Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast Auto has opened its biggest showroom in India. The new retail outlet is located in Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This launch marks a major step in VinFast’s entry into the Indian EV market.
The showroom was opened on August 2, 2025, and will display VinFast’s upcoming electric SUVs, the VF 6 and VF 7. It is operated in partnership with Maansarovar Motors, a well-known automotive dealer in South India.
Showroom Highlights
The Chennai showroom spans around 4,700 square feet. It is not just a place to see the cars. It is also designed to offer an immersive customer experience.
Key features of the showroom include:
- Lounge-style areas for buyers
- Touchscreen kiosks to explore tech and features
- Vehicle delivery zone for new owners
- Support from service and charging partners like RoadGrid and myTVS
VinFast has also announced that this facility will act as a training center for the region. It will support staff training and special EV-focused events.
India EV Plans
VinFast has big plans for India. The company aims to open 35 showrooms across 27 cities by the end of 2025. It has already started taking pre-bookings for its cars from July 15, 2025.
Customers can book the VF 6 and VF 7 by paying a fully refundable amount of ₹21,000. Bookings can be made at showrooms or on the official website VinFastAuto.in.
Deliveries are expected to start in early 2026.
For readers interested in other recent EV trends, check out our article on New FD Rates After RBI Cuts which also touches on clean energy investments.
Factory in Tamil Nadu
VinFast is not just building showrooms. It is also investing in local manufacturing. The company recently opened its first factory in Thoothukudi (Tuticorin), Tamil Nadu. This is VinFast’s first plant outside Vietnam.
The factory is built over 400 acres of land. It will assemble the VF 6 and VF 7 models. Initially, the plant will have a production capacity of 50,000 units per year. The capacity can later grow to 150,000 units annually.
The factory is part of a $500 million investment, which is the first phase of a planned $2 billion project. VinFast expects to create over 3,000 direct jobs at this facility.
For more detailed insights, you can read this Reuters article covering the local sourcing and expansion strategy.
EV Market Impact
VinFast’s India entry comes at a time when electric vehicle demand is rising. The company plans to make India a manufacturing and export hub for nearby regions such as Sri Lanka, Nepal, Mauritius, the Middle East, and Africa.
By opening a showroom in a key metro city like Chennai and launching local assembly, VinFast is clearly serious about India. The presence of international EV brands is expected to increase competition and give Indian customers more choices.
You can also read our earlier update on stock market EV trends to see how VinFast’s moves may affect investor interest.
