VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
VinFast Electric Vehicles of Vietnam has made waves globally with the launch of their flagship VF e34 Electric SUV model, recently seen being tested in India.
This 4.3-metre C-segment SUV is powered by a 42 kWh battery pack with an estimated 318 km range and right-hand drive configuration.
VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV | Powertrain
VinFast of Vietnam has announced their intentions to enter the Indian EV market, beginning construction of their facility in Tamil Nadu and unveiling their inaugural electric car by 2022. A test mule for VinFast’s maiden electric SUV VF e34 has already been seen on Indian roads multiple times.
This C-segment electric SUV will challenge Tata Nexon EV, Mahindra XUV400 and Kia Seltos when it arrives on our shores. The VF e34 may feature one electric motor capable of producing up to 148bhp and 242Nm torque; with LFP’s battery pack offering an expected range of 318 km per charge.
The vehicle will feature several safety features such as Anti-Lock Braking System, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, Day/Night Rear View Mirror, Seat Belt Warning as well as Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity as well as multifunctional driver’s display.
Pricing-wise, the VF e34 will come equipped with an innovative battery subscription plan. In exchange for an $82 monthly fee and commitment not to drive more than 1400km a month, the company will replace its lithium-ion battery pack if its recharge capacity falls below 70%.VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV | Safety
Regarding safety features, the VF e34 comes equipped with features such as six airbags, an anti-lock braking system, electronic stability control and support for horizontal departure warning. Furthermore, an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) offers features like lane assist, parking assistant assistance and vehicle tracking to provide added peace of mind to drivers and passengers alike.VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam at the rear provide for front-wheel drive operation with 180 millimeter ground clearance, along with LED daytime running lights, roof rails, and smoked tail lamps. Onboard it also features LED daytime running lights, roof rails, LED daytime running lights, roof rails, LED daytime running lights, roof rails and smoked tail lamps as standard equipment. Inside is an 11-inch vertical touchscreen infotainment system featuring digital instrument display plus gear selector; connecting with an owner’s smartphone allows remote software updates as well as vehicle status updates as vehicle status warnings such as vehicle status/warnings/tyre pressure monitoring/itinerary planning/charging station location guides etc.VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
As for its advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), the VF e34 offers features like lane assist, parking assistant, and smart keys which automatically open doors upon approaching them. Furthermore, its real time tracking and notifications can alert drivers if their vehicle comes too close to objects or people nearby.VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
VinFast has taken bold steps into the Indian market, including plans to construct an EV factory in Tamil Nadu and invest up to $2 billion. Furthermore, their VF e34 vehicle has been seen testing on Indian roads – suggesting its launch could come soon!VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV
VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV | Design
The VF e34 is a C-segment electric SUV designed to compete against vehicles such as Tata’s Nexon EV and Mahindra’s XUV400. Powered by one 110kW electric motor producing 242 Nm of torque, its 41.9kWh LFP battery pack boasts an impressive range of 318 km.
This car can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in under nine seconds and comes equipped with several driver-oriented features, including Level-2 ADAS, twin USB charging ports, auto climate control, connected car technology, high definition instrument cluster and 360 degree camera.
VinFast e34 comes equipped with an intelligent virtual assistant developed by VinBigData, part of Vingroup’s technology ecosystem. This virtual assistant supports multi-regional Vietnamese accent recognition for convenient voice control of various vehicle functions.
Other smart features of the car include auto e-call, intrusion alert and time-fencing; its parking assist system offers audible and visual warning before backing into a space; it can locate charging stations and authorized dealerships nearby as well as monitor battery status/charge history – and help diagnose potential problems while providing tips to avoid them.
VinFast VF e34 Electric SUV | Features
The Vietnamese carmaker will launch its first right-hand drive EV, the VF e34, for sale in Indonesia starting June and later this year in Thailand.
VinFast is providing its VF e34 customers with an extended 10-year warranty and battery subscription model, designed to make it more affordable by splitting out the cost of battery use from that of purchasing an electric vehicle (EV). Users will pay a monthly fixed fee to use and recharge it at home or VinFast charging stations – when capacity drops below 70% it will automatically be exchanged without incurring additional charges.
Priced at approximately RM156k, the VF e34 will compete against cars such as the BYD Atto 3, Chery Omoda E5 and MG ZS EV. Measuring 4,300mm long by 1,768 wide by 1,611 high with a 2,611 wheelbase and boasting 165mm ground clearance clearance, it measures 4,300 mm long overall.
It features a 110 kW/242 Nm electric motor to drive its front wheels while its 42 kWh battery claims to provide an estimated range of 318 km on one charge. MacPherson front and torsion bar rear suspension improve handling while inside, the VF e34 will feature a vertically-stacked 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring fully digital driver’s display among other creature comforts.
