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VinFast Sets April 15 India Launch for VF MPV 7, a 7-Seat Electric People-Mover

The seven-seat EV targets value buyers with long range and low-cost ownership perks.

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VinFast began operations in India late last year by importing kits of VF6 and VF7 electric SUVs, which are being assembled at its manufacturing facility in Toothikudi, Tamil Nadu | Kushan Mitra, ThePrint

Overview

  • VinFast says the VF MPV 7 launches in India on Wednesday, April 15, with bookings already open for Rs 21,000.
  • CarWale reports that deliveries will begin immediately after the launch.
  • The MPV uses a 60.13 kWh battery and a 204 hp motor for a claimed 500+ km range, and it supports 80 kW DC fast charging from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes.
  • Early test drives note missing features at launch, including no instrument cluster, no ADAS, no sunroof, and no ventilated or powered seats.
  • VinFast is pairing value offers such as a 10-year warranty, free charging through 2029, and a fleet-focused Limo Green trim with rapid India build-out and sales that reached 688 units in March, per Vahan data.