Discover the 10 models on sale in Vietnam that earned the ASEAN NCAP 5‑star safety rating – from BYD Seal to VinFast VF8. Learn more now!
Safety is no longer a luxury – it’s a baseline expectation for modern motorists. In Vietnam, a growing number of new‑model cars have earned the coveted 5‑star rating from the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (ASEAN NCAP), confirming that they carry the latest accident‑avoidance and occupant‑protection technologies. Below is a concise guide to the ten models currently on VNs market that have passed the rigorous 5‑star test.
1. BYD Seal (2025)
The all‑electric BYD Seal, tested in its rear‑wheel‑drive (RWD) configuration, secured a 5‑star ASEAN NCAP rating for 2025. Produced in China and exported across Southeast Asia, the Seal is offered in Vietnam in two trims, priced between VND 1.119 trillion and VND 1.359 trillion.
2. Mitsubishi Destinator 7‑Seater (2024)
Just months after its November launch, the 7‑seat Mitsubishi Destinator GLS – manufactured in Indonesia – earned the top safety mark. The Vietnamese‑market Premium‑level version is priced at roughly VND 780 million.
3. Toyota Yaris Cross G (2025)
Built in Indonesia, the 2025 Toyota Yaris Cross G achieved a 5‑star rating in ASEAN NCAP tests. In Vietnam the model is sold as a gasoline variant (VND 650‑662 million) and a hybrid‑electric version (VND 765‑777 million).
4. Mitsubishi XForce Exceed (2024)
The sibling of the Destinator, the Mitsubishi XForce Exceed, also received a 5‑star rating in the 2024 assessment. It’s available in Vietnam for VND 640 million, with additional GLX, Premium and Ultimate trims ranging from VND 599 million to VND 710 million.
5. Honda Accord Hybrid (2024 – Thailand Spec)
Although the Accord’s sales in Vietnam are modest, its hybrid version earned a 5‑star ASEAN NCAP rating for the Thai market in 2024, underscoring the model’s strong safety credentials across the region.
6. Honda CR‑V EL‑AWD (2023)
The EL‑AWD variant of the Honda CR‑V, assembled in Thailand, was crowned 5‑star safe in the 2023 ASEAN NCAP test. The model is distributed throughout Indonesia, Brunei, Laos and Vietnam, where it sells for VND 1.029 trillion‑1.259 trillion.
7. VinFast VF8 Plus (2022)
Vietnam’s own electric SUV, the VinFast VF8 Plus, secured a 5‑star rating in 2022. Two trims are on sale locally, priced between VND 1.019 trillion and VND 1.199 trillion.
8. Hyundai Creta Active (2022)
The 2022 Hyundai Creta Active, built in Indonesia, received a 5‑star ASEAN NCAP rating. Vietnamese buyers can choose from four newer‑generation versions priced from VND 599 million to VND 715 million.
9. Honda BR‑V Prestige (2022)
The Honda BR‑V Prestige, the Indonesian‑built counterpart of Vietnam’s L‑grade, earned a 5‑star safety badge in 2022. It currently retails for VND 629 million‑705 million.
10. Mitsubishi XForce (Additional Trim Overview)
Beyond the Exceed, the XForce lineup includes GLX, Premium and Ultimate trims, all benefiting from the same 5‑star safety foundation and priced between VND 599 million and VND 710 million.
These ten models demonstrate that Vietnamese motorists can now enjoy a blend of modern design, performance, and world‑class safety without compromise. When shopping for a new car, look for the ASEAN NCAP 5‑star badge to ensure you’re getting the best protection on the road.