Vinfast has filed a design patent in India for what appears to be the Rasad, an electric maxi-scooter concept that the Vietnamese brand unveiled in early 2026 as part of a comprehensive overhaul of its electric two-wheeler portfolio.
- Unveiled globally alongside the Vinfast Sadie and Saxil
- Vinfast Viper scooter and Sulad motorcycle also recently patented in India
Upcoming Vinfast Rasad details
The Rasad will likely be positioned as a performance-oriented maxi-scooter
The filing comes just a few weeks after Vinfast patented two other electric two-wheelers in India – the Viper scooter and an electric motorcycle believed to be based on the Sulad concept, another model the brand unveiled in January 2026 as part of its future product portfolio. The multiple patent filings suggest Vinfast is actively preparing a broader product line-up for the Indian market than previously indicated.
The Rasad features a muscular, angular design with chunky tyres and an underbone chassis, similar to the Yamaha Aerox and the recently unveiled Honda ADV160. The design patent also reveals disc brakes at both ends, a spacious-looking stepped seat and a tall windscreen. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork at the front and twin rear shock absorbers.
While Vinfast has not officially revealed specifications, Vietnamese publications, including Vietnam News, have reported that the scooter will use a centrally mounted motor producing 7.1kW of peak power, enabling a claimed top speed of 100kph. The same reports also suggest that Vinfast is targeting a global launch in the fourth quarter of 2026.
With regard to the Indian market, Vinfast had previously stated that it planned to enter the country in 2026, initially identifying three models from its Vietnam line-up as candidates. Since then, the Viper, the Sulad and now the Rasad have all been patented in India. While patent filings don't necessarily confirm a launch, they do suggest these models could eventually make their way to our market.
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Stephen Raj Antony
