Vietnamese automaker VinFast has teased a new 450-km range electric MPV for the Indian market, setting the stage for a fierce showdown in the sub-₹25 lakh segment against the Kia Carens Clavis EV and BYD eMax7.The Indian electric family car market is about to get a lot more crowded. Vietnamese electric vehicle juggernaut VinFast has officially dropped the first teaser for its highly anticipated electric MPV, signaling its intent to directly challenge the dominance of models like the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the BYD eMax 7.
Expected to hit showroom floors in the coming weeks, this new seven-seater marks VinFast’s aggressive third product entry into the Indian market, following the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs. The MPV is widely anticipated to be badged as the MPV 7, while the Limo Green nameplate is expected to be utilised targeting fleet buyers.
Specs and Features
While the exact variants and final pricing remain under wraps, the teaser and subsequent industry leaks paint a picture of a highly capable family cruiser. Built on VinFast’s global design language, featuring the brand’s signature V-shaped LED DRLs, the MPV promises good space across all three rows.
Under the floorboard, the vehicle is expected to pack a 60 kWh battery pack mated to a front-mounted single electric motor. This setup generates 201 bhp and 280 Nm of torque, while delivering a claimed range of around 450 km on a single charge. Inside, buyers can expect a minimalist, tech-heavy cabin dominated by a large freestanding infotainment system, wireless smartphone connectivity, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
The Target: Taking on the Kia Carens Clavis EV
VinFast is not entering an empty arena. The new MPV would be taking direct aim at the sub-₹25 lakh electric segment, which is currently heavily contested by the BYD eMax7 and the Kia Carens Clavis EV.
Kia has set a high bar in this category. Just weeks ago, it expanded the Carens Clavis EV lineup with sportier GT-Line and X-Line variants, pairing them with a larger 51.4 kWh battery and a claimed range of 490 km.By positioning the Limo Green in the ₹18 lakh to ₹25 lakh range, VinFast is going straight at Kia’s turf, banking on its slightly larger battery capacity and spacious footprint to lure away private buyers and fleet operators alike.
The Bigger Picture: VinFast’s Indian Blitz
This MPV teaser is just the tip of the spear for VinFast’s deep-rooted India strategy. The brand’s state-of-the-art, ₹4,000 crore integrated EV manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, is gearing up to act as a massive local assembly hub.
Furthermore, VinFast isn’t limiting itself to four wheels. The company is simultaneously preparing to launch three electric scooters, including the Evo, Feliz, and Viper, to capture the urban commuting market, while also exploring the commercial electric bus segment.
It is evident that Vinfast is fully committed to growing in the Indian market. The Vietnamese brand is not merely experimenting, as evidenced by their aggressive price approach, local manufacturing practices, and quickly growing product portfolio with launches like the upcoming MPV 7.
