VinFast, a Vietnamese EV manufacturer, has launched its VF6 and VF7 models in India, with introductory prices set at Rs 16.49 lakh and Rs 20.89 lakh respectively. This marks the brand’s first premium launch in the Indian market. The company is positioning itself to compete with prominent automotive manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, BYD, and SAIC Motor Corp. VinFast CEO, Pham Sanh Chau, highlighted that the ‘Made in India’ vehicles would be exported across South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Bookings for the VF6 and VF7 started in July with an initial booking amount of Rs 21,000. VinFast has already partnered with 13 dealer groups to establish 32 dealerships in 27 cities, with plans to expand the network to 35 dealerships by the close of 2025.
**Vehicle Specifications:**
**VF 6:**
* **Earth Trim:** Rs 16,49,000 (59.6 KWH Battery, Black Interior, FWD)
* **Wind Trim:** Rs 17,79,000 (59.6 KWH Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
* **Wind Infinity Trim:** Rs 18,29,000 (59.6 KWH Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
**VF 7:**
* **Earth Trim:** Rs 20,89,000 (59.6 KWH Battery, Black Interior, FWD)
* **Wind Trim:** Rs 23,49,000 (70.8 kWh Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
* **Wind Infinity Trim:** Rs 23,99,000 (70.8 kWh Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
* **Sky Trim:** Rs 24,99,000 (70.8 kWh Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
* **Sky Infinity Trim:** Rs 25,49,000 (70.8 kWh Battery, Mocca Brown Interior, FWD)
**Comparison of EV Models:**
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