VinFast VF6, VF7 Electric SUVs Set to Launch in India – Booking, Specs & Plant Details
VinFast VF6, VF7 Electric SUVs to Launch in India Soon – Specs, Booking Details
Vietnam’s popular electric car manufacturer VinFast is now entering the Indian market. VinFast has made solid plans to impress Indian customers with its premium electric cars. In the initial stage, the company will bring a few important models.
Models to be launched in India first
VinFast plans to introduce the VF 7 and VF 6 models in India first. The Hyundai Creta Electric and the Tata Harrier.ev will be rivals of these.
VF 7: This vehicle looks similar to a luxury SUV. Its length is 4,545 mm, width is 1,890 mm, height is 1,636 mm. Wheelbase is 2,840 mm. It comes in two variants:
- 130 kW motor – 59.6 kWh battery with 498 km range
- 150 kW motor – 496 km range with 70.8 kWh battery
VF 6: This SUV is a bit smaller. Its dimensions are 1,834 mm for width, 1,580 mm for height, and 4,241 mm for length.. The wheelbase is 2,730 mm. It also comes in two variants:
- 130 kW motor – 59.6 kWh battery with 480 km range
- 150 kW motor – The same battery with 460 km range
When will bookings open?
According to a report in The Times of India, VinFast will open bookings for the VF 7 and VF 6 models by the end of this month. Sales of the VF 7 will start first, followed by deliveries of the VF 6. The first shipments are expected to arrive by the end of this quarter or early next quarter.
Assembly plant also coming to India
VinFast is planning to set up an assembly plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The company will import the VF 6 and VF 7 models as CKD (Completely Knocked Down) kits and assemble them at the plant.
The plant will initially have a production capacity of 50,000 cars per year. It can be expanded to 1.5 lakh units if required.
What are the prices?
The VinFast models are expected to be a bit more expensive than the cars that are completely manufactured locally. But considering the features, range, and design all these factors, there is a good chance that they will be in good demand.
Conclusion:
It is official that VinFast electric cars are coming to the Indian market. Whether the company can make a good mark with models like the VF 6 and VF 7 will be known soon.
