The Indian automotive landscape has just been electrified – quite literally, with a stunning showcase of the 2025 VinFast VF-7 at the India Mobility Expo 2025. Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) brand VinFast, which has stormed the global EV market with a loud and proud entry, unveiled the VF-7, along with the VF-8, setting the stage for a futuristic electric vehicle market with affordable, high-tech products in India.
But what’s turning heads? And now a premium equipped electric SUV, all set to be priced in between ₹15-18 lakhs — the same as you’d spend on the top end of a Maruti WagonR or Swift! Let’s dive deep.
A Design That Shouts “Global Luxury
At the start, it’s clear to see that the VF-7 shares no resemblance with any average budget SUV. It’s a coupe-style electric SUV with more than a hint of attitude, and it provides international vibes from all angles. Let the road troops know who you are with a sloping roofline, piano black cladding, those stylish flap door handles and arrow-design 20-inch alloys. At the front, you are greeted by those neat LED DRLs, projector headlamps and the sharp V logo from VinFast, which cuts through the grille nicely. The rear is accompanied by connected LED tail lamps, lower and higher sporty cladding as well as a high-mount stop lamp, with a premium black with silver colour contrast dual tone theme all around. While VinFast doesn’t skimp on the luxury touches, it’s also smartly omitted fog lamps — the projector setup is positioned so low and wide enough that a separate set of lights is unnecessary.
Designed for ‘Global Luxury
Because the VF-7 isn’t your average budget SUV, not even remotely close. As a coupe-style electric SUV, the VF-7 feels as international as any VN Genius can get from every angle. Between that sloping roofline, the piano black cladding, the cool flap door handles, and the 20-inch alloys with that smart Arrow design, the VF-7 always looks larger and larger than life when it’s on the road. It’s what we do with all the chrome and visual elements we suspect. The front fascia greets you with slick LED DRLs, projector headlamps, and V, the VinFast logo that’s styled stylishly through the grille. At the rear, the connected LED tail lamps, sporty cladding, and high-mount stop lamp come with this premium black and silver finish throughout. Yet, VinFast skipped the fog lamps because the projector setup is too low and wide.
Cabin With International Fit & Finish And Tech Galore
Although the model seen in India is the international left-hand-drive version, the interior isn’t too dissimilar to what buyers in India can expect. The dashboard design is minimal and uncluttered with a huge touchscreen infotainment system, two-spoke steering wheel and ventilated leather seats. It’s a premium, but easy-to-use, layout — with 3 cupholders, textured finishes, and full armrests for both rows. The steering wheel makes a show of the VinFast badge, and behind it, a presumably connected experience awaits with a horse stable of driving modes. If you skip the sunroof, a moonroof is available, further contributing to the airy, luxurious feel.
Powertrain: Two Options, Both Good Choices
The VF-7 will be available in two versions: Eco and. Eco Variant Single motor Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)201 bhp & 310 Nm torquePlus Variant Dual motor setup All-Wheel Drive (AWD)349 bhp & 500 Nm torqueThere’s a 75.3 kWh battery pack underneath the floor, which will exclusively power both versions . The real-world range figures from VinFast are: Eco Variant – Up to 450 kmPlus Variant – Around 480 kmThat’s the kind of range that, at least on paper and at this price point, puts the VF-7 into the same class as not just ICE SUVs, but some of the best known EVs from more established brands, like BYD or Tata.
ADAS Level 2 & Other High-End Safety
But VinFast isn’t skimping on safety and smarts. The VF-7 is standard Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System equipped. This includes: Adaptive cruise control, Lane-keeping assist, Blind-spot monitoring system with 360° cameraForward collision warning based on Radar. There are disc brakes in all the wheels, parking sensors and blind spot detection mirrors also—(it’s on par or better than what the luxury EVs costing ₹25L+ range are offering now.
Expected Launch & Pricing: GameChanger?
VinFast has not made an official announcement around a date for launch, but it could be unveiled in December 2025. It is entering India strategically — with a global product portfolio, plans to assemble locally and potential partnerships in service and sales. What is stunning — in a good way — is the targeted price of ₹15–18 lakh (ex-showroom). For the features and nearly 500 km of drive I get, I think this pricing is pretty competitive, undercutting rivals like the Hyundai Kona, MG ZS EV and the BYD Atto 3, and coming pretty close to the Maruti Brezza and Tata Nexon EV levels. With the VF-7, VinFast isn’t simply showing up in India — it’s showing up and making a statement. Assuming the production model carries over the promised features and aggressive pricing, it looks set to reset the budget E-SUV market. Luxury design? Check. High-end tech? Check. Nearly 500 km range? Check. All at WagonR prices? Meet the 2025 VinFast VF-7.Stay tuned to newcarlaunch.com for all the latest in launches, test drives, and full specs, as the VF-7 inches onto Indian roads.