Is VinFast Owned By The Chinese and Other Top Questions

VinFast SUV Crossover Lineup

VinFast SUV Crossover LineupWhile we have covered various frequently asked questions in earlier blog posts, some still have some lingering questions. While VinFast has been around since 2017, it is still a young company with lots of growth on the horizon. The company’s most significant advantage is in its plans to create buyer confidence through a great vehicle, the best battery warranty, a stellar phone app experience, an easier way to pay for charging, and more. Let’s answer some of the most asked questions on Google about VinFast.  

VinFast Vietnam ProductionIs VinFast a Chinese Company? 

No, VinFast is not a company based out of or headquartered in China. VinFast is a Vietnamese car company that provides beautiful and advanced cars for all types of buyers around the world. One of the company’s main focuses is on the United States. Vietnam is a very friendly country to the United States and one of the best business allies to the U.S. in Asia. According to the U.S. State Department, the United States and Vietnam’s bilateral trade partnership has increased significantly from just $451 million in 1995 to $124 billion as of 2023.  

Is VinFast a Luxury Car? 

In the United States, VinFast is indeed a luxury car. In Vietnam, the company makes vehicles of all sizes and all price points. In the US, VinFast exclusively manufactures and sells luxury EVs that offer a great electric experience while being supremely less expensive than the competition.  

VinFast VF8 Charging at HomeDoes VinFast Only Make EVs? 

Yes, as of right now for American buyers. While there are no current plans to offer anything other than electric VinFast cars in this country, anything is possible since the company used to offer a range of gas-powered automobiles in Vietnam.  

How Much Does a VinFast Vehicle Cost? 

VinFast currently offers two different vehicles for customers: the VF8 crossover and the three-row VF9 SUV. The VF8 starts at $47,200 for the base Eco trim and $53,000 for the top Plus trim, and the VF9 is offered at $75,000 for the Plus model. All models also qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit whether you decide to purchase or lease your VinFast. 

VinFast offers incredible lease pricing on both cars, too. A VF8 Eco costs only $279 per month, and the Plus costs $329 per month. Both are for 24-month leases with $0 down and 10,000 miles per year. Customers can lease the VF9 Plus for $599 per month for 24 months with $0 down and 10,000 miles per year.   

VinFast VF9 Side Profile View of the Family EV SUVHow Fast is a VinFast Car? 

While both SUVs VinFast offers aren’t meant to be the speediest of EVs on the road, they are pretty quick, especially when starting from a dead stop, as electric cars have zero lag when you push the accelerator pedal compared to an internal combustion engine car.   

The VF8 Eco, with 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, can get to 60 mph in only 5.9 seconds, while the Plus model, with its 53 extra horsepower and 88 more torque, will hustle to 60 in less than 5.5 seconds.   

The VF9, a larger three-row SUV with 402 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque, will sprint to 60 mph in about 6.5 seconds. That may not seem extremely fast, but it is a lot faster than the gas and hybrid versions of the three-row Toyota Grand Highlander, which will do the same deed in 8.3 and 7.8 seconds, respectively.  

What Makes a VinFast Special? 

There are a number of features that make VinFast vehicles special, from the Pininfarina-designed exteriors on both SUVs to the intelligent smartphone app that allows you to schedule and track maintenance on your vehicle. You can also pay to charge your VinFast on almost every charging company’s charger without downloading their standalone apps and adding your credit card information.   

Another feature that makes the VinFast VF8 and VF9 special is the inclusion of Sony RIDEVU, which is standard on all cars without a subscription and isn’t offered anywhere else. When sitting in a VinFast, you and your passengers can watch 2,000 movies and shows owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment on the 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen when parked or on any device attached to the vehicle’s in-car WiFi system.  

Unlike any other EV on the market, every VinFast comes with a 10-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty with an industry-leading 10-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. No other company offers such a confidence-inspiring warranty.  

VinFast Front Grille LogoHave More Questions? We Can Help 

We hope these have answered some of the recurring questions we see on Google and get from those who are curious about buying or leasing a VinFast. For all other questions, our wonderful sales staff is available to answer those for you, along with the blog section of our website, where we have taken the time to write exclusive articles that can inform you about the VF8 and VF9.  

Why Choose Ewing VinFast   

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.   

We look forward to serving you.  

Building Playlists and Enjoyment for Roadtrips with your Family

VinFast VF8 Interior Infotainment HUD Heads Up Display

VinFast VF8 Interior Infotainment HUD Heads Up DisplayAre we there yet? It’s the old line used by every kid driving down the road in the back seat of their parents’ car. It was such a ubiquitous question that it was turned into a pair of movies and a TV show that ran for three seasons on TBS. There may not be anything more frustrating than the backseaters asking this question while you are trying to concentrate and just get to the destination. This is why modern cars, like the VinFast VF8 and VF9, make trips more pleasurable with music playlists and some video entertainment.  

