The VinFast VF9, a three-row electric SUV, is set to launch in September 2024 with a $10,000 price drop. Starting at $71,000, the VF9 offers up to a 330-mile range, luxurious features like a panoramic roof, and rapid charging capabilities. Competing with models like the Kia EV9 and Rivian R1S, the VF9 delivers 402 horsepower and advanced tech, making it a strong contender in the electric SUV market.
- VinFast VF9 Overview:
- The VinFast VF9 is the second electric SUV from Vietnamese automaker VinFast.
- The VF9 is a three-row crossover that was initially expected to launch in late 2023.
- Pricing Updates:
- VinFast has reduced the VF9’s price by $10,000, with the base Eco trim now starting at $71,000.
- The Plus trim, offering additional luxury features, is priced at $75,000.
- Key Features:
- Both trims include a 15.6-inch touchscreen, head-up display, and 13-speaker sound system.
- The Plus trim adds a panoramic glass roof, vegan leather seats, 21-inch wheels (vs. 20-inch on the Eco), and premium seating options with memory, ventilation, and massage functions.
- Launch Timeline:
- Deliveries are expected to start in September 2024.
- Despite the late launch, the VF9 will be marketed as a 2024 model.
- Specifications:
- EPA-certified range: 330 miles (Eco trim) and 291 miles (Plus trim).
- Powered by a 123.0-kWh battery pack, with dual motors delivering 402 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque.
- Acceleration: 0-62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
- Fast charging: 10% to 70% in 35 minutes via a DC fast charger.
- Market Competition:
- The VF9 will compete with three-row electric SUVs like the Kia EV9 and Rivian R1S.
