Selling price
Regarding the selling price, VinFast VF 7 is being distributed at a price of 850 million VND for the VF7S version without battery and 999 million VND for the version including battery. Meanwhile, the battery rental version of VF7 Plus will cost from 999 million VND.
Design
VinFast VF 7 stands out with the Vietnamese brand’s signature bird-wing shaped LED light strip. In addition, the front of the car is designed to sweep backwards in a coupe style.
VinFast VF 7 has dimensions of length x width x height of 4,545 mm x 1,890 mm x 1,635.75mm, respectively, and a ground clearance of 190mm.
The interior space of VF 7 is spaciously designed with a 12.9-inch touch entertainment screen, a HUD information display system, and a two-color D-cut steering wheel.
Battery life and charging points
As shared in the previous experience on the VinFast VF 6 electric car model, the biggest advantage of VinFast electric cars today lies in the ubiquitous charging stations. During this trip, I mostly looked for charging station locations with high capacity to shorten the waiting time. This saves more time than expected.
Regarding battery life, in this experience I still applied the test method by turning on the electrical equipment and air conditioning in the car under normal conditions, then moving at speeds from 60km/h to 90km/h. According to statistics, at a speed of 60 km/h, each 1% battery will move 7 km. In addition, at a speed of 90 km/h, each 1% battery will travel 4.5 km. This consumption level is quite common on current electric car models.
Realistic experience
Besides the impressive technical specifications, what many people care about when experiencing an electric car is the feeling of driving, the comfort of the interior and especially the experience of the person sitting in the back. VinFast VF 7 has brought plus points but also has points that need improvement.
The first point to mention is the cockpit space. VinFast VF 7 has a spacious and airy cockpit. Sophisticated design with optimized A-pillar, providing spacious visibility, limiting blind spots, helping the driver easily observe. This is a big plus, bringing a feeling of safety and comfort to the driver.
Moving to the second row, VinFast VF 7 continues to impress with its spacious space. During the experience trip, I carried 3 more colleagues in the back seat, but it still provided comfort on the long journey. This shows that VF 7 is suitable for both family or business trips with many passengers.
However, besides the plus points, VinFast VF 7 also has some points that need improvement. First is the small size of the rearview mirror in the car, because this is a coupe-shaped car, so the rearview mirror in the car is quite small, making it a bit difficult for the driver to see. vehicles behind, especially when moving in crowded cities.
In addition, the car’s mirror is also asymmetrical when the right side mirror is placed lower than the left side, although in reality it does not affect safety when traveling.
In addition, although the VF 7’s entertainment screen is equipped with a large 12.9-inch touch screen, it does not yet support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – features that many people expect. This makes the in-car entertainment experience limited. In addition, VinFast also favors equipping users with a sharp HUD system, helping users easily observe when traveling on the road.
VinFast VF 7 has brought me an impressive driving experience, combining excitement and smoothness, making me unable to help but praise this electric car model. From the first time I drove, I was attracted by the powerful acceleration of the VF 7.
Even though it has been adjusted to Eco mode, the car still surprises those new to electric car experience with its flexibility and power. When switching to Sport mode, VF 7 really explodes. The electric motor with 349 horsepower and 500Nm of torque brings tremendous power, making the driver stunned by its “mix” and impressive acceleration. Just stepping on the accelerator lightly, VF 7 jumped forward, easily surpassing other models on the road. This feeling really surpasses that of internal combustion engine cars in the same price range, even making me think of luxury sports cars like Porsche or Maserati.
Besides the powerful electric motor, the VF 7’s suspension system is also designed to be soft, helping to bring a smooth feeling even when traveling through rough roads. Whether it’s a pothole or a pothole, the VF 7 handles it gently, bringing comfort to both the driver and passengers.
The steering wheel on VF 7 is also fine-tuned to suit the needs of Vietnamese users. The steering wheel is light when moving in the street, making it easy for the driver to control, and tightens when moving at high speed, bringing a feeling of safety and stability. This is a plus point showing VinFast’s understanding of the market and the needs of Vietnamese users.
When traveling at high speed, the driver will easily feel the sound of the wind rushing on the right side of the vehicle. This can be improved by turning on music, but for demanding drivers, this is still a more demanding point..
Safety equipment
Compared to other car models in the same segment, VinFast VF 7 possesses a series of outstanding safety technologies including 8 airbags and safety features such as electronic balance, hill start assist, and anti-rollover. (ROM)… In particular, the Plus version has an ADAS advanced driving assistance technology package with 11 basic features and 15 advanced features including adaptive cruise monitoring, lane departure warning, and collision warning. ahead, vehicle warning rear cross-traffic, blind spot warning, door opening warning, automatic braking, 360-degree camera…
Thanks to the above safety features, drivers feel secure when traveling on long distances.
Summary
With a price of 850 million VND for the VF 7S version and 990 million VND for the VF 7 Plus, VinFast VF 7 is an attractive choice in the C-size Crossover segment. Because this car model possesses many features that users like such as design, Sporty, youthful design, impressive acceleration, equipped with a series of leading safety technologies.
In addition, VinFast’s nationwide charging station system is also a big plus, solving concerns about charging problems for electric vehicle users.
However, VF 7 also has some points that need improvement to provide a more optimal user experience. The car’s noise resistance is still not really good, wind noise can affect the driving experience, especially when traveling at high speed. In addition, the rearview mirror design can make it difficult for the driver to see behind, and needs to be adjusted to enhance visibility.