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Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has officially marked its entry into the Indian retail space with the launch of its first showroom in the country. The facility is located in the Piplod area of Surat, Gujarat, and spans 3,000 sq. ft., serving as a one-stop hub for showcasing products, vehicle purchases, and after-sales support.The showroom will offer visitors a preview of VinFast’s upcoming electric SUVs, the VF 6 and VF 7, which are now available for pre-booking. Customers can book either model online on the company’s website or at the dealership itself by paying a fully refundable booking amount of Rs 21,000.VinFast has ambitious plans for its India operations. It aims to establish 35 dealerships across over 27 cities by the end of this year. The company is also in the process of building a local plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, which will handle the assembly of the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs.
The VinFast VF 7 will be the first to launch among the two. This five-seater SUV gets a crossover design with signature V-shaped LED lighting. It is expected to be offered in two variants: Eco and Plus. The Eco trim features a single motor setup that delivers 204 hp and drives the front wheels, while the Plus version comes with dual motors producing 354 hp and gets all-wheel drive. Both versions are powered by a 75.3kWh battery, offering a claimed range of up to 450 km (Eco) and 431 km (Plus).With its eyes set on creating a comprehensive EV ecosystem in India, VinFast plans to invest in charging infrastructure, service networks, and retail outlets, not just in metros but also in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Source: Times of India
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