DFSK Candy

The 2025 DFSK Candy gets fabric upholstery in the entry-level model. The front seats are four-way manually adjustable for the driver and the front-passenger. The rear bench-type seats fold 50:50 flat. This helps expand cargo space when required. The EV can accommodate maximum four people since it’s a three-door mini hatchback. With the rear seats folded, the 2025 DFSK Candy offers up to 843 litres of cargo space. The quality of plastics used in the cabin are appropriate for the price point. The cabin gets clean lines, simple shapes, and minimal visual clutter. The steering wheel gets mounted buttons for basic functions like volume up-down and cruise control. The dashboard gets an 8.8-inch touchscreen display unit. It’s connected to a basic two-speaker audio system. The screen is bright but response to touch is a bit delayed. The air-conditioning (AC) controls are touch-sensitive. Some models get a touch-sensitive AC switch pane. The instrument panel gets a digital display. 

The 2025 DFSK Candy measures 3,030 mm in length, 1,495 mm in width, and 1,640 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 1,960 mm. The front-end gets sizeable headlamp units. The higher models get all-around LED lighting. There’s a surround-style light bar that’s integrated into the grille area to create a modern, light-signature look. Higher models get daytime running lights (DRLs). The 2025 DFSK Candy gets a closed-off front with minimal openings because the EV doesn’t need a large air intake grille. The logo is placed centrally and decisively. It contrasts the trim. The lower bumper part gets modest air vents. The corners get small vertical cut-outs or styling elements. The 2025 DFSK Candy is mostly meant for city driving and the front-end is not aggressive. On the sides, the car gets flush door or conventional pull handles depending on the variant. The side windows are tall and contribute to good outward visibility. The 2025 DFSK Candy runs on 13-inch wheels. The wheel arches are modestly flared but not aggressive.

The 2025 DFSK Candy offers an impressive and composed ride for its compact size, courtesy the well-tuned suspension setup. The front MacPherson struts and rear torsion beam absorb city bumps effectively and delivers decent comfort on uneven roads. But impact from some of the sharper potholes and bumps can be felt inside. Handling of the 2025 DFSK Candy is nimble in tight spaces, aided by the light steering. Body roll becomes evident at higher speeds. 

The 2025 DFSK Candy M1 is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor that produces 34 PS/100 Nm. The motor is powered by a 16.8 kWh lithium-ion-phosphate battery. The car has a claimed mileage of 220 km. On city roads, the 2025 DFSK Candy M1 performs well. It provides instant off-the-line acceleration and is responsive in start-stop traffic. The EV’s compact size helps in agility. Highway performance is modest with top speed around 100kmph. Overtaking and high-speed cruising are less effortless. But the 2025 DFSK Candy M1 isn’t a car for highway cruising. The range drops noticeably above highway speeds because of wind resistance and continuous load. 

The 2025 DFSK Candy is equipped with a fairly exhaustive safety suite. The car gets dual front airbags, antilock braking and electronic stability control for assured handling. Parking is aided by rear parking sensors and a 360-degree camera that removes almost all blind spots. But the car lacks advanced radar-based features like adaptive cruise control and proximity sensors.

The 2025 DFSK Candy has a starting price of ₱658,000. The car impresses with its compact design and a moderately spacious cabin. Though the brand is relatively unknown, the 2025 DFSK Candy stands out with competitive pricing and decent set of features.