VinFast Philippines looks set to open 2026 with a different kind of vehicle, one that is focused on daily driving.

Industry chatter points to an all-electric MPV called the Limo Green, which is said to be heading to Manila as early as March.

VinFast Philippines has not made a public announcement yet, but the timing lines up with a broader program to widen its local lineup beyond compact SUVs and crossovers.

If it arrives as expected, the Limo Green would be VinFast’s first MPV in the Philippine market and a clear indication that the brand is thinking beyond private buyers.

The focus appears to be fleet first. Rather than leaning heavily on family use, the Limo Green is being positioned as a vehicle for businesses that move people all day.

Ride-hailing operators, airport shuttle services, hotels, corporate transport providers, and even government fleets are seen as key targets.

For many of these groups, fuel costs and maintenance are daily concerns, and electric vehicles offer a way to keep those expenses more predictable.

The model has already made some noise in Vietnam. Just four months after launch, the Limo Green recorded more than 16,000 cumulative sales, suggesting strong interest from fleet buyers in its home market. That early traction helps explain why the Philippines may be next.

In terms of size, the Limo Green sits squarely in the midsize MPV space. It is said to measure around 4.7 meters in length and rides on a long wheelbase that allows for three rows of seating.

The cabin is expected to carry seven passengers, with seats that can be folded to open up cargo space when needed. This flexibility makes it suitable for both people-moving and light hauling duties.

Slim LED daytime running lights sit up front, with the main headlamps placed lower on the bumper. The overall shape leans more toward a modern crossover feel rather than the boxy vans many fleet operators are used to.

Reports point to a full battery-electric setup with a large battery pack and a single motor driving the front wheels. Output figures are said to be around 200 horsepower, with a driving range that could reach up to 450 kilometers on a full charge.

Fast-charging support is also expected, with the ability to top up a significant portion of the battery in under half an hour using DC chargers.

A long range allows vehicles to complete daily routes without frequent charging stops, while fewer moving parts mean less time in the workshop.

The vehicle is expected to lean heavily on digital features. A large central touchscreen will likely handle infotainment and vehicle settings, paired with built-in connectivity, multiple USB ports, and wireless support.

Software updates are said to be handled remotely, a useful feature for operators managing dozens or even hundreds of vehicles.

Electric running costs are generally lower than diesel or gasoline, and VinFast is understood to be exploring flexible programs to help reduce upfront expenses for fleet buyers.

Battery-related options are also part of the discussion, aimed at easing long-term concerns around replacement and performance.

If the Manila rollout goes ahead, the Limo Green would become one of the first fully electric MPVs aimed squarely at large-scale commercial use in the country.

It would place VinFast Philippines in a space that has long been dominated by conventional powertrains.

In the meantime, the Limo Green remains unofficial. But if it does arrive in the coming weeks, it could quietly reshape how companies think about moving people around, one electric shuttle at a time.