PR Newswire·Aug 20, 2026, 7:00 AM ET

VinFast's Energy Cost Saving Calculator Puts the Long-Term Value of EV Ownership in Focus

VinFast launched an Energy Cost Saving (ECS) calculator to help U.S. buyers understand total ownership costs beyond the initial sticker price.
A National Bureau of Economic Research study of 1.6 million purchases indicates consumers undervalue future fuel savings, willing to pay only 15 to 38 cents upfront for every $1 saved later at a 4% discount rate.
Research involving 3,199 U.S. consumers shows that full ECS information increases preference for hybrids, plug-in hybrids, & battery-electric vehicles compared to showing fuel savings alone.
A 2026 study of 716 Vietnamese consumers found that cost information increased EV purchase likelihood by 14.3%, with ECS details adding an additional 4.5%.
The VinFast ECS tool allows shoppers to input ownership periods & mileage to compare energy costs against comparable gas vehicles.
Example data shows a VF 8 Eco driver covering 2,000 miles monthly saves roughly $10,717 in energy costs over five years compared to a similar gas SUV.
VinFast aims to lower EV adoption barriers in the U.S. through accessible pricing, attractive leasing options, & an expanding dealer network.
The company continues to grow its U.S. footprint by investing in products like the VF 8 & VF 9 alongside enhanced after-sales support infrastructure.