VinFast VF6 VF7 Secure 5-Star Bharat NCAP Ratings Boosting India EV Safety

EV Magazine Issue 10

VinFast VF6 and VF7 electric SUVs achieve top 5-star Bharat NCAP ratings for adult and child occupant protection. Tamil Nadu-built models demonstrate robust crash performance, aiding the brand’s India expansion.

Impressive Crash Test Scores

VF7 earns 28.54/32 in adult occupant protection (AOP) and 45.25/49 in child occupant protection (COP). VF6 scores 27.13/32 AOP and 44.41/49 COP, with both securing full 16/16 in side movable barrier tests.

Side pole impacts rate “OK,” highlighting strong lateral safety.

Frontal and Side Impact Details

Frontal offset tests show “weak” driver chest protection but “good” for passengers on both models. Lower leg protection ranges from “marginal” to “adequate,” offset by excellent side crash results.

Standard features include multiple airbags, ESC, pedestrian protection, and ISOFIX anchors.

Upcoming Launches and Strategy

VinFast plans Limo Green seven-seater EV MPV launch next month, targeting fleets and families. Ratings apply to all variants, reinforcing commitment to Indian safety standards amid new model rollouts.

EV Magazine Issue 10