Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has announced its plans to attend Auto Expo 2025. The car maker has dropped a teaser featuring two electric SUVs slated to be unveiled at India’s Auto Expo-VF 7 and VF 9. These are what you with these exciting models Here are some of the things that you should expect with these models.
VinFast VF 7: A Modern And Sports Utility Vehicle
VinGroup introduced the recently the VinFast VF 7 that competes directly with Hyundai Tucson which has positioned as a mid-size electric SUV with maximum passenger capacity of five persons. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its features:
Key Features of the vinFast VF 7 Some of the outstanding features of the VinFast VF 7 includes the following:
Design: Wide and tall, with a silhouette suggesting a crossover but in possession of VinFast’s recognisable V-sign in the bonnet and boot lights.
Trim Options: Currently offered in two variations worldwide – Eco and Plus.
Eco Trim:
- Limited single front motor with output of 204 hp and 310 Nm.
- WLTP-rated range of 450km
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- 12.9-inch infotainment touchscreen.
Plus Trim:
- A two fully motor arrangement churning out 354 hp and 500 Nm of torque altogether.
- WLTP-rated range of 431km.
- Alloy wheels 20- or 21-inch.
- 15- inch supporting touch screen for Infotainment.
Battery: Both trims come with a 75.3kWh (net) battery power.
Technology: Standard Level 2 advanced driver-assistance systems across two internal trims.
All in all, the VF 7 has great exterior and interior design, a suitable powertrain and advanced technology innovations to make it a strong contender in the world of electric SUVs.
VinFast VF 9: A Flagship Three Row Electric SUV
The VinFast VF 9 is the biggest electric SUV in the product portfolio, that is why it is designed to seat six or seven people in three rows. Bigger than Audi Q7 it is the luxurious e-SUV with strong performance and enhanced solutions. Here’s a breakdown of its offerings:
MFVs of VinFast VF 9
Design & Seating: Available in a three-row form with either 6 or 7 seats.
Battery & Range:
- Eco and Plus models are provided with the same battery capacity as 123kWh.
- It compares with a claimed WLTP range of up to 531km.
Powertrain:
- Full power on-demand All-Wheel Drive system with a combined power output of 408 horsepower and 620 NM of torque.
- Eco version accelerates from 0-100kph in 6.6 seconds (kerb weight: 2,911kg, 7-seat range; The MultiAir II 7 seater’s combined fuel economy is 5.9 liters per 100km.
- Plus version accelerates from 0-100kph in 6.7 seconds (kerb weight: The weight ranges from 2959-2968 Kgs depending on 6 or 7 seat layout.
Trim Differences:
- Eco Trim: 20-inch alloy wheels.
- Plus Trim: Some more are presented in the form of 21-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, auto-dimming outside mirrors, powered, heated and ventilated first- and second-row seats with the feature of massage.
- Additional features in Plus: Rear touch screen display 8 inch, sound system 13 JBL with Subwoofer, electric sun roof panoramic type.
The VF 9 is a large, range-touting luxury SUV that effectively demonstrates what electric SUVs with high capabilities can be.
VinFast’s Plans for India
VinFast began the construction of its production facility in Tamil Nadu in February of the prior year and hired former Skoda India director Zac Hollis as its Asia chief in January. Additional information about such models being planning for the Indian market, more details about VinFast’s strategy for India in the future will be revealed next week.
Conclusion
The VF 7 and VF 9 Evs are already on the path of developing an impact in Indian Market and VinFast is learning the lessons well in the EV market. The VF 7 perfectly unites performance, style and innovation features and the VF 9 is an optimal three-row electric luxury SUV with power and space. Specifically, as we noted earlier, VinFast is trying to address different issues in the electric vehicle market.
The brand’s plans for India are reinforced by its Tamil Nadu production facility and the appointment of Zac Hollis as Asia chief. More details about its strategy and models for India will be unveiled soon, positioning VinFast as a strong player in the growing EV market.