VinFast Kicks Off India Expansion with First Showroom in Surat

By siliconindia  |  Monday, 28 July 2025, 10:09:12 AM IST

VinFast Kicks Off India Expansion with First Showroom in Surat
  • VinFast opens its first Indian showroom in Surat, Gujarat, showcasing premium electric SUVs VF 6 and VF 7.
  • Local assembly to begin at its upcoming factory in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, reinforcing long-term commitment to India.
  • Plans rapid expansion with 35 dealerships across 27+ cities by year-end, along with strong after-sales and sustainability partnerships.
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast marked its official entry into the Indian market with the launch of its first showroom in Surat, Gujarat. This strategic move signals the company's growing ambitions in one of the world’s fastest-growing EV markets.
The showroom, located in Surat’s Piplod area, will showcase VinFast’s premium electric SUV models the VF 6 and VF 7 which are being introduced in right-hand drive versions for the first time. Pre-bookings for both models opened on July 15, with customers able to reserve their vehicles at the showroom or online via VinFastAuto.in with a fully refundable deposit of Rs 21,000.
VinFast also announced that these vehicles will be locally assembled at its upcoming factory in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, highlighting the company’s long-term commitment to making India a key strategic hub for electric vehicle production.
VinFast Asia CEO Pham Sanh Chau said, “The first VinFast showroom in Surat is a symbol of our deep commitment to India. We aim to offer not just electric vehicles, but a complete ownership journey built on quality, trust, and service excellence”.
The company plans to expand rapidly, with 35 dealerships across over 27 cities planned by the end of this year.
To strengthen its presence in India, VinFast has partnered with RoadGrid, myTVS, and Global Assure to provide charging infrastructure and after-sales services. It has also collaborated with BatX Energies to promote battery recycling and develop a circular battery value chain, reinforcing its focus on sustainability.
VinFast’s entry into India comes just weeks after Tesla launched its Model Y in the country, indicating intensifying competition in the premium EV space.  

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