KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- VF7 and VF6 production starts in India
- VinFast plans to invest Rs 16,000 in India in coming years
- VinFast aims to produce 50,000 units annually
VinFast, the latest carmaker to enter the Indian market, has officially started producing vehicles at its Thoothukudi plant in Tamil Nadu. The first car to roll out of the facility is the VF7, an electric SUV. These vehicles have already been launched and come with impressive range figures, along with a strong set of features that make them stand out in the segment.
Overall, this move highlights VinFast's strong commitment to the Indian market - the company has already invested Rs 4,000 crore in India, underscoring its long-term vision. We'll dive deeper into VinFast and its cars below. In the meantime, join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to stay updated on all things automotive!
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VinFast
VinFast launched their two-cars on the 6th of September in India, and we at 91Wheels were present there to witness their VF7 and VF6, which are now available to public at a very handsome price tag. Now, this company from Vietnam first made a grand entry at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in January, and took almost 8 months to launch. In between they have set their plant in Tamil Nadu, invested over Rs 4,000 Cr with a plan to increase this number by Rs 16,000 Cr, and in between will generate over 3000 to 4000 employment oppurtunities.
In its first phase, VinFast aims to produce 50,000 units annually, with plans to scale up to 1.5 lakh units in the future. The company also intends to make India its global export hub. The Thoothukudi-based plant is fully equipped with everything needed to build a car from the ground up, and it even includes dedicated logistics infrastructure to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
VF7
This premium electric SUV, launched at Rs 20.89 lakh (ex-showroom), is positioned to take on rivals like the Mahindra XEV 9e, Tata Harrier EV, and BYD Atto 3. It comes with two battery pack options - 59.6 kWh and 70.8 kWh - along with two drivetrain choices: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD). Packed with features, impressive range, and a premium design, it delivers everything one would expect from a vehicle priced above Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom).
VF6
The VF6 is a smaller electric SUV designed to compete in the mid-size segment, going up against models like the Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6, MG ZS EV, and Tata Curvv EV. Unlike the VF7, it comes with a single 59.6 kWh battery packpaired with a Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) drivetrain. Despite its compact size, it offers a premium feature set including Level 2 ADAS, electronic parking brake with auto-hold, 7 airbags, rain-sensing wipers, and a panoramic glass roof. Pricing starts at Rs 16.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base variant, while the top variant is priced at Rs 18.29 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Verdict
The VinFast VF6 and VF7 are both competitively priced, come equipped with several segment-first features, and offer an impressive driving range of over 500 km. However, to truly make their mark in the Indian EV space, these SUVs will require strong marketing and media presence. Currently, models like the Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra BE.06 enjoy greater visibility largely due to the trust and recognition Indian buyers have in homegrown brands. That said, VinFast's future plans for India look promising, and with the right strategy, they could become serious contenders in the growing EV market.
