Overview
- On Monday, multiple Indian outlets published the VF 9 design patent showing VinFast has formally filed to protect the SUV’s exterior and some technical details in India.
- The patent describes a roughly five-metre, three-row SUV with 184 mm unladen ground clearance, making it the largest model in VinFast’s lineup.
- Documented mechanical claims include a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system rated about 402 bhp and 620 Nm, a 123 kWh battery and a WLTP-claimed range near 626 km.
- Charging and safety details in the filing list 6.6 kW single-phase and 11 kW three-phase AC charging, DC fast charging that can take the battery from 10 to 70 percent in about 35 minutes, Level 2 ADAS, 360° cameras and 11 airbags.
- The patent signals VinFast’s intent to protect the VF 9 ahead of any launch and suggests the company could target premium three-row EV buyers in India, but converted overseas prices and the patent’s spec claims are not confirmed India pricing or final production details.