VinFast VF 7

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VinFast VF 7
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Overview
Manufacturer VinFast
Production2024-present
Assembly
Designer Lee Jae Hoon
Body and chassis
Class Compact crossover SUV (C)
Body style 5-door coupé SUV
Layout
Powertrain
Electric motor single or dual Permanent magnet Motor(s)
Power output
  • 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) (Eco FWD)
  • 260 kW (349 hp; 354 PS) (Plus AWD)
Battery 75.3 kWh lithium ion (EV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,840 mm (111.8 in)
Length4,545 mm (178.9 in)
Width1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height1,636 mm (64.4 in)

The VinFast VF 7 is an electric compact crossover SUV (C-segment) manufactured and marketed by VinFast of Vingroup.

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Overview

The rear of a VF 7, as delivered to a Vietnamese customer. NewOne - VinFast VF 7 neptune grey 09.jpg
The rear of a VF 7, as delivered to a Vietnamese customer.

The VF 7 was first introduced to the public in January 2022 along with the VF 5 and VF 6 at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). [2] [3] It was designed by Lee Jae Hoon, a senior exterior designer for General Motors. [4] VinFast launched a pre-order campaign for the VF 7 from 2-30 December 2022 in the local Vietnamese market, [5] with the first deliveries to domestic customers on March 30, 2024. [6]

India launch

In early 2025, VinFast announced the VF 7 as its debut model for the Indian market. The electric SUV was showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi, alongside other upcoming models such as the VF 3 and VF 9. [7] [8] [9] The company plans to begin local assembly of the VF 7 in Tamil Nadu at a new 400-acre facility with an initial production capacity of 50,000 units per year. [10] [11]

Sales Performance

In its home market of Vietnam, the VF 7 recorded deliveries of 773 units in May 2025. While specific year-to-date sales data for the model is limited, reports indicate that the VF 7 trails behind other VinFast models such as the VF 3 and VF 5 in domestic sales volumes. In India, the launch was postponed to mid-August 2025 due to distribution and logistical challenges. [12] [13] The company revised its annual sales target for the VF 7 to 3,000 units in India. [14]

Features and Equipment

The VF 7 is equipped with a range of features typically found in mid-size EVs in its segment. These include a 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a heads-up display, wireless smartphone charging, ambient lighting, leatherette upholstery, and a panoramic sunroof. [15] Safety and driver-assistance technologies include Level 2 ADAS, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and a 360-degree camera system. The vehicle comes standard with eight airbags and electronic stability control. [16] [17]

Variants and Specifications

The VinFast VF 7 is offered in two primary trims: a front-wheel-drive (FWD) variant with a single electric motor, and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) version with dual motors. Both variants are powered by a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery, with capacity slightly varying by market. [18] [19] [20]

VinFast VF 7 Variants
FeatureFWD VariantAWD Variant
Power201 PS (150 kW)354 PS (260 kW)
Torque310 Nm500 Nm
0–100 km/h Acceleration9.5 seconds5.8 seconds
Battery Capacity70.8 / 75.3 kWh70.8 / 75.3 kWh
Claimed Range (WLTP)450 km431 km
DC Fast ChargingUp to 150 kWUp to 150 kW
Boot Space537 litres537 litres
Safety8 airbags, Level 2 ADAS8 airbags, Level 2 ADAS

References

  1. "VinFast Breaks Ground On Its EV Plant In North Carolina". Inside EVs. July 31, 2023.
  2. "Vietnamese automaker switches to all electric vehicles in 2022". hanoitimes.vn. Retrieved February 22, 2022.
  3. "VinFast offers test drives of its VF 8 at the New York International Auto Show 2022" (Press release). US. April 6, 2022. Retrieved April 17, 2022.
  4. Newsnpr (January 6, 2022). "Close-up of VinFast VF5, VF6, VF7 for the first time globally". Newsnpr. Archived from the original on February 22, 2022. Retrieved February 22, 2022.
  5. "VinFast chính thức nhận đặt cọc xe VF 7". Tuổi trẻ (in Vietnamese). December 4, 2023. Retrieved December 4, 2023.
  6. "VinFast bắt đầu bàn giao xe VF 7 cho khách hàng". Dân trí (in Vietnamese). March 30, 2024. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  7. Chatterjee, Somnath (June 2, 2025). "Vinfast VF6 And VF7 EV India Launch Details And Bookings". news.abplive.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  8. "VinFast gears up for India debut this month". Financialexpress. June 2, 2025. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  9. "VinFast VF 7 electric SUV unveiled at Auto Expo 2025 | Team-BHP". Team-BHP.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  10. www.ETAuto.com. "VinFast India to inaugurate its Tamil Nadu factory on July 30 - ET Auto". ETAuto.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  11. "VinFast Officially Launches VF 7 For Sale in the Philippines #VinFast". Media Outreach. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  12. James, Dennis Abraham (June 16, 2025). "VinFast Lowers Sales Targets & Delays VF 6, VF 7 Electric SUV Launch - Dealership Issues To Blame?". www.drivespark.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  13. "VinFast's EV sales in Vietnam surge 25%". theinvestor.vn. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  14. "VinFast Electric SUV Delays Launch Plan For India, Check Updated Releasing Date". News18. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  15. "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  16. Mohile, Shally (June 16, 2025). "VinFast tweaks sales plan ahead of its India debut". The Economic Times. ISSN   0013-0389 . Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  17. "India-spec VinFast VF 7 electric SUV spied at Mumbai airport". Team-BHP.com. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  18. "A new EV force in India: VinFast VF 7 and VF 6 will compete with Mahindra e-SUVs, Harrier EV". Financialexpress. June 16, 2025. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
  19. "2025 Vinfast VF7 review: 350hp AWD EV with a spacious back seat - Introduction". Autocar India. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
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