VinFast Philippines has officially launched the VF 8, bringing the Vietnamese automaker’s midsize electric SUV to buyers as it expands its lineup in the country.
The launch follows the opening of pre-orders in October, ahead of the model’s planned November arrival. VinFast Philippines had described the VF 8 as a premium midsize electric SUV aimed at performance- and technology-focused customers. Pricing and other market-specific details were not included in the specification sheet provided for the launch.
The VF 8 comes with a 60.13-kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a single electric motor rated at 228 hp and 330 Nm of torque. It utilizes these performance figures via front-wheel-drive layout. VinFast claims the VF 8’s driving range at up to 480 km. It added that the the battery could charge from 10% to 70% in less than 30 minutes.
The SUV measures 4,701 mm long, 1,872 mm wide and 1,670 mm high, with a 2,840-mm wheelbase. It has 170 mm of ground clearance and a trunk capacity of 600 liters. It rolls on a set of 19-inch alloy wheels with 235/50 R19 tires.
Cabin and convenience equipment include a 360-degree camera with parking assist, wireless phone charging, a power tailgate, power-adjustable and power-folding side mirrors, tire-pressure monitoring and six airbags. Buyers can choose black or brown interior themes.
Driver-assistance equipment is divided into Level 1 and Level 2 functions. Features include front-collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring and door-open warning, as well as adaptive cruise control, traffic-jam assist, highway assist, automatic front emergency braking and lane-keeping assist. The VF 8 also gets hill-descent control and adaptive headlights, alongside LED headlights and daytime running lights.
The VinFast VF 8 is priced at P1,799,000 with battery subscription and P1,548,000 without battery subscription.
However, for the first 1,000 VF 8 buyers, they can drive home the VF 8 with battery subscription, VinFast Philippines is offering either a free subscription for 12 months or a P40,200 discount. Meanwhile, for those availing without battery subscription, the VF 8 will be theirs with a P40,200 cash discount.
VinFast Philippines is also offering two options to maximize the VF 8 ownership experience. Buyers can either choose free EV charging up to March 31, 2029 or free one year battery subscription.
Autocar’s Take
The VF 8’s arrival gives Philippine buyers another option in the increasingly competitive electric SUV market. Its listed 480-kilometer range, 228-hp output and extensive driver-assistance equipment make it a notable addition on paper. However, specifications alone will not determine how well it fares locally.
Pricing, charging support, aftersales service and the ownership experience will matter just as much, particularly for buyers considering an electric vehicle for the first time. VinFast has introduced the product; the next test is whether its local package can make the VF 8 a convincing proposition against established rivals in a market where confidence remains essential.
