Investment Cost of VinFast Charging Stations and Cooperation Opportunities

The cost of investing in a VinFast charging station can range around 2 billion VND depending on the scale and cooperation model. VinFast’s support policies and critical technical factors influence investment efficiency.

Overview of VinFast Charging Station Investment Cost

The investment cost of a VinFast charging station can vary but is usually around 2 billion VND for a medium-sized station with 4 charging poles and 8 parking spaces. This cost excludes land rental and can be recouped in over 2 years, depending on vehicle usage and charging station coverage on the map.

The deployment of Electric Charging Poles by VinFast is influenced not only by the type and capacity of the poles but also by installation and operational factors. Based on data from 2025, the cost for equipment and installation of VinFast charging stations is as follows:

• For slow charging poles (AC) with capacities from 7.4KW to 22KW, the cost ranges from 11 to 12 million VND.
• Fast charging poles (DC) have significantly higher costs, from 96 million VND for 20KW to over 3 billion VND for the 250KW type.

Installation costs include various components such as:

• Transformer stations costing from 300 to 500 million VND, depending on capacity and installation location.
• Land rental costs, ranging from 10 to 50 million VND per month.
• Costs for construction, wiring, and other physical installations, usually ranging from 3 to 10 million VND, depending on the construction environment.

For VinFast Franchise models, the initial investment cost can be lower. An AC charging station with 2 ports and management software can be deployed with costs from 100 to 200 million VND. Franchise stations often have a cost of 11 to 12 million VND for AC charging poles combined with installation costs according to actual infrastructure.

Other ancillary costs to be aware of include management software, maintenance costs, power consumption, and licenses related to local fire safety regulations. The total investment cost for Electric Charging Stations generally ranges from several tens of millions for small stations to billions VND for large-capacity fast charging stations.

Scale and Configuration of Charging Stations: Key Factors

VinFast charging stations have multiple configurations with capacities ranging from 60 kW to 120 kW. A project surveying configurations with the first 2 units of 60 kW helps test efficiency. The fixed cost for a unit is about 5.5 – 6 million VND per month, including security, cleaning, land rental, and maintenance.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations play an essential role in the development of the electric vehicle infrastructure in Vietnam. Scale and configuration of charging stations are crucial factors to consider when designing and implementing a charging system to ensure operational efficiency and match the actual needs of users.

Regarding charging station scale, it depends on the type of vehicle served, such as electric cars or scooters, as well as the installation location and expected usage density, for example:

• In parking lots, bus stations, or apartment complexes, the scale can be 7-12 charging poles for electric cars and several smaller poles for electric scooters, serving from a few to about 20 vehicles simultaneously.
• Highway stations, rest stops often need fast-charging stations with high capacity (60kW or more), typically around 10 charging poles to serve about 20 vehicles simultaneously.

Charging station capacity is one of the most critical factors. There are two main capacity types:

• Low-capacity charging stations (3.5kW – 7kW) are small in size, suitable for overnight home charging or slow charging points.
• High-capacity charging stations (60kW – 120kW or 240kW) require high-load components, cooling systems, larger equipment, and serve quick charging needs to reduce waiting times.

In terms of charging station configuration, key components are needed:

• Power converters suitable for AC or DC current.
• Intelligent charging control and management systems that can connect online to monitor and operate remotely.
• Charging poles designed to fit each vehicle type (Type 2, CCS, CHAdeMO,…).
• International safety-standard electric protection systems like TCVN 13078, IEC 61851.

Factors to note when designing the scale and configuration of charging stations include:

• Surveying anticipated actual usage demand for each installation location.
• Calculating suitable capacity to avoid surplus or shortage.
• Selecting equipment and technology suitable for fast or slow charging needs.
• Compliance with technical standards and legal regulations on electrical safety of charging stations and electromagnetic compatibility.
• If combined with renewable energy (such as solar energy), a synchronized system design is needed to optimize costs and be environmentally friendly.

In the global context, building large-scale, standardized safe charging networks with expansion capabilities is a goal to promote electric vehicle development while enhancing user experience and reliability.

Cooperation Models and Support for Charging Station Investment with VinFast

VinFast implements various cooperation models, including leasing land for VinFast to invest in equipment and maintain charging stations. This model reduces initial costs for landowners. VinFast commits to maintenance and purchasing significant insurance for charging stations, ensuring safety without affecting parking functionality.

VinFast is one of the pioneers in developing a charging station network for electric vehicles in Vietnam. A standout cooperation model is charging station franchising. Investors play a crucial role in installing and managing VinFast charging stations at strategic locations such as apartment complex parking lots, shopping centers, highways, gas stations, and bus terminals.

VinFast Charging Station Franchise

Investors will invest in installing charging stations at reasonable locations like 60kW stations. VinFast supports by providing customers for the charging service and paying a franchise fee of 750 VND per kWh of consumed electricity. This model provides stable passive income for investors, reducing complexity in management.

