A VinFast VF9 on the road in the US. The car received a certificated EPA range of 330 miles for the Eco trim and 291 miles for the Plus trim when fully charged. — Photo courtesy of the company

Vietnamese auto maker VinFast announced that the VF9 has a certificated EPA range of 330 miles for the Eco trim and 291 miles for the Plus trim when fully charged. The certified ranges outperform VinFast’s initial estimates, affirming its efforts to improve product quality and provide the best experience to its customers.

The VF9 is a full-size, seven-passenger, all-electric SUV, with an MSRP of US$83,000 and $91,000 for the Eco and Plus models, respectively.

The VF9 sports a modern exterior design by Pininfarina that optimises aerodynamics and combines with a meticulous and sophisticated interior integrated with advanced technologies to enable comfort for every passenger. The electric motor has a maximum output of up to 300kW (402 horsepower) and a maximum torque of 620Nm, providing a powerful and exciting driving experience.

The VF9 comes equipped with an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) and includes level 2 features, as well as a suite of intelligent utility and entertainment applications (Smart Services) that are continuously updated. The VF9 has been delivered to customers in the Vietnamese market and is available for reservations globally. It is expected to be delivered to customers in North America in Q4, 2023. — VNS