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Vinfast vs Kia: Which Electric MPV is Best for You? Know the difference in one click

Samira Vishwas | April 19, 2026 8:24 AM CST

Vinfast VF MPV 7 launched in India
Direct competition with the Kia Carens Clavis EV
Know about both cars

The market for electric MPV cars in India is gradually expanding. Vietnamese company ‘VinFast’ launched its car ‘VF MPV 7′ in India on April 15. meanwhile,’Kia Carens Clavis EV’ is scheduled to be launched in India in July 2025. This will be Kia’s first electric MPV. Let’s take a look at the differences between these two cars.

Which car is bigger in size?

If we compare the length and width of both these cars, the ‘VinFast VF MPV 7’ is superior in terms of size. This VinFast model is 190 mm longer and 72 mm wider than the Kia. Also, the wheelbase of this car is also 60 mm longer; Which makes more space available in the cabin of the car.

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Which car leads in terms of battery and power?

When it comes to power and range, the ‘VinFast VF MPV 7’ beats the Kia once again. The battery pack of VinFast is approximately 8.73 kWh larger than the battery pack of Kia Carens Clavis. Thanks to this larger battery, the VinFast car offers 27 km more driving range than the Kia on a full charge.

Exterior

The ‘VinFast VF MPV 7’ gets big tires and black alloy wheels, giving the car a ‘sporty’ look. On the contrary, Kia’s top-tier variant ‘GTX+ ER’ gets some extra features, such as fog lamps, roof rails and brake calipers, which give the car a stylish and attractive look. Both these cars use plastic body cladding and are equipped with ‘connected LED light clusters’.

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Which car should you buy?

The VinFast has a bigger battery, which gives the car a bit more driving range. Moreover, due to the car’s overall size, it offers more open and spacious seating in its cabin. On the other hand, the Kia Carens Clavis EV feels more ‘premium’ on the inside and has almost every important and high-quality feature you need.