Video Summary
The Pininfarina design body looks quite good.The back end looks fantastic and resembles a Mustang Mach-E.
There's room for a spare tire, but one isn't included; instead, a sealing kit is provided.
The non-powered liftgate is a bit old school.
This is the VF8 Eco, the base model.
The Plus model has 402 horsepower, boostable to around 450-460.
Rated range for the Eco is 450 kilometers, but realistically, it's closer to 375-400 km.
The Plus model with the larger wheel package gets a rated range of 390-400 km.
There’s plenty of room in the back for the kids, and the seats recline.
The dash materials are very nice.
The door panels are industry average.
The seats are a bit too soft, and there is not enough bolstering.
The steering wheel is high quality, with perforated leather.
The switchgear is out of BMW.
The drive select is from a GM pickup truck.
The screen is very similar to a Tesla, but perhaps the resolution isn’t as good.
It’s easy to use, with driving modes of Eco, Normal, and Sport; creep mode; and Regen, high and low.
To adjust the charge current, the car has to be plugged in while you’re charging.
The vehicle supports plug and charge authentication.
VinFast was building vehicles based on BMW platforms and engines.
VinFast's dealer network is terrible.
This, in Quebec, Canada, starts at $55,000, which is considered overpriced by about $6,000 - $7,000.
This is being leased for $500 a month (tax included, with zero down).
With $2,000 down, it’s around $400 a month (tax included).
This vehicle has 350 horsepower, dual motors, all-wheel drive, and an 87.7-kilowatt-hour battery.
It has a 150-155-kilowatt charge rate.
The ride quality is okay and comparable to a Model Y, but it’s stiffer than a BMW iX.
It took a week to run a credit check.
The reviewer thinks the automotive journalists have gotten it wrong with this vehicle.
It’s not perfect, but it’s a good average vehicle.
It would be a good first EV for most people.
The dealership experience needs improvement.
This is a good competitive package and deserves a chance.
