VinFast has used CES to release additional information about the upcoming VF 6 and VF 7.
Both models are slated to be launched later this year and the VF 6 is a tiny crossover that measures 166.9 inches (4,239 mm) long, 71.7 inches (1,821 mm) wide, and 62.8 inches (1,595 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 107.5 inches (2,730 mm). To put those numbers into perspective, the model is slightly shorter than the outgoing Chevrolet Trax, but has a 6.9 inch (175 mm) longer wheelbase.
Putting dimensions aside, the entry-level VF 6 Eco features a 59.6 kWh battery that powers a front-mounted electric motor developing 174 hp (130 kW / 177 PS) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque. VinFast expects this will enable the crossover to have a WLTP range of 399 km (248 miles).
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Customers looking for more performance can opt for the VF 6 Plus, which features the aforementioned battery as well as a more powerful motor with 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 228 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque. While the extra power is welcome, the performance comes at a cost as the WLTP range is expected to drop to 381 km (237 miles).
In terms of equipment, the VF 6 Eco will have 17-inch wheels while the Plus will ride on larger 19-inchers. Both models will also have a 12.9-inch infotainment system as well as driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control, lane centering assist, highway driving assist, and emergency lane keep assist.
VF 7 Offers More Power, Range And Available AWD
The VF 7 is a significant step up in terms of size and performance. It measures 178.9 inches (4,544 mm) long and has a 111.8 inch (2,840 mm) wheelbase, which makes it 1.7 inches longer than the latest BMW X1. While it’s not that much larger than the German, the VF 7 has an extra 5.8 inches (147 mm) between the wheels.
The entry-level Eco variant features a 75.3 kWh battery and it’s paired with a front-mounted electric motor developing 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 228 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque. VinFast is targeting a WLTP range of 450 km (280 miles) with this setup.
The VF 7 Plus uses the same battery pack, but it powers a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with 348 hp (260 kW / 353 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque. The extra oomph is expected to drop the range to 431 km (268 miles).
Much of the equipment carries over from the VF 6, but the VF 7 Eco rides on larger 19-inch wheels. The VF 7 Plus trades those for 20-inchers and the range-topping variant also eschews the 12.9-inch infotainment system for a larger 15-inch display.
VinFast is keeping pricing under wraps, but the company will begin accepting reservations for the VF 6 and VF 7 in March.
