Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has made its India debut, rolling out the locally built premium VinFast VF6 and VF7 SUVs—a bold step in its global push and a clear sign it’s backing India’s vision for electric mobility. At the launch, VinFast Asia CEO Pham Sanh Chau emphasized that these cars are “made in India, by Indians, for Indians,” blending smart, practical design with premium quality and advanced tech you notice the moment the dashboard lights up. The company will build both SUVs at its Thoothukudi facility in Tamil Nadu, a site located near the port and well placed to serve buyers at home and overseas.
VinFast VF6 and VF7: Design, Range, and Features
Shaped by VinFast’s “Duality in Nature” philosophy, the VF 6 combines strong lines with smooth curves to deliver a sleek, contemporary SUV design. It packs a 59.6 kWh battery that can charge from 10% to 70% in just 25 minutes, and on a full charge, it’s rated for up to 468 km by ARAI. Its 2,730mm wheelbase and 190mm ground clearance make it ready for India’s rough, uneven roads, the kind where potholes sneak up after a summer downpour.
You can choose from three trims: Earth, Wind, and the top-tier Wind Infinity. The Earth variant offers 174bhp and 250Nm, complete with a 12.9-inch infotainment display and cruise control for easy drives. The Wind ups the game to 201bhp and 310Nm, adding ventilated seats, ADAS Level 2, and 18-inch alloys. For those wanting more flair, the Wind Infinity tops it off with a panoramic glass roof. Prices start at ₹16.49 lakh and go up to ₹18.29 lakh, ex-showroom—about the cost of a small family car gleaming under showroom lights.
The larger VinFast VF 7, shaped by the “Universe is Asymmetrical” design theme, stretches just over 4.5 metres long and rides on a 2,840mm wheelbase—about the length of a family dining table. You can choose from five trims—Earth, Wind, Wind Infinity, Sky, and Sky Infinity—each available with either front- or all-wheel drive.
The Earth runs on a 59.6kWh battery that delivers 174bhp, while the Wind packs a 70.8kWh unit pushing 201bhp and hits 100kmph in just 9.5 seconds—about the time it takes a traffic light to turn green. The Sky features a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup delivering 348 bhp and 500 Nm, launching from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.8 seconds with a sharp, silent surge. Infinity trims come with panoramic roofs that flood the cabin with light.
With a range between 438 km and 532 km, depending on the variant, the VF 7 can take you on long drives along the coast without the need for frequent charging stops. Prices begin at â‚ą20.89 lakh and climb to â‚ą25.49 lakh ex-showroom, enough to buy a sleek new sedan with a deep metallic blue finish.
Both SUVs pack high-end touches—sharp LED projector headlamps that cut through the dark, connected car tech, a 12.9-inch infotainment screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, multiple drive modes, Level 2 ADAS, seven airbags, and a 360-degree camera.
VinFast’s India Strategy, Partnerships, and Ownership Benefits
VinFast is strengthening its foothold in India by teaming up with RoadGrid, myTVS, and Global Assure to expand charging networks and keep after-sales service running smoothly, while partnering with BatX Energies to give worn-out batteries a second life through advanced recycling. Working with banks and other financial institutions will help secure flexible financing, whether it’s for a quick loan or a long-term plan. By late 2025, the company aims to have 35 dealer touchpoints and 26 workshops spread across 27 cities, from crowded metro streets to up-and-coming EV hubs.
VinFast is sweetening ownership perks with free charging at its VGreens stations through July 28, a hefty 10-year/200,000 km warranty for the VF 7, and a 7-year/200,000 km warranty for the VF 6, plus three years of free maintenance and even a curtain to shade that wide, sunlit panoramic roof. VinFast has built a solid foothold in markets from the US and Canada to Europe, Indonesia, the Philippines, and the Middle East, and it already stands as Vietnam’s top automaker.
