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VinFast LUX A2.0

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VinFast LUX A2.0
Overview
ManufacturerVinFast
Production2019–2022
AssemblyVietnam: Haiphong (VinFast Trading and Production LLC)
DesignerPininfarina
Body and chassis
ClassExecutive car (E)
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
PlatformBMW L6
RelatedBMW 5 Series (F10)
Powertrain
Engine2.0 L BMW N20B20 turbo I4 (petrol)
Power output129.4–170 kW (174–228 hp; 176–231 PS)
Transmission8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,968 mm (116.9 in)
Length4,973 mm (195.8 in)
Width1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height1,464 mm (57.6 in)

The VinFast LUX A2.0 is a four-door executive sedan produced by Vietnamese automaker VinFast between 2019 and 2022. The vehicle was built on a BMW 5 Series (F10) platform restyled by Pininfarina. It was revealed at the 2018 Paris Motor Show alongside the VinFast LUX SA2.0 crossover SUV.

Overview

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The LUX A2.0 is designed by Pininfarina,[1] based on the F10 BMW 5 Series.[2]

The LUX A2.0 was revealed at the 2018 Paris Motor Show alongside the VinFast LUX SA2.0.[3] The production of LUX A2.0 started pilot production in March 2019 with full production in September 2019 at Vinfast's Haiphong factory.[4] The LUX A2.0 was priced at VND990 million ($43,043) before the price change to VND1.5 billion ($65,217).[5]

Engine

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The LUX A2.0 is powered by a 2.0 L BMW N20B20 turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Safety

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The LUX A2.0 received a five-star rating from the ASEAN NCAP from a crash test in September 2019.[6]

ASEAN NCAP 2019 VinFast Lux A2.0:[7]
Vehicle Category SEDAN
Number Of Airbag 6
Score Rating
Overall 88.15/100.00
Adult Occupant Protection 33.76/36.00
Frontal Impact 13.76/16.00
Side Impact 16.00/16.00
Head Protection Technology 4.00/4.00
Child Occupant Protection 42.75/49.00
Frontal Impact 13.75/16.00
Side Impact 8.00/8.00
Safety Assist 14.00/18.00
Effective Braking & Avoidance 8.00/8.00
Seatbelt Reminders 6.00/6.00
Blind Spot Technology -
Advanced SATs -

References

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  1. ^ Vietnam's Vinfast launches at Paris auto show with pair of rebodied BMWs: Vietnam's Vinfast launches at Paris auto show with pair of rebodied BMWs, accessdate: 26. May 2019
  2. ^ autoevolution: VinFast Scores David Beckham to Unveil BMW-Based Lux Vietnamese Cars – autoevolution, accessdate: 26. May 2019
  3. ^ VinFast LUX A2.0 sedan and LUX SA2.0 SUV debut in Paris – BMW-based models to go on sale in June 2019/
  4. ^ "Vinfast launches Lux A2.0 saloon and Lux AS2.0 SUV | Autocar".
  5. ^ "First batch of VinFast LUX SA 2.0 and LUX A2.0 ready for the road | E.TheLEADER". July 19, 2019.
  6. ^ "Vinfast Lux A2.0". October 23, 2019.
  7. ^ "VINFAST LUX A2.0". Aseancap. October 23, 2019. Retrieved June 30, 2020.
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