VinFast arrived in India in
September 2025 and immediately
disrupted the electric vehicle
market. The Vietnamese brand
has already become the fourth
largest EV manufacturer in India
— an extraordinary achievement
in such a short time. The VF6
and VF7 are its two most popular
models. Here is our complete
review of both.
Who Is VinFast
VinFast is Vietnam’s first global
automotive brand and one of
the world’s fastest growing
electric vehicle manufacturers.
Backed by Vingroup — Vietnam’s
largest conglomerate — VinFast
has committed to going fully
electric globally. In India
it offers three models — the
VF6 compact electric SUV the
VF7 midsize electric SUV and
the VF MPV 7 electric MPV.
VinFast VF6 — From ₹17.29 Lakh
Design
The VF6 has a distinctive
modern design with a V Face
LED DRL signature on the nose
that makes it instantly
recognisable as a VinFast.
The coupe like sloping roofline
chunky black cladding and
18 inch aerodynamic alloy
wheels give it a premium
sporty look. At 4241mm in
length it is a properly sized
midsize SUV despite the compact
positioning.
Battery and Range
The VF6 uses a 59.6kWh battery
pack in all variants. The base
Earth variant produces 177bhp
and 250Nm while the Wind Infinity
produces 201bhp and 310Nm.
ARAI claimed range is 464
to 480km depending on variant.
Real world range in Indian
conditions is 300 to 350km
in mixed driving — slightly
lower than claimed but adequate
for daily urban use.
Safety
The VF6 achieved 5 stars in
Bharat NCAP crash tests in
January 2026 for both adult
and child occupant protection.
7 airbags 360 degree camera
and Level 2 ADAS with highway
assist lane centering and
adaptive cruise control make
it genuinely safe.
Interior
The minimalist cabin features
a 12.9 inch touchscreen with
integrated Google apps and
voice assistant. Ventilated
front seats dual zone auto
AC panoramic glass roof and
a heads up display make it
well equipped. The flat floor
at the rear improves passenger
comfort significantly.
Price
The VF6 starts at ₹17.29 lakh
for the Earth variant going
up to ₹19.19 lakh for the
Wind Infinity. VinFast offers
75 percent buyback on ex
showroom price after 3 years
— an extraordinary ownership
assurance that significantly
reduces the financial risk
of buying a new brand.
VinFast VF7 — From ₹21.89 Lakh
The VF7 is the bigger more
powerful sibling of the VF6.
At 4545mm in length it is
significantly larger and more
suitable for families wanting
genuine space.
Performance Highlights
The VF7 Earth gets a 59.6kWh
battery with 175bhp for
affordable entry. The VF7
Sky AWD gets a 70.8kWh
battery with dual motors
producing 349bhp and 500Nm —
doing 0-100kmph in just 5.8
seconds. This makes the VF7
AWD the most powerful car
under ₹27 lakh in India —
extraordinary performance
at this price.
ARAI claimed range is up to
504km on the VF7. Real world
owners report approximately
380km in mixed conditions —
honest and practical for
Indian use.
The 75 Percent Buyback Scheme
VinFast’s most compelling offer
is the 75 percent buyback of
the ex showroom price after
3 years and 45,000 kilometres.
This means a VF7 bought at
₹21.89 lakh today can be
returned to VinFast for
approximately ₹16.40 lakh
after 3 years. This buyback
scheme makes VinFast ownership
the lowest total cost of
ownership electric car purchase
in India.
Three Years Free Charging
VinFast offers 3 years of
free fast charging at V Green
charging stations — now being
extended to March 2029. This
adds significant value over
the ownership period reducing
the running cost advantage
of EVs even further.
The One Honest Concern
VinFast’s service network
in India is still limited
compared to established brands.
The brand is expanding rapidly
but buyers outside major metros
should check the nearest
service centre before committing.
Owner feedback while generally
positive does mention that
real world range is slightly
below claimed figures especially
in summer heat.
VF6 vs VF7 — Which to Choose
Choose the VF6 if you want
a compact practical EV under
₹20 lakh with 5 star safety
and the VinFast buyback
guarantee. Choose the VF7
if you want more space better
range or the extraordinary
AWD performance variant.
Both benefit from VinFast’s
aggressive buyback and free
charging offers.
Verdict
VinFast’s rapid rise to become
India’s fourth largest EV
maker in under a year speaks
to the genuine value these
cars offer. The 75 percent
buyback scheme free charging
5 star safety ratings and
competitive pricing make
the VF6 and VF7 compelling
alternatives to established
brands. If VinFast can build
its service network to match
the product quality it has
every ingredient to become
a major force in India’s
electric vehicle market.
