Video Summary
Here's the summary of the YouTube video:The VinFast VF 9 is all-wheel drive with a dual-motor electric powertrain producing 402 horsepower. The advertised range is 330 miles in eco mode with 0-62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
The VF 9 has Eco, Normal, and Sport drive modes. Eco mode has noticeably dulled throttle response and a delay from pressing the pedal to the car moving. Normal mode is the most balanced but still has the same acceleration lag. Sport mode has an initial lag with a throttle that is super sensitive. Driving in sport mode is a nauseating experience. Critics complain about poor handling and a bumpy suspension. The review Bobblehead shook violently due to the bumpy ride and uncomfortable suspension. Road noise was minimal, auto-steer/lane assist worked well.
Charging is done via CCS charging, but Tesla supercharger access is not yet available. Charging is said to be from 10-70% in 35 minutes, maximum charge rate is 160kw. Also, no preconditioning of the battery is available while navigating to a charger.
Interior aspects include: a comfortable second row with tons of legroom, though it may not be ideal for tall individuals. This car also offers ambient RGB lighting on the doors. On the rear seat, you can find an 8-inch screen to control features like media and climate settings. The test found that most EV's have a low, flat back seat but this model does not.
Regarding practical aspects, one can select either 6 seats (captain’s chairs) or 7 seats (a bench). It offers wireless phone charging, cupholders, a center console with two USB ports, a small glove box, and a tiny storage slot. Doors have soft close capabilities.
Noted tech issues include: a rear window not functioning and showing a degraded emergency braking system.
Overall, it's hard to recommend this car when more reliable alternatives exist. The reviewer finds the controls can be unresponsive, and his navigation failed on several occasions. He was also made aware of the high voltage resistor that provides a high performance rate.
In the reviewers opinion, the VinFast VF 9 is "VinLaggy". However, the 10 year/125,000 mile warranty is an upside. The car's MSRP is approximately $75,000.
