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Vinfast EV- VF7 - Tamil Review (Wind, Infinity both model 70kwh Battery)

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Vinfast EV (VF7) – Tamil review Mentions models: Wind and Infinity (also references Earth). Includes a 70kWh battery.

Key features mentioned

Value / price positioning

  • Reviewer calls the VF7 the “best value” and recommends it for buyers with a budget above 20 lakhs.
  • Mentions discounts and a buyback/exchange option for existing EV owners (exchange for discount).
  • Availability is limited: sold in only two showrooms in Tamil Nadu (Kapplur/Madurai area) and Bangalore.

Battery & variants (Drive/Power differences)

  • 70kWh battery mentioned.
  • Drivetrain difference:
    • Infinity (top-end): rear-wheel drive
    • Wind (lower-end): front-wheel drive
  • Torque comparisons (as stated in subtitles):
    • Wind: 310 Nm
    • Top end / Infinity: 500 Nm
    • Another tier: Earth model reference at 250 Nm

Performance & driving modes

  • Sport mode: provides immediate torque boost.
  • Economy mode: best for range; otherwise range drops.
  • Reviewer claims Sport mode drains more battery.
  • Lifting off the accelerator: “regeneration/auto braking feel” described as feeling like hard braking.

Exterior / comfort & safety features

  • Wheelbase: 2840 mm (as stated)
  • Length: subtitles show “450 mm” (likely a subtitle/misread/inaccuracy), but the reviewer gives dimensions.
  • Ground clearance: praised for handling speed breakers.
  • Disc brakes mentioned.
  • LED headlights praised for stronger/intense “throw” (compared against darker visibility).
  • Boot space: 537 L
    • 60:40 split for rear luggage/cargo
  • Inside / storage / comfort & tech:
    • 12.5-inch infotainment
    • Wireless charging
    • USB / pen drive option
    • Cup holder
    • AC cooling praised
    • Speaker mentioned
    • Volume control via steering wheel controls
  • Driver info / ergonomics:
    • Head-up display
    • Tilt & telescopic steering; reviewer says it doesn’t hit the thighs
  • Interior comfort:
    • Ventilated seats
    • Headlight high/low beam and side mirror controls referenced as part of the feature list

Safety

  • Seven airbags mentioned.

ADAS / parking aids

  • Reverse camera and adaptive parking guidelines mentioned.
  • Reviewer notes good rear visibility and guidance while reverse parking.

Pros (as expressed in the video)

  • Strong value for money (especially Wind).
  • Good boot space (537 L) and useful cargo split.
  • LED headlights with strong reach.
  • Good ground clearance for speed breakers.
  • Sport mode: quick torque response.
  • Comfort & convenience: ventilated seats, wireless charging, head-up display, 12.5-inch infotainment, steering controls.
  • Safety: claims 7 airbags.
  • Good reverse visibility with guidelines.

Cons / limitations mentioned

  • Range depends heavily on driving mode:
    • Best range when driving in Economy.
    • Sport mode causes battery drain, reducing range.
    • Warning that pushing power (“too much dark” / likely aggressive driving) can further degrade range.
  • Small complaint: steering wheel feels small.
  • Variant trade-off implied:
    • Lower-end may be front-wheel drive (Infinity is rear-wheel drive).
    • Higher-torque model (Infinity) reportedly impacts range more due to higher output/usage.

Comparisons made

  • Torque comparison across named variants:
    • Earth: 250 Nm vs Wind: 310 Nm vs Infinity: 500 Nm
  • Wind (FWD) vs Infinity (RWD)
  • Economy vs Sport mode: range vs performance trade-off

User experience / ownership experience highlights

  • Reviewer expresses confidence in driving due to steering, handling, and “very light” body roll/suspension feel.
  • Reverse parking described as easy thanks to camera view and adaptive guidelines.
  • Practical everyday highlights:
    • Boot capacity and split seats
    • Ventilated seating
    • Wireless charging
    • Cabin cooling

Verdict / recommendation (based on the video)

Recommended—especially the VF7 “Wind” model—for buyers seeking strong features and value around 20+ lakhs, with the caveat that range drops with Sport/high-power driving, so Economy mode is advised for efficiency.

Unique points mentioned (consolidated list)

  1. “Best value” recommendation for VF7, especially Wind
  2. 24 / 26 lakh on-road pricing claim (as stated; may be approximate due to subtitles)
  3. 70kWh battery mentioned
  4. Wheelbase 2840 mm; dimensions given with possible subtitle errors
  5. Good ground clearance for speed breakers
  6. Disc brakes
  7. LED headlights praised for stronger “throw”
  8. 537 L boot space + 60:40 split
  9. Interior features: 12.5-inch infotainment, ventilated seats, wireless charging, USB, cup holder, speaker
  10. Head-up display
  11. Tilt & telescopic steering with good thigh clearance
  12. 7 airbags
  13. Drive mode behavior: Sport = immediate torque, Economy = best range
  14. Lift-off/regen-like braking feel described
  15. Reverse parking: camera + adaptive guidelines
  16. Chassis/handling confidence: low body roll, good suspension feel
  17. Complaint: steering wheel feels small
  18. Variant comparison: Wind (FWD, 310 Nm) vs Infinity (RWD, 500 Nm); other tier mentioned 250 Nm
  19. Range reduced when driving aggressively
  20. Test drive availability via showrooms + discounts and buyback/exchange option

Speakers / viewpoints

  • Single main reviewer covers pricing/value, features, driving experience, and Wind vs Infinity comparisons.
  • No separate speakers are clearly identified in the subtitles.

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