The Electric Revolution: VinFast Green Sparking a New Era in the Auto Industry

Booking volume surpasses annual sales of other brands

According to VinFast automobile distributors, even after the early booking period ended, there was still a high number of customers visiting the dealerships to place bookings for the VinFast Green models. This explains why, within just 72 hours, the booking numbers for the Minio Green, Herio Green, Nerio Green, and Limo Green reached a staggering 45,813.

Mr. Dinh Van Nam, an observer of the automobile industry, called this phenomenon “unprecedented” in Vietnam. Notably, these bookings are non-refundable, indicating genuine purchase intentions.

In addition to individual customers, Mr. Nam mentioned that there were over 13,000 bookings from transportation businesses. He believes that people are eagerly awaiting the VinFast Green models, especially the 7-seater MPV, for business purposes. In the coming days, as the VinFast Green models become more widely available through GSM and showrooms, the number of bookings is expected to grow even further.

Reviewer Phung The Trong shares this belief. He points out that many small businesses or even individuals placed bookings for 10-50 vehicles during the early booking period. As a result, the sales volume for these models in 2025 is expected to be impressive.

“VinFast deserves the number one spot. No other company can change this outcome. In fact, VinFast’s sales volume for these models could rank in the top 1-2 positions when compared to the annual sales of other brands,” said Phung The Trong.

Regarding the reasons behind the success of VinFast Green, experts highlight two key factors: competitive pricing and attractive policies. In fact, the pricing of VinFast models alone is enough to attract a wide range of customers, especially the Minio, a small-sized vehicle priced at only 269 million VND, and the Limo Green, a 7-seater MPV priced at 749 million VND.

“Many drivers have told me that they never thought they could afford to buy a car at such a price. VinFast Green has removed the biggest obstacle for car buyers—the initial investment cost. This unprecedented approach has led to unprecedented results in the Vietnamese market,” said Mr. Nguyen Minh Trieu, a businessman in the automobile industry in Ho Chi Minh City.

Electric vehicles are taking over the ride-hailing market; those who don’t adapt will be left behind

According to Mr. Nguyen Minh Trieu, while attractive policies may be a short-term catalyst for purchasing decisions, VinFast Green vehicles also offer long-term benefits. They are, in his words, “money-making machines.”

He uses the Limo Green as an example, a model that many drivers refer to as their “dream car.” Compared to its competitors, such as the Mitsubishi Xpander or Toyota Innova, the electric vehicle from VinFast has a longer wheelbase, providing a more spacious and comfortable cabin for passengers. With a power output of 150 kW, the Limo Green outperforms the two gasoline-powered models and is sure to be the choice of the majority of drivers as a more powerful engine means better performance in all terrain.

Despite having a more powerful engine, the Limo Green excels in fuel efficiency. “An Xpander, for example, consumes at least 7-8 million VND per month in fuel, which amounts to nearly 100 million VND per year. For drivers who cover more distance, this cost can double. With the Limo Green, you save hundreds of millions of dong just in fuel costs,” Mr. Trieu explained. This is made possible by the free charging policy until mid-2027. Even after this period, the actual cost of charging will still be only a quarter of what it would cost to fuel a gasoline vehicle in the same segment.

In addition to its money-making potential, Mr. Trieu also mentions other factors that give drivers the confidence to invest in a VinFast Green: the trust in the brand’s durable and high-quality products, which has already been proven by tens of thousands of vehicle owners in the market, as well as the extensive network of service centers and charging stations across the country, which continues to expand rapidly, ensuring maximum convenience for electric vehicle users.

“VinFast Green will continue to attract a large number of customers in the coming days. We will witness an explosion of electric vehicles in the ride-hailing market very soon,” predicted Mr. Trieu.

Sharing this view, reviewer Phung The Trong believes that the shift to electric vehicles for ride-hailing services is inevitable. Not only individual drivers but also businesses will accelerate this transition. With the rising costs of gasoline and diesel, those who don’t adapt to electric vehicles will struggle to remain competitive in today’s market. This trend is already evident in several countries around the world. “Those who don’t embrace electrification will fall behind,” he concluded.

TH (Tuoitrethudo)