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Xiamen Van Seat is a manufacturer specializing in minibus seating, we also do interior seat conversions for many brands of minibuses and we have a wealth of experience in understanding minibuses. Recently we have learned that many minibus enthusiasts will be researching the question, Is an 8 Seater a Minibus? We believe that this requires an in-depth understanding of the details of the design, function and definition of the zones of an 8 seater.

Minibus

A minibus is generally defined as a vehicle with a passenger capacity of 9-16, but in the current marketer, many 8-seaters are somewhere between a large MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) and a compact minibus.

If an 8-seater is designed for shared mobility, it can also be considered a compact minibus.

• Compact minibuses are different from SUVs and MPVs in that they are generally suitable for group travel with multiple passengers, with optimized seating layouts and dedicated entrances and exits.

• Many 8-seaters are based on commercial van platforms, such as the Ford Transit Custom, Mercedes V-Class, etc., with modular interiors and high flexibility for passenger and cargo transportation.

• -In regions such as the European Union, vehicles with eight or more seats are subject to minibus regulations and must have a D1 driver's license.

The 8-seater minibus is a compact vehicle with a wide range of features that ensure passenger comfort and agile driving on narrow city streets.

Dimensions of the 8-seater minibus

• Length 4.8-5.2 meters (15.7-17.1 feet)

• Width of .9-2.1 meters (6.2-6.9 feet)

• Height 1.9-2.1 meters (6.2-6.9 feet)

8-seat minibus features

• The seats are generally laid out in a 2-3-3 configuration, with 50-55 cm of legroom between each passenger.

• Removable or folding minibus seats for flexible conversion between passenger and cargo modes.

• Accessibility with sliding doors, low step heights and optional wheelchair ramps.

Applications of the 8-seat minibus

1. Large family and group travel.

2. Corporate commuting, airport transfers or customer service.

3. Small group travel, luxury transfers or adventure travel.

4. Internet car service

Xiamen Van Seat believes that 8-seater buses can be regarded as mini buses because they fulfill the requirements of safety, comfort and functionality. At Xiamen Van Seat, we continue to provide high-quality minibus seats for minibuses to enhance the comfort of the minibus interior, allowing passengers to have a more comfortable, safe and efficient ride.