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Aston Martin DBX vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (168,900 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBX or VinFast VF 8?

Aston Martin DBX vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Aston Martin DBX

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DBX

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VinFast VF 8 is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Aston Martin DBX costs 168,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 127,295 £.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBX offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 319 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBX is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBX delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

DBX

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBX is very slightly lighter – 2,320 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DBX offers clearly more boot space – 491 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aston Martin DBX carries markedly more – 710 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,600
VF 8

VinFast VF 8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 471 km
Aston Martin DBX
VinFast VF 8

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Aston Martin DBX

With the DBX, Aston Martin has wrapped its trademark sports-car drama into a high-riding package that looks like it could sprint off the driveway and into a gala, while the cabin pampers occupants with handcrafted leather and theatrical attention to detail. Behind the wheel it feels like a grand tourer that learned how to tackle country roads, serving up surprising agility for such a stately presence and keeping rivals honest with its rarefied blend of performance and luxury.

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VinFast VF 8

The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Aston Martin DBX
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
168,900 - 213,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
14.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
323 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,320 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
491 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,998 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
710 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
707 - 727 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
520 - 535 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
VinFast
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