VinFast reveals India operations plan: VF7 debut, production capacity, bookings & more
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast is all set to begin its India journey with the launch of its VF7 electric SUV, followed by the VF6. Bookings for both models are slated to commence later this month. The company had earlier showcased its products at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo and has now confirmed its initial product lineup, manufacturing plans, and retail strategy for India.
VinFast’s debut in India: Initial roadmap
VinFast’s Indian operations will be supported by a new manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. To set up this plant, the company has invested USD 500 million in the first phase. As for the production capacity, the plant will initially be capable of rolling out 50,000 vehicles per year, with future plans to scale up to 1,50,000 units. The vehicles will be assembled locally as CKD units.In addition to launching its EVs, VinFast is also laying the groundwork for establishing its presence in the country. The carmaker plans to establish a strong dealership and service network across the country.
VinFast VF7 to debut first in India
The company has confirmed that the VF7 will be the first model to go on sale. The model was also showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo in early 2025. Speaking of the model itself, globally, the VF7 is offered in two variants: Eco and Plus. The Eco variant gets a front-wheel drive setup with a single motor producing 201 bhp and 310 Nm of torque, while the Plus variant gets a dual-motor all-wheel drive layout generating 349 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. Both versions are powered by a 75.3 kWh battery pack. As for the features, the VF7 gets a D-cut steering wheel, a button-style central console, and a dual-tone theme in brown and black. The Eco trim is equipped with a 12.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the Plus comes with a larger 15-inch display. Both variants include ADAS suite, a panoramic sunroof, a head-up display, and over-the-air update support, among other features.The claimed range for the Eco is 450 km on a single charge, whereas the Plus variant delivers 431 km. Final specifications for the India-spec model will be revealed at launch, along with pricing and warranty details. Besides that, it also remains to be seen whether VinFast will bring its global battery subscription model to India. We can expect more at the time of the official launch.
