Jakarta, huutoanland Indonesia
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Manufacturer from Vietnam,
Vinfast
, stated that he would produce electric MPVs locally in Indonesia next year.This step is the company’s strategy to strengthen its existence, as well as challenge the dominance of existing players such as the BYD M6.
The MPV model that will be assembled locally most likely refers to the Green Limo which was exhibited at the Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week (GJAW) in November 2025. Rumors are that this car is scheduled to launch in Indonesia in March 2026.
Limo Green has been sold in Vietnam with a capacity of six passengers, but if it is sold in Indonesia there could be a seven passenger option.In Vietnam the available battery capacity is 60.13 kWh with a claimed mileage of 450 km.
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“And of course we will develop MPV because we realize that the potential for MPV is very large in Indonesia,” said VinFast Indonesia CEO Kariyanto Hardjosoemarto in Subang, West Java, Monday (15/12).
Currently, Vinfast has only carried out its first phase of investment which was just inaugurated in Subang, West Java.The investment value is more than US$300 million with an initial production capacity of 50,000 units per year.
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Apart from producing electric cars, this factory will also be used to assemble Vinfast electric motorbikes in 2026.
This facility is equipped with an international standard integrated production line with advanced levels of automation and technology.The production area includes body welding, painting, assembly, quality inspection center and logistics warehouse.
At this stage the factory only produced the VF 3, VF 5, VF 6, and VF 7 with right-hand drive.These models are designed for urban mobility needs, targeting young consumers and modern families.
In the future, Vinfast will again increase capital in Indonesia with a total investment of more than US$1 billion or around IDR 16 trillion.The fresh funds will be used to expand factories in the country.
Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, explained that this is an advanced phase, where production capacity can be increased to 350 thousand vehicle units per year to meet domestic market demand while opening up export opportunities.
The Subang factory is also projected to create 5 thousand to 15 thousand direct jobs, as well as thousands of indirect jobs in the supply chain and supporting services sectors.
“Localization is considered the main foundation for VinFast’s sustainability, as well as a real contribution to the targets of economic growth, industrialization and national job creation. With the operation of this factory, VinFast has built one of the most integrated electric vehicle ecosystems in Indonesia,” he said.
(ryh/fea)
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