VinFast Unveils VF3 Model Pricing, Competing for Title of Vietnam's Most Affordable Car. Vietnamese media reports that VinFast has officially announced the pricing of its VF3 model, aiming to become one of the cheapest cars in the Vietnamese market. From May 13th to May 15th, customers can order the VF3 at a special price of 235 million Vietnamese dong (for the battery leasing version) and 315 million Vietnamese dong (including the battery version). Customers who deposit early during this period also have the opportunity to choose a premium exterior color for free (equivalent to 8 million Vietnamese dong).
The VF3's direct competitor is the Wuling Mini EV, with a standard price of 239 million Vietnamese dong and a maximum price of 279 million Vietnamese dong. However, the Wuling Mini EV is currently discounted by about 60 million Vietnamese dong, lowering it to the lowest stage of approximately 189 million Vietnamese dong.
Compared to its direct competitor, the VinFast VF3 has received many positive reviews. For example, in terms of design, while the Wuling Mini EV is designed as a small and cute two-seater suitable for city driving, the VF3 brings a muscular appearance with many strong details typical of mini SUVs.
The VinFast VF3 also features a variety of functions and entertainment systems to meet the daily needs of urban users. For example, its 10-inch infotainment screen integrates Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
It's worth noting that despite its lower price, the VF3 has a range of up to 210 kilometers on a single charge. Meanwhile, the Wuling Mini EV's range is only 120-170 kilometers, depending on the version. Additionally, the VF3's battery charging time is only 30 minutes to reach 70%, while the Wuling Mini EV takes 6.5-9 hours to charge from 20-100%.
As a local Vietnamese car manufacturer, VinFast enjoys higher brand awareness and credibility in the Vietnamese market, posing a competitive challenge to the Wuling Mini EV.