VinFast VF5 vs Tata Tiago EV: Which One is Better?
VinFast has been considering a new car to launch following the relative success of the VF6 and VF7 in India. Local assembly plants and aggressive pricing has put VinFast on the map, with December 2025 sales putting them firmly at No. 4. The company is planning 3 new launched in 2026, with the other two being Limo Green and VF3.
This new car is expected to be the VinFast VF5, which is slightly smaller than the VF6. Expected to be priced in the sub-15 Lakh segment, it will undercut a lot of competition, especially from Tata and Mahindra. Since it will serve as VinFast’s entry-level EV, let’s see how to compares to Tata’s entry-level electric car, the Tiago EV.
Pricing
VinFast VF5 is expected to be priced around ₹12 Lakh, though it might go even lower if VinFast continues with their strategy of aggressive pricing.
The Tata Tiago EV, on the other hand, is priced between ₹7.99-11.14 Lakh.
Verdict: So clearly, VinFast VF5 is costlier than the Tiago EV, however, VinFast might go as low as 9 Lakh as the introductory price to combat the difference.
Exterior and Design
VinFast VF5 is a compact crossover, blending hatchback practicality with SUV-inspired styling. It features the signature VinFast front fascia, flared wheel arches, black body cladding connecting the bumpers, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
- Length: 3,967 mm
- Width: 1,723 mm
- Height: 1,579 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,514 mm
- Ground Clearance: 168 mm
Tata Tiago EV is a classic hatchback with EV specific styling. It features LED headlights, 14-inch alloys, and shark fin antenna.
- Length: 3,769 mm
- Width: 1,677 mm
- Height: 1,536 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,400 mm
- Ground Clearance: 165 mm
Verdict: Clearly, the VinFast VF5 is slightly more premium and spacious, and it clearly wins with the 17-inch alloys since ground-clearance is an absolute necessity in India. The ground clearance of the VF5 is expected to be increased slightly for India, similar to what VinFast did with the VF6.
Interior, Comfort and Safety
VinFast VF5:
- Features a 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, all-black cabin with silver accents, leatherette upholstery, 4-speaker sound system
- 5-seat layout, PM 2.5 air filter, keyless entry and go, auto headlights, front and rear USB charging ports, 260 liters boot space
- 4-airbags as standard, rear parking assist, ADAS features (selectable)
Tata Tiago EV:
- 10.25-inch floating touchscreen, two-spoke steering wheel, dual-tone black and grey interior, HD rear parking camera, 240 liters boot space
- ESC, TPMS, auto headlights, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, push button start
Verdict: While the VF5 might have a slightly smaller touchscreen, it has a far better interior and safety features when compared to the Tata Tiago EV.
Specs and Performance
VinFast VF5
- Battery Packs: 29.6 kWh and 37.23 kWh
- Motor Power: 95 hp/136 hp
- Torque: 135 Nm
- Range: 268-326 km
- 0–100 km/h: under 11 seconds
- Front-wheel-drive (FWD) setup
- Regenerative braking
Tata Tiago EV
- Battery Packs: 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh
- Motor Power: 60 hp/72 hp
- Torque: 110-114 Nm
- Range: 250-315 km
- 0–100 km/h: 5.7 seconds
- Front-wheel-drive (FWD) setup
- Regenerative braking
Verdict: Based on specs alone, the two cars are pretty similar in what they offer, despite the VF5 having larger battery packs.
Final Verdict
While the VF5 is still not officially confirmed, it is clearly the superior choice between the two. As much as I hate to say it, Tata Tiago EV is more of a fleet car than a personal one. Being an entry-level hatchback, Tiago EV fulfills the needs of the users but that’s it. The VF5, on the other hand, has a very unique design and is bound to turn heads on the road while people wonder “what car is that?” in awe.
