VinFast VF 5 Plus 37.23 kWh (136 Hp) BEV
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VinFast VF 5:
The VinFast VF 5, also known as VinFast Herio Green, is a battery electric crossover city car was produced and marketed by VinFast from 2023. On January 6, 2022, the model was presented for the first time at the Consumer Electronics Show, and was shown in full at the 2022 Paris Motor Show.
The VF 5 is an A-segment crossover city car forming the entry to the VinFast line-up. It was earlier known as the VinFast VF e32 during development....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Plus Overview:
VinFast VF 5 (Plus). With a weight of 1360 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban commuting and light highway use, offering responsive acceleration thanks to its electric powertrain. The 136 Hp and 135 Nm are well-suited for its compact size and 1360 kg kerb weight.
Fuel Economy
The 37.23 kWh battery provides a practical 300 km (NEDC) range, suitable for daily city driving with reasonable efficiency. Real-world range may be slightly lower but remains competitive for its segment.
Best Use Case:
City / Suburban Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact and agile for city driving
- • Respectable electric range for its class (300 km NEDC)
- • Modern BEV architecture with front-wheel drive
- • Potentially competitive pricing in the affordable EV segment
- • Good trunk space for its size (260-900 l)
Cons:
- • Limited range for longer journeys compared to larger EVs
- • Relatively new brand in global markets (long-term reliability perception)
- • Modest performance for users seeking higher acceleration
- • Euro NCAP safety rating not available
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | VinFast |
| Model: | VF 5 |
| Generation: | Plus |
| Modification (Engine): | 37.23 kWh (136 Hp) BEV |
| Start of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 99.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1360 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 900 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 260 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3965 mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm |
| Height: | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2513 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: |
| Gross battery capacity: | 37.23 kWh |
| Battery location: | Below the floor |
| System power: | 136 Hp |
| System torque: | 135 Nm |
| All-electric range: | 300 km |
| Electric motor power: | 136 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 135 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| All-electric range (NEDC): | 300 km |
If you could change one thing about the VinFast VF 5, what would it be?