VinFast VF 8

The VinFast VF 8 (formerly named VinFast VF e35 and VinFast VF32) is a mid-size crossover electric SUV manufactured and marketed by VinFast of Vingroup from 2022.

VinFast VF8
Overview
ManufacturerVinFast
Also calledVinFast VF32
VinFast VF e35
Production2021–present
Model years2022–present
Assembly
DesignerPininfarina[1][2][3]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
Powertrain
Electric motorsingle or dual Permanent magnet Motor(s)
Power output
  • 201 hp (150 kW; 204 PS) (FWD)
  • 348 hp (260 kW; 353 PS) (Eco 4WD)
  • 402 hp (300 kW; 408 PS) (Plus 4WD)
Battery82 or 87.7 kWh (usable capacity)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,950 mm (116.1 in)
Length4,750 mm (187.0 in)
Width1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height1,660 mm (65.4 in)

History

The VF 8 model made its debut in the second half of January 2021 in the electric car lineup of the Vietnamese automaker VinFast, which also served as the prelude for a planned expansion to global markets.[4] First, VinFast will start collecting orders for the VF 8 in September 2021 in the domestic Vietnamese market, delivering the first copies in February 2022. Later, VinFast plans to expand sales globally; the VF 8 is scheduled to go on sale in June 2022 in markets including Europe, Australia, and the United States.[5]

VF 8 on display at Hillsdale in San Mateo, California

In the United States, VinFast has opened six dealerships in California on July 14, 2022 showing both the VF 8 and VF 9, with deliveries planned for fall 2022.[6] An assembly plant in Chatham County, North Carolina is planned to break ground in late summer 2022 and begin production by 2024.[7][8]

Design

The VF 8 is a crossover with round proportions combining chrome ornaments with a double strip of headlamps in the front of the body. Narrow LED daytime running lights are separated by a chrome bar, under which the rest of the headlamps are located.[9] The car was styled by Pininfarina; VinFast's design team was led by director David Lyons.[10]

Interior
Interior

The dashboard has a two-colour aesthetic, distinguished by avant-garde designed switches of driving modes in the centre tunnel, as well as a large multimedia system touch display.[11] The traditional instrument panel has been replaced by the central multimedia screen and a head-up display projected on the windshield.[10]

Drivetrain

The VF 8 is available with multiple traction motor arrangements. In the United States, the VF 8 has a dual-motor all-wheel-drive arrangement, with output of either 348 hp (260 kW; 353 PS) and 368 lb⋅ft (499 N⋅m) ("Eco" model) or 402 hp (300 kW; 408 PS) and 457 lb⋅ft (620 N⋅m) ("Plus").[6] In Vietnam, the VF 8 is also available in a single-motor variant with front-wheel drive, producing 201 hp (150 kW; 204 PS) and 236 lb⋅ft (320 N⋅m).[11][12]

The first batteries used in the VF 8 are from Samsung SDI.[13] VinFast plans to add its own battery factory by August 2022.[7] Both the "Eco" and "Plus" models are available with one of two traction battery options: "standard range", with 82 kW-hr usable, or "extended range", with 87.7 kW-hr usable (90 kW-hr gross).[14][15] The estimated range depends on the powertrain and battery combination, ranging from 248 mi (399 km) ("Plus, standard range") to 292 mi (470 km) ("Eco, extended range")[14] under the WLTP cycle.[15] For the United States, the batteries are leased separately from the vehicle to reduce purchase costs and alleviate concerns regarding traction battery degradation. VinFast have stated they will replace a leased battery if it falls below 70% of initial capacity. Eventually, VinFast plan to offer the vehicle with a purchased battery.[16]

References
  1. "VinFast and Pininfarina detail VF 8 and VF 9 designs". NewsDirect. March 2, 2022. Retrieved May 9, 2022.
  2. "VinFast, Two New Models Designed by Pininfarina". Auto Design Magazine. September 27, 2021. Retrieved May 9, 2022.
  3. Warrick, Jack (March 2, 2022). "Vinfast and Pininfarina detail new VF 8 and VF 9 electric SUVs". Autocar. Retrieved May 9, 2022.
  4. "Vietnam's VinFast reveals trio of electric SUVs, including 2 for US". Archived from the original on January 7, 2022. Retrieved January 24, 2021.
  5. "Vietnam's VinFast unveils 3 all-electric SUVs with self-driving capabilities". January 23, 2021. Retrieved January 24, 2021.
  6. Miller, Caleb (July 8, 2022). "VinFast to Open Six EV Showrooms in California, Targets Fall Deliveries". Car and Driver. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  7. "Vietnam's VinFast to shift legal HQ to Singapore ahead of first exports to Europe, U.S." Automotive News Europe. Reuters. May 24, 2022. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  8. Miller, Caleb (March 29, 2022). "Vietnam's VinFast to Build 2 EVs at New Factory in North Carolina". Car and Driver. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  9. "VinFast VF31, VF32, VF33 revealed – Vietnamese electric SUVs with Level 4 autonomous driving". Retrieved January 24, 2021.
  10. Scherr, Elana (April 28, 2022). "VinFast Is Going All-Electric, and Worldwide, at Full Speed". Car and Driver. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  11. "VinFast VF33, VF32, VF31 – Vietnam Electric SUVs For The USA". Retrieved January 24, 2021.
  12. Markus, Frank. "2023 VinFast VF e35 and VF e36 First Look: Vietnamese EVs". Motor Trend. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  13. "VinFast Moving HQ to Singapore to Prepare for First Exports". May 25, 2022.
  14. Yoney, Domenick (April 26, 2022). "VinFast VF8 Prototype First Drive: Half A World And Months Away". Inside EVs. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  15. Paukert, Chris (April 26, 2022). "2023 VinFast VF 8 First Drive Review: Testing Vietnam's First EV for America". Road/Show. CNet. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
  16. Paukert, Chris (April 14, 2022). "VinFast's Confusing Battery Subscription and Vehicle Pricing Explained". Road/Show. CNet. Retrieved July 11, 2022.
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