Financial and Technical Support

VinFast implements an attractive financial support package, allowing investors to borrow up to 70% of the value of charging pole equipment, reducing financial pressure. Besides, technical and operational support from VinFast ensures charging stations meet safety technical and fire safety standards. Partners also receive installation and operational support up to 300 million VND per station, depending on the investment package.

Preferential Policies and Network Development

Investors will become strategic partners not only of VinFast but also in Vingroup’s ecosystem, including member companies like V-Green, Xanh SM, FGF. This opens up many long-term VinFast preferential policies, creating conditions for sustainable business development amid the increasing popularity of electric vehicles. V-Green plays a key role in finding suitable locations, promoting electric vehicle infrastructure development through cooperation with many strategic partners, expanding both domestically and internationally.

Location for electric charging stations

VinFast’s charging stations are encouraged to be located at strategic positions to optimize customer accessibility. These positions include parking lots at apartment complexes, shopping centers, offices, bus terminals, and gas stations. These locations not only increase convenience but also promote more widespread use of electric vehicles.

With the charging station franchise model offering comprehensive support from finance to technology, VinFast is laying a solid foundation for green transportation and electric vehicle infrastructure development in Vietnam, expanding the market globally.

Factors Affecting VinFast Charging Station Investment Cost

The investment cost of charging stations includes technical equipment like router cabinets, power supply cabinets, cables, and installation costs of transformer stations (320-400 KVA). Total electricity equipment costs can increase to about 1.25 billion VND, requiring meticulous management to optimize costs and operational efficiency.

Factors affecting the investment cost of VinFast electric charging stations are diverse, requiring careful consideration from technical and financial perspectives. Firstly, the cost of purchasing charging pole equipment plays a significant role as each VinFast pole costs around 270 million VND. A standard charging station typically includes several poles with capacities from 60kW upwards, for example, 4 poles each with 2 charging ports, which can significantly increase the initial cost.

Next is the technical infrastructure cost including equipment such as router cabinets, power supply cabinets, connecting cables between poles, and importantly transformer stations with capacities from 320KVA to 400KVA. The total cost for this part can often exceed 1.2 billion VND depending on the location and specific detailed design of each project.

Land is another essential factor to consider, as an electric charging station requires a minimum of 100 m2. Rental costs can start from 10 million VND per month, but this cost can vary significantly depending on geographic location. For investors without land ownership, this is a considerable factor in the total operating cost of the charging station.

Operation and maintenance costs also need attention. Although VinFast provides strong support in management technology, maintenance, and upkeep in the franchise cooperation model, expenses for labor, electricity, and light maintenance must still be budgeted. This element is essential in maintaining operational efficiency and the green energy VinFast aims for.

Additionally, legal costs, investment procedures, and marketing also significantly impact the profitability of the charging station. Investors need to be proactive in marketing and maintaining good service to increase the number of charging customers, thereby increasing revenue.

Finally, revenue and profit-sharing policies from VinFast are an important influencing factor. With a fixed discount rate of 750 VND per kWh electricity charged for at least 10 years, businesses can carefully consider the profitability and capital recovery potential.

Efficiency and Operation of VinFast Charging Stations: Optimization Needs

The efficiency of VinFast charging stations depends on systematic operation. The phenomenon of vehicles occupying spots without charging immediately can reduce efficiency. Each 60 kW pole can earn over 10 million VND/month after costs, making optimization of parking and station operation crucial.

To enhance the efficiency of VinFast electric charging stations, the charging station system must be optimized from technology to actual operation. This requires refinement from several important technical factors.

A priority area is power supply capacity and electrical infrastructure. Charging stations need to be powered by three-phase electricity from transformer stations with sufficient backup capacity to prevent overload, especially during peak hours after 6 PM. This ensures the charging station can operate optimally without service interruption.

Electrical station efficiency can be affected by the type of vehicles charging. High-capacity charging vehicles will improve electricity consumption, increasing station revenue. Conversely, low-capacity electric vehicles may reduce station efficiency despite high charging turns. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze and adjust the type of charging poles to meet the demand appropriately.

Density and number of charging stations compared to electric vehicle density in areas also need adjustment. Placing stations in high-demand areas will increase utilization rates, for example, in Dong Nai, where efficiency reaches 50%, while in Ho Chi Minh City, it only reaches 24-26%.

Regarding charging costs and policies, public electricity prices are managed to optimize overall operational costs. VinFast’s current price is about 3,210.9 VND/kWh, plus an overtime fee after full charge. Effective management of costs and battery rental helps balance costs and customer payment capability.

Application of charging station management technology is a wise step. Integrating AI helps monitor and manage leasing and charging effectively. This system helps optimize station time and allocate loads reasonably.

Finally, continuous maintenance and supervision are essential to ensure stable operation of charging stations. Technical faults need to be quickly rectified to avoid interrupting service and protect brand reputation.

By optimizing these factors, VinFast not only enhances the exploitation efficiency of electric charging stations but also improves the electric vehicle user experience, optimizing utilities and profits.

The investment solutions for VinFast charging stations bring long-term strategic benefits, helping investors save costs and optimize profits with strong support from VinFast.

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