Dongfeng EC31
Dongfeng EC31
4x2
₱1.68 Million
Get Exclusive Promos
Foton Thunder
Foton Thunder
4x2 EL MT
₱1.08 Million
Get Exclusive Promos
Similar Cars

Dongfeng EC31 vs Foton Thunder Comparison

Overview: EC31 vs Thunder

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Power 81 hp 161 hp
Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Battery Capacity 38.7 kWh -
Driving Range 290 km -
DC Charging (20-80%) In 1.5 Hours -
AC Charging (0-100%) In 5.8 Hours -
Engine Displacement - 1968 cc
View All

Best Loan Offers

DP ₱336,000 MA : ₱28,821 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos DP ₱216,000 MA : ₱18,527 x 60 Months Get Exclusive Promos

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4/5
5 reviews
4.25/5
12 reviews
Design --
4  
Comfort --
4  
Performance --
4  
Safety --
4  
User Review Comparison
  • A truck with car-like comfort

    Most of the trucks that I have tried beforehand seem to be very heavy and difficult to drive. However, the Dongfeng EC31 is completely different from...

    Read More
    J
    Jericho Jun 02, 2025 for Dongfeng EC31
  • Offers everything expected of a pickup truck

    The Foton Thunder offers everything that you would expect a pickup truck to have. It offers immense value for money, making it a more cost-effective...

    Read More
    E
    Ezekiel Sep 11, 2025 for Foton Thunder

From The Experts

Things we like

Eco-friendly, zero-emission transportation solution

Diverse variants to suit business needs

Competitive pricing within the electric vehicle segment

Reduced maintenance costs for businesses

Read More

4x4 drivetrain works efficiently

Dual cab variant is very plush

Powerful engine with good performance

Read More
Things we don't like

Limited top speed of 80 km/h

Read More

Slightly expensive than some competitors

 

Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Kerb Weight 1300 kg --
Gross Weight 2600 kg 2980 kg
Length 4730 mm 5340 mm
Width 1670 mm 1940 mm
Height 1880 mm 1870 mm
Wheel Base 3050 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance 190 mm 220 mm
Turning Radius 5.6 m 6 m
No Of Doors 2 4
Seating Capacity 2 seats 5 seats
Payload Capacity 1300 kg 1090 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 76 L
View All

Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium Iron Phosphate --
Battery Capacity 38.7 kWh --
Battery Voltage 307.2 V --
AC Charging (0-100%) In 5.8 Hours --
DC Charging (20-80%) In 1.5 Hours --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Emission 0 g/km --
Battery Warranty 200000 km --
Engine -- 2.0L Diesel Engine, Inline 4 Cylinder 16 Valve
Fuel Supply System -- CRDi
No Of Cylinders -- 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 4
View All

Performance

Fuel Type Electric Diesel
Power 81 hp 161 hp
Torque 200 Nm 390 Nm
Top Speed 80 kmph --
Driving Range 290 km --
Engine Displacement -- 1968 cc
RPM At Max Power -- 4000 RPM
RPM At Max Torque -- 1800 RPM
View All

Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Steering Type Electric Power Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Drums Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Leaf Springs Leaf spring

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Box Single Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type -- 4x2
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels No Yes
Wheel Covers Yes No
Alloy Wheel Size 14 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 185/45 R14 265/70 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R14 R18
View All

Safety

Vehicle Stability Control System No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No No
Side Airbag-Front No No
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No No
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts No Yes
Child Safety Locks No Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts No Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No No
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control No Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake No --
Blind Spot monitor No No
Lane Departure Warning System No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No --
Anti-Lock Braking System -- Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Ebd -- Yes
Door Ajar Warning -- Yes
Downhill Assist Control -- Yes
Side Impact Beams -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
View All

Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Power Door Locks -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No No
Rear A/C Vents No Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No --
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button No --
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear No Yes
Cruise Control No No
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear No Yes
Rear Reading Lamp No Yes
Vanity Mirror No --
Trunk Light No --
Follow Me Home Headlamps No --
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger No --
Central Console Armrest -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- No
View All

Entertainment & Communication

Apple Carplay/Android Auto No --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel No Yes
Voice Control No --
Display Size -- 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
Speakers Rear -- Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio -- No
Touch Screen -- Yes
View All

Instrumentation

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light -- Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No Yes
Seat Lumbar Support No --
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest No Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No Yes
Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat No Yes
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Fabric Fabric
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob No --
View All

Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator No Yes
Integrated Antenna No Yes
Power Antenna Yes No
Rain Sensing Wiper No No
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type Halogen Halogen Halogen Halogen
Taillight Type Bulb Bulb Bulb Bulb
Headlamps Washer No --
Sun Roof No --
Moon Roof No --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes
View All

Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

Compare Dongfeng EC31 with Alternatives

Compare Foton Thunder with Alternatives

Videos of Dongfeng EC31 and Foton Thunder

  • 2025 Foton Thunder 4x4 AT | Surprise! This over a Hilux? | Review | Zigwheels.Ph
    2025 Foton Thunder 4x4 AT | Surprise! This over a Hilux? | Review | Zigwheels.Ph
    08 Apr, 2025 .
  • 2025 Foton Thunder 4x4 AT Spec Guide | Zigwheels.Ph
    2025 Foton Thunder 4x4 AT Spec Guide | Zigwheels.Ph
    07 Mar, 2025 .

Cars Comparisons By Experts

Used Foton Cars Price

Used Foton Cars Price

Dongfeng EC31 vs Foton Thunder FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Dongfeng EC31 vs Foton Thunder?

EC31 is priced at ₱1.68 Million and Thunder is priced at ₱1.08 Million. Hence Thunder is the cheapest amongst these Car.

Helpful (242)

Which Car has more power between Dongfeng EC31 vs Foton Thunder?

The Dongfeng EC31 has power of 81 hp with 200 Nm torque and Foton Thunder has power of 161 hp with 390 Nm torque. Thus making Thunder the more powerful as compared to EC31.

Helpful (288)

Which Car has higher ground clearance between EC31 vs Thunder?

The EC31 comes with a ground clearance of 190 mm , on the other hand the Thunder comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , hence the Foton Thunder has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

Helpful (87)

Which Car has more safety features between Dongfeng EC31 vs Foton Thunder?

EC31 safety features: Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Front Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning and Tyre Pressure Monitor

Thunder safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Foton Thunder has higher number of sefety features than EC31, hence Foton Thunder is more safer than Dongfeng EC31.

Helpful (195)

Which Car has more comfort features between EC31 vs Thunder?

EC31 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front and Power Windows Front

Thunder comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Rear Reading Lamp

The Foton Thunder has higher number of comfort features than EC31, hence Foton Thunder is more comfortable than Dongfeng EC31.

Helpful (209)

Which is bigger EC31 or Thunder?

The EC31 dimensions are 4730 mm length, 1670 mm width, 1880 mm height while the Thunder dimensions are 5340 mm length, 1940 mm width, 1870 mm height. Hence, the Thunder is more longer, Thunder is more wider and EC31 is more higher.

Helpful (367)