Electric vehicles (EVs) are steadily gaining traction in India, and VinFast’s locally assembled VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs showcase how first-time buyers can embrace electric mobility with confidence.
While EV adoption is still growing, awareness is rising, charging networks are expanding in major cities, and more residential complexes now support home chargers. VinFast has entered this evolving market with its VF 6 and VF 7, assembled at its Thoothukudi factory in Tamil Nadu, designed for daily urban commutes, occasional highway trips, and family comfort.
Key Factors for First-Time EV Buyers
1. Driving Patterns: Understanding daily and weekend travel distances is critical. The compact VF 6, with a 59.6 kWh battery and an ARAI-rated range of up to 468 km, suits urban commuting in cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. The roomier VF 7, with a 70.8 kWh battery offering up to 532 km of range, is ideal for highway travel and long drives.
2. Battery Chemistry and Warranty: Both models use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries, known for thermal stability in India’s hot climate. VinFast offers a 10-year or 200,000 km battery warranty.
3. Charging Options: Home wall chargers offer convenient overnight charging, while public charging networks are growing. VinFast owners enjoy free public charging at V-Green stations until July 2028. Apartment buyers should confirm charging installation permissions.
4. Safety and Driver Assistance: VF 6 base models include ABS, stability control, hill hold, and airbags. Higher trims add adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking. VF 7 enhances safety further with driver monitoring systems, surround-view cameras, and additional airbags.
5. Cabin Comfort: The VF 6 offers a clean layout with a 12.9-inch infotainment screen, ventilated seats, and dual-zone climate control in higher trims. The VF 7 adds a premium, spacious interior, optional panoramic roof, and dual-motor all-wheel-drive in the Sky variant.
6. Service Network: VinFast currently operates 24 dealerships and showrooms in major cities, with plans to expand to 35 showrooms and 120 extended service workshops by 2025. Partnerships with RoadGrid, myTVS, Castrol India, and Global Assure enhance roadside support and service reliability.
7. Total Ownership Cost: EVs offer lower running costs than petrol or diesel vehicles. The VF 6 starts at ₹16.49 lakh and the VF 7 at ₹20.89 lakh. Free public charging until 2028 and three years of complimentary maintenance further reduce recurring expenses.
VinFast’s VF 6 and VF 7 demonstrate that switching to electric mobility can be practical, safe, and cost-effective when buyers match the vehicle to their daily needs, plan for charging, and select brands with strong warranties and service networks.
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vietnam’s Vingroup JSC, produces a range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses, with ongoing global expansion in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
