The Vietnamese auto market welcomed five new models in August: the Volkswagen Touareg, Mazda CX-3, Ford Territory, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Mini John Cooper Works. The highlight was the high-performance all-electric Mustang Mach-E, making its debut in Vietnam.

Ford Mustang Mach-E: 2,599 billion VND

Ford Mustang Mach-E launched in Hanoi during Ford's 30th-anniversary celebration in Vietnam on 15/8. Photo: Luong Dung

The Mustang Mach-E is Ford's first electric crossover in Vietnam. Imported directly from Mexico, it's available in a single Premium AWD version. The vehicle features two electric motors, one on each axle, delivering a combined output of 395 horsepower and 676 Nm of torque. It boasts all-wheel drive and an 88 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, providing a range of 550 km based on Ford's testing.

The Mustang Mach-E is similar in size to the VinFast VF 8. It features a sporty, coupe-like design. The interior is minimalist yet modern, highlighted by a vertically positioned 15.5-inch infotainment touchscreen. The car is equipped with numerous safety features and technologies. Like other foreign car manufacturers in Vietnam, Ford doesn't operate its own charging network but provides chargers at its 53 dealerships.

Ford Territory 2025: from 762 million VND

The new Ford Territory launched in the Vietnamese market on 15/8 in Hanoi. Photo: Luong Dung

The new Territory launched at Ford's 30th-anniversary event in Vietnam. Locally assembled, it's offered in three versions: Trend, Titanium, and Titanium X. The Sport version has been discontinued. Prices range from 762 to 896 million VND.

The most significant change to the 2025 Territory is its exterior. The previously split headlight and daytime running light setup has been replaced with a design that connects to the grille. The grille itself also sports a new look with horizontal chrome accents. The interior of the 2025 Territory remains largely unchanged, except for the addition of a digital rearview mirror in the X version. Ford has retained the same powertrain in the new Territory as the previous model.

Mini John Cooper Works 3-door: 2,529 billion VND

The most powerful version of the 3-door Cooper, imported directly from the UK, went on sale in Vietnam on 16/8. The Mini JCW is based on the standard version launched in Vietnam in April. At 2,529 billion VND, it's 430 million VND more expensive than the standard version.

The key technical difference between the JCW and the standard version is the aerodynamic package. While both use the same 2.0 TwinTurbo engine, the JCW version boasts greater power, producing 231 horsepower and 380 Nm of torque. It's paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive.

Mazda CX-3: from 549 million VND

Starting 11/8/2025, Thaco began selling the locally assembled Mazda CX-3 from their Quang Nam factory, replacing the imported version. The new CX-3 features some exterior updates and two-tone color options, while the interior remains unchanged. It's available in four versions, priced from 549 to 659 million VND.

The new CX-3 adds several safety features to the two higher trims, while the top-of-the-line version retains the i-Activsense safety suite. It still uses the 1.5-liter SkyActiv-G engine, producing 110 horsepower and 144 Nm of torque, coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

Volkswagen Touareg upgraded version: over 3 billion VND

The new Volkswagen Touareg for the Vietnamese market. Photo: Volkswagen

The German automaker introduced the new Volkswagen Touareg to the Vietnamese market on 8/8. Two new versions, the Highline at 3,099 billion VND and the R-Line at 3,399 billion VND, bring the total number of available versions to four.

The two new versions have a different exterior compared to the previously available Elegance and Luxury trims, with changes focused on the headlights and taillights. The interior remains unchanged. The car still uses a 2.0 turbocharged engine producing 251 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.

Minh Vu