Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer Vinfast is all set to launch its new electric MPV, the VF MPV7 in India tomorrow. Ahead of its launch, the company has already started booking for the model, customers can reserve it by paying a token amount of Rs 21,000. Take a quick look at what you can expect from this upcoming Kia Carens Clavis EV and Mahindra XEV 9S rival.
winfast vf mpv7 India launch tomorrow: what to expect
The VF MPV7 will be positioned as a practical, family-focused electric vehicle. In this segment, it is expected to compete with models like Kia Carens Clavis EV, Mahindra XEV 9S and BYD eMax7.In terms of design, the MPV sports a boxy and upright stance. It features a clean bumper design at the front with vertically stacked LED headlamps and a full-width LED light bar. The side profile is defined by the long wheelbase, large glass area and extended roofline, while the full-width lighting theme continues at the rear. The India-spec model may feature smaller 18-inch wheels compared to the 19-inch units seen globally.Inside, the cabin is expected to offer a three-row, seven-seat layout with a clean dashboard design. Features like leatherette upholstery, soft-touch materials and two-tone finish are expected. The second row is expected to get reclining seats, while the foldable rear rows could free up around 1,240 liters of boot space depending on the configuration.
On the features front, the VF MPV7 is expected to be equipped with a 10.1-inch touchscreen that also serves as a head-up display, connected car technology, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as the instrument cluster. Other expected highlights include automatic climate control, a PM2.5 air filter, push-button start, and multiple USB Type-C ports. Safety features are likely to include multiple airbags, ABS, traction control, electronic stability control, hill hold assist and Level 2 ADAS.While official India-specific powertrain details are yet to be confirmed, the global-spec model is expected to use a 60.13 kWh battery pack mated to a front-mounted electric motor that produces 201 hp and 280 Nm of torque. It claims a driving range of up to 450 km (NEDC cycle) and supports DC fast charging up to 80 kW, allowing 10 to 80 percent charge in about 30 minutes. Similar specifications are expected for the India version.
