steering, and power windows. It is equipped with the bare necessities such as an air-conditioning system and a basic entertainment system capable of playing AM and FM radio, CDs, and MP3 devices.
Platform & Chassis
The line-up of light-duty trucks comes with non-independent longitudinal elliptical leaf spring front suspension mated with hydraulic dual-acting telescopic shock absorbers. At the rear are non-independent longitudinal elliptical leaf springs with auxiliary leaf springs and the same shock absorbers as the front. The newer versions of the Tornado come with a steel chassis that enables the trucks to carry a higher payload safely with more stability.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the Foton Tornado variants are 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engines of varying capacities. The top range variants come with a 3.5-liter engine that produces 310 Nm of torque, while the 2E models run on a 2.0-liter engine that powers out 172 Nm of torque. Its engines are attached to a 5-speed manual transmission. The diesel engine has a fuel capacity of 70 liters.
Foton Tornado 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Foton Tornado 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Foton Tornado M2E E4 Cab and Chassis | ₱915,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2E E4 Dropside | ₱985,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2E E4 MPV Single AC | ₱985,000 |
| Foton Tornado 4.5C Dropside | ₱1,030,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2E E4 FVAN Rivetless | ₱1,070,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C Cab and Chassis | ₱1,120,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C Dropside | ₱1,190,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2E E4 MPV Dual AC | ₱1,200,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C FVAN Rivetless | ₱1,275,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C Cab and Chassis | ₱1,285,000 |
| Foton Tornado 4.4C Mini Dumptruck | ₱1,310,000 |
| Foton Tornado 4.4C Water Tank | ₱1,310,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C Dropside | ₱1,355,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C MPV Single AC | ₱1,360,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C MPV Dual AC | ₱1,405,000 |
| Foton Tornado M5.2C Cab and chassis | ₱1,440,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C FVAN Rivetless | ₱1,490,000 |
| Foton Tornado M5.2C Dropside | ₱1,545,000 |
| Foton Tornado M6.1C Cab and Chassis | ₱1,595,000 |
| Foton Tornado M5.2C FVAN Rivetless | ₱1,675,000 |
| Foton Tornado M6.1C Dropside | ₱1,775,000 |
| Foton Tornado M2.6C Refrigerated Van | ₱1,795,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C Fuel Tanker | ₱1,805,000 |
| Foton Tornado M6.1C Fvan Plain | ₱1,900,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C Refrigerated Van | ₱1,925,000 |
| Foton Tornado M5.2C Telescopic crane | ₱2,125,000 |
| Foton Tornado M5.2C Self Loader | ₱2,160,000 |
| Foton Tornado M6.1C Telescopic crane | ₱2,255,000 |
| Foton Tornado M4.2C F-Jeepney | ₱2,510,000 |
Foton Tornado Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comes in various body configurations
- Reliable engine
- Good payload capacity at a maximum of 5,200 kg
Cons
- Long-term ownership can be a hassle
₱ 755,000 - ₱ 1,690,000
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