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BMW 7 Series vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or VinFast VF 8?

BMW 7 Series vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,209 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 391 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers visibly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers markedly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

7 Series

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, BMW 7 Series is marginally lighter – 2,255 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers clearly more boot space – 540 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 holds a decisive overall lead 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
BMW 7 Series
VinFast VF 8

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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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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BMW 7 Series
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VinFast
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