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Citroen C5 X vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 X or VinFast VF 8?

Citroen C5 X vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Citroen C5 X

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  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C5 X

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.

Citroen C5 X is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,134 £.

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 VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Citroen C5 X takes 10.4 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

C5 X

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Citroen C5 X is substantially lighter – 1,591 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 864 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers markedly more boot space – 545 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries markedly more – 515 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead overall 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
Citroen C5 X
VinFast VF 8

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Citroen C5 X

Citroen C5 X combines the poise of a sleek crossover with the practicality of an estate, delivering a calm, comfortable cabin that feels designed for long, relaxed journeys rather than racetrack drama. If you want a car that pampers passengers, swallows everyday luggage and glides over rough roads like a diplomat dodging awkward questions, this is your kind of transport.

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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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Citroen C5 X
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
116 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
230 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
VinFast
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