VinFast, the Vietnamese automaker, is set to launch the VF3 in the Indian market. It is expected to be the most affordable electric vehicle in India. Reports suggest that its launch could take place in the third quarter of 2026, with an ex-showroom price in India ranging between ₹7.5 lakh and ₹10 lakh.
Exterior
The VF3 features a closed grille for typical EV styling; it features a V-shaped LED signature across the headlights, creating a unique identity. Its boxy headlights enhance the rugged mini-SUV feel and thick black bumper that adds toughness and SUV character.
It features a boxy silhouette that gives a rugged feel. It had short length and tall height, which made it look stronger as well as upright. It gets flared wheel arches that give it an SUV appeal and runs on 16-inch alloy wheels. The 2-door layout makes it compact and city-friendly.
On the back, connected LED tail lamps are joined by a V-shape strip. The rear bumper is chunky, which adds ruggedness. The V-shape garnishment on the tailgate mirrors its upfront look. It features a wide-stance look that makes it appear bigger than it actually is.
Interior
The cabin design is minimal yet modern; it focuses on practicality and daily usability instead of luxury. For comfort, it gets a 4-seater layout for a small family with ample legroom, headroom and shoulder room. It features an upright seating position for the driver seat, which gives better visibility like an SUV.
For convenience, it gets a 10-inch touch screen, which works as both an infotainment system for passengers and a digital cluster for drivers. Features a manual AC and a full digital cockpit to make it modern and clutter-free, and also connected features that include navigation and smartphone integration.
To ensure the safety of occupants, it has multiple airbags. It does have ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control and hill-start assist, rear parking sensors and a reverse camera. The top trim is also expected to get the basic ADAS features such as lane assist and emergency braking.
Dimensions
The length is 3,190 mm, which is smaller than a hatchback but makes it super easy to drive in the city and on tight roads. The width of 1679 mm is slightly wider compared to other micro SUVs such as the MG Comet, which provides it with better cabin space and stability.
The height is 1622 mm, making its road presence long and resulting in giving good headroom and a commanding driving position. The wheelbase, the distance between the front and rear wheel, is 2075 mm, quite good in the segment and helps with good stability.
Despite being a small electric vehicle, it features a group clearance of 191 mm. For Indian road conditions, it is quite good and very high among the micro all-electric cars. It helps in easily navigating through speed breakers and pothole holes.
Specification
It features a permanent magnet electric motor that is mounted with a rear axle. The drivetrain is a rear-wheel-drive configuration, and the transmission is a single-speed automatic. The power output is 39 bhp, which is lower but sufficient for city driving, and the torque is 110 Nm, which is good for stop-go traffic and overtaking at low speeds.
It gets an 18.64 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery. On full charge it gives a range of 215 km, making it ideal for office-going people and college-going aspirants. Its top speed is 100 km/h, and its acceleration timing for 0-50 km is 5.3 seconds.
Its electrical architecture is 300-volt and supports fast and home charging; with a DC charger of 50 KW, it takes only 36 minutes to charge from 10% to 70%, and the AC charger of 5.6 KW will take 7-8 hours for a full charge.
The date for the VinFast VF3 launch in India is yet to be confirmed; all the details shared above are based on the one available in the international market. To stay updated, make sure to stay connected with our social media.