VinFast VF8 Plus Navigation and Apple CarPlay

Think back before the days of streaming and try to remember how glorious it was to pack a bunch of mix tapes and mix CDs. The night before, you frantically made sure you had all of the songs you thought you might want to listen to burned to a CD or copied to a tape. And then came CD changers that allowed you to stock six or more CDs that you could quickly and easily switch between. While VinFast doesn’t offer CD changers in its vehicles, the two models do have the ability to stream music, movies, and TV shows very easily.  

Apple CarPlay Music Interface

The beauty of modern streaming is that no matter what you use, whether it be Apple Music, Google Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and the like, you have everything at your fingertips. And with the ability for multiple phones to be paired at the same time, drivers and passengers can each have turns with the “aux cable,” as the kids say.  

Spotify Connect Playlist 

When driving long distances, it is important to keep things upbeat, so songs like “Life is a Highway” by either Tom Cochrane or Rascal Flatts are good ways to start your journey. From there, it’s always good to throw a little “Happy” by Pharrell in there, too. Some people will want some Katy Perry and Justin Timberlake, but don’t forget the classics like “ABC” by The Jackson 5, “Sir Duke” by Stevie Wonder, “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, and of course “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire. Just remember to keep it fresh, family-friendly, and fun. The key is to get everyone to join in on the fun.  

VinFast VF8 Touchscreen Infotainment

When the sing-a-longs get a little told, then it’s time to let your passengers settle down and enjoy Sony RIDEVU, the exclusive feature that allows everyone in your VinFast that’s attached to the in-car WiFi (or on the 15.6-inch infotainment screen when parked) access to 2,000 movies and shows in the Sony Pictures Entertainment library. Some of these include classics like RV with Robin Williams, Cheryl Hines, Jeff Daniels, Will Arnett, Josh Hutcherson, Kristin Chenoweth, JoJo, and more. The film is about a family who rents an RV to travel to Colorado on a family trip, only for pretty much everything possible to go wrong in hilarious fashion.  

Why Choose Ewing VinFast   

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.   

We look forward to serving you. 

Why a VF8 Is the Perfect Car for a College Student

2025 VinFast VF8 Driving on the Road

2025 VinFast VF8 Driving on the RoadBuying the right car for your college-bound kid seems like no big deal, right? Not so fast. Making sure that your child has a reliable set of wheels in case he or she needs to get some food, work a job, get medical assistance, go out on a date, and get home to you means that you should take this seriously. This is why the VinFast VF8 is the perfect college car for your first-time student.  

VinFast College Campus Charging StationFree Charging, Which Means No Gas 

While some colleges don’t allow freshman students to park their cars on campus, there are plenty of colleges that do. And just because a school won’t allow freshman to park on campus doesn’t mean you can’t find off-campus parking. Many universities now have free Level 2 public chargers for students and faculty, which means your teenager does not have to worry about paying for gas in a VF8.  

VinFast VF8 Interior Infotainment HUD, Heads Up DisplayThe Best Lease Pricing You’ll Find for a Luxury EV

The VinFast VF8 is also priced incredibly well, especially when it comes to leasing. Let’s say you take advantage of the VF8 Eco, the base trim level, which currently has a lease special of $0 down for $279 per month for 24 months. For $6,696, you can lease a brand new $50,000+ electric luxury SUV for your child that is amazingly safe and does not require gasoline, oil changes, or any major maintenance in that period. And when the two-year lease is up, just get another lease or buy your VF8.  

VinFast VF8 Panoramic RoofThe Best Warranty in the World 

Why would you buy a car you just leased? The VinFast VF8 comes with a ten-year, 125,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty as well as a ten-year, unlimited-mile battery warranty. These warranties are better than any new car, gas or EV. This means that your now-used VF8 is still covered for a really long time and a lot of miles. Once your kid graduates, he or she will be walking out into the world with a reliable, still-under-factory warranty electric car that has 264 miles of range in the Eco trim.  

VinFast VF8 AirbagsSafety Comes First 

Have we mentioned how safe the VF8 is? Unlike pretty much any EV, the VinFast VF8 comes standard with a Head-Up Display, allowing the driver to keep his or her eyes on the road, which is perfect for younger drivers. Each model also features Traffic Jam Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Highway Driving Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Centering Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Automatic Emergency Braking, Intelligent Speed Recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Door Opening Warning, Front Automatic Emergency Braking, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front Parking Assist, Rear Parking Assist, backup camera, Automatic High Beam, and a 360-degree Surround View Camera system. Oh, and the VF8 has 11 standard airbags, too.  

2025 VinFast VF8 Cargo SpaceThe Time Is Now 

What exactly are you waiting for? The VF8 is the absolute best car you can get for your student-to-be, and Ewing VinFast of Plano is the place to go to get your new car.  

Why Choose Ewing VinFast of Plano 

At Ewing VinFast of Plano, we have the best prices on dozens of new VinFast EVs and used cars. Our well-educated sales staff and finance department will happily assist you with your EV questions and needs. Our fantastic service department will ensure your vehicle stays in the best condition.  

We look forward to serving you.