VinFast to launch smallest EV, VF 3 mini-SUV, in India this year
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast will introduce its ultra-compact VF 3 electric mini-SUV in India later in 2026, expanding a local range that already includes the VF 6 and VF 7. The VF 3 packs an 18.6kWh battery, a claimed 210 km range, 43 bhp and a 10-inch touchscreen.
What happened
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast plans to launch its ultra-compact VF 3 electric mini-SUV in India later this year, expanding its local EV range after the VF 6 and
Key facts
- 18.6kWh battery
- 210 km range
- 43 bhp
- 110 Nm
- 16-inch wheels
- 10-inch touchscreen
Why this matters
The VF 3 launch deepens VinFast's India footprint and invites partnership or localization opportunities in the entry-EV space, while raising competitive pressure against domestic micro-SUV incumbents.
What to watch
- Official ex-showroom price under INR 8-10 lakh
- Booking/pre-order volumes in first 30 days
- Expansion of service centers beyond metros
- FAME/state EV subsidy eligibility confirmation
- Competitor discount or new entry-EV variant launches
- Watch for VinFast India pricing disclosure vs Tata/MG entry EVs
- Track dealer and charging-partner announcements (BP/other) to gauge network readiness
- Monitor incumbent OEM promotional response (Tata, MG, Mahindra) on entry EVs
- Assess local assembly/CKD plans to confirm price competitiveness under Indian duties