With VinFast Philippines opening its first three dealerships in the country, it has also revealed the specs and pricing of its first product: the 2024 VF5.
The VF5 can be purchased outright at P 1,191,000 or with a monthly battery subscription fee for P 992,000.
This A-segment EV SUV is designed by Pininfarina and Torino Design. It comes in four colors: VinFast Blue, Brahminy White, Crimson Red, and Neptune Gray. Standard exterior features include automatic on/off halogen headlights with follow-me home function, power adjustable sideview mirrors with turn signal indicators, and 17-inch alloy wheels with 205/55R17 tires.
Being an urban-centric crossover, it offers ample ground clearance—168 mm. Its turning radius is also quite compact at 5.5 meters.
With a 2,514 mm wheelbase, it has ample space inside with a standard cargo capacity rated at 260 liters with the rear seats up. Drop the rear seats down and it goes up to 900 liters.
The front-mounted motor produces 100 kW (130 horsepower) and 135 Nm of torque giving it a 0 to 100 km/h time of 10.9 seconds. It has two driving modes—Eco and Sport. The 38.4-kWh (37.23 usable) means up to 326 kilometers between charges. And thanks to its fast-charge capability, it can be juiced up from 10 to 70 percent in just 30 minutes.
Inside, the VF5 comes with a 7-inch driver’s information center display and an 8-inch infotainment screen. The air conditioning system also comes with a PM2.5 filter. Safety features include blind spot detection with rear cross traffic alert as well as rear parking assist with a reverse camera.
The VF5 can be purchased through VinFast’s pioneering dealerships: VinFast Aseana, VinFast EDSA, and VinFast Alabang:
- VinFast Aseana (K1 Center)
K1 Prestige Bay
Bradco Avenue corner North Abueva St.,
ASEANA Business Park
Paranaque City - VinFast EDSA (EV Solutions)
333 EDSA corner Fordham
Wack-Wack Greenhills East
Mandaluyong City - VinFast Alabang (Autoflare)
Commerce Avenue corner Madrigal Avenue
Ayala Alabang
Muntinlupa City
These showrooms boast of a modern and luxurious design, featuring a dominant blue color that reflects the sophistication and class of the VinFast brand.
Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Ngoc, CEO of VinFast Philippines, shared: “The grand opening of VinFast’s first three dealerships in the Philippines marks a significant milestone in our journey to conquer the potential electric vehicle market here. The attention and support for VinFast in the past time has affirmed our brand appeal and potential in the Philippine market. With an increasingly expanding dealer network, VinFast is committed to bringing Filipino consumers high-quality products and dedicated service, contributing to promoting the electrification revolution and improving the quality of life.”
2024 VinFast VF5 Philippine Specs
- Wheelbase: 2,514 mm
- L x W x H: 3,967 mm x 1,723 mm x 1,578 mm
- Ground Clearance: 168 mm
- Minimum Turning Radius: 5.5 m
- Trunk Capacity: 260L (rear seat up), 900L (rear seats down)
- Engine: Motor x 1
- Maximum Output: 100 kW (130 horsepower)
- Maximum Torque: 135 Nm
- Battery Capacity: 38.4-kWh (37.23-kWh usable)
- Range: 326 kilometers (NEDC)
- Driving Modes: Eco / Sport
- Front Brakes: Ventilated Disc
- Rear Brakes: Disc
- Wheels & Tires: 205/55R17
- Steering: EPS
- Key Exterior Features: Halogen Headlights w/ Auto On/Off & Follow-Me Home, Power Adjust Sideview Mirror w/ Turn Signal Indicator.
- Key Interior Features: 8-inch Infotainment Screen, 7-inch Driver Information Center Display.
- Safety Features: Blind Spot Detection w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Parking Assist w/ Rearview Camera w/ Guidelines
How much does battery subscription cost? Can you swap batteries like Nio?
ReplyDeleteSo, I briefly dropped by the asean branch and asked the tentative pricing for the subscription basis. Which felt like they were either unsure if they will disclose to buyers or they don’t fully grasp the battery leasing arrangement that VF has.
ReplyDeleteIf my memory serves me right, the monthly plans would be:
1,500kms - ₱3800
3,000kms - ₱5k++
Unlimited range -₱13k
Assuming you got the base subscription and got it on loan for 5yrs. That would nearly match the 190k difference for the non-sub purchase. Might* make sense for city commutes. At a range of 300km and an average 50km per day. Even for those that would rely on establishments that provide free charging, could this be a sensible choice?
Apart from the reliability issues which I’ve been reading throughout the day. Thoughts?
Whats with the monthly battery subscription?..
ReplyDeleteWho is the brave Guinea pig willing to give this a try at a very attractive price.
ReplyDeleteSir Uly, have they released prices for the battery subscriptions?
ReplyDeleteHow much is a VF3?
ReplyDeleteCompetes directly with JAC Ytterby,Dongfeng Nammi and Wuling Bingo
ReplyDeleteGood pricing for the VF5 EV
Vinfast has a better deals among EV distributors in the Philippines. With it's battery subscription program means they are taking care of their customers for long haul. Unlike Chinese WPS invaders they are disposable after 8years.
ReplyDeleteBYD supplies EV battery for Tesla.
DeleteYour point?
Most tesla batteries supplied by its long time battery partner panasonic, LG solution, and a small percentage from CATL and BYD
DeleteI hope the other EV makers, chinese or western follow the MG unlimited battery and motor warranty.
ReplyDeleteEVs are not the answer. ICE and hybrids are way better options and you have that option.
ReplyDeleteMahina ang power
ReplyDeleteI personally don't trust vinfast, MG battery warranty. Not because they are bad companies but I don't think vinfast and MG will last long. MG went bankrupt before that is why a Chinese company was able to buy the trademark. I will only buy evs from legacy companies.
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