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BMW X7 vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or VinFast VF 8?

BMW X7 vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

BMW X7

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  • clearly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,723 £.

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 BMW X7 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers a bit more torque with 750 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VinFast VF 8 is barely lighter – 2,455 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers substantially more boot space – 750 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 374 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries noticeably more – 760 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 holds a narrow 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 X7
VinFast VF 8

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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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 X7
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 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
210 - 274 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VinFast
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