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VinFast unveils VF 3 mini-SUV, offers free charging in ID

VinFast introduced its VF 3 mini-SUV at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2025, along with a free charging policy for EV users at VinFast-operated V-GREEN stations across Indonesia.

The VF 3 is priced at 227,65 million rupiah (US$13,92 million), excluding battery, with a 7,85 million rupiah (US$479.98) cash incentive for the first 1,000 buyers.

Deliveries begin in April 2025.

The free charging policy applies to VF 3 users until March 1, 2028, while VF e34 and VF 5 users can charge for free until Dec. 31, 2027.

Designed for urban commuting, the VF 3 has a range of 215 km on a full charge and can recharge from 10% to 70% in 36 minutes. It features a 10-inch touchscreen, paddle shifters, and a compact design.

VinFast, a subsidiary of Vietnam’s Vingroup, continues expanding in Indonesia, with plans for an EV assembly plant in the country.

Recent VinFast developments

Timeline
18-Jan-2025 🇮🇳 VinFast launches two EV models in India
  • VinFast launches VF 6 and VF 7 in India.
  • Manufacturing facility under construction in Tamil Nadu.
09-Dec-2024 🏭 VinFast to open second plant in VN, set to operate mid-2025
  • VinFast to build second plant in Ha Tinh, Vietnam.
  • New facility aims for 300,000 vehicles annually by 2025.
27-Nov-2024 ⚡ VinFast’s unaudited Q3 revenue up 49%
  • VinFast deliveries up 115% in Q3 2024.
  • Revenue rose 49.3% to $511.6M this quarter.
12-Nov-2024 💰 VinFast gets $3.5b boost by 2026
  • Vingroup pledges $1.4B to support VinFast.
  • Vuong adds $2.1B to help VinFast achieve independence.

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