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CUPRA Formentor vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (390 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or VinFast VF 8?

CUPRA Formentor vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

CUPRA Formentor

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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • marginally more power
  • substantially more electric range
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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

Formentor

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

CUPRA Formentor is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,811 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 345 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.

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 marginally more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 390 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Formentor

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, CUPRA Formentor is substantially lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,021 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Formentor offers slightly more boot space – 450 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 74 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries marginally more – 526 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 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
CUPRA Formentor
VinFast VF 8

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Formentor

The CUPRA Formentor blends sporty driving dynamics with crossover practicality, delivering sharp handling and an engaging character that makes it fun on twisty roads as well as in daily driving. Inside, it pairs a driver-focused cabin and premium materials with clever practicality, offering a confident, distinctive alternative to conventional SUVs.

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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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CUPRA Formentor
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 62,500 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
117 - 126 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
32 - 229 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
439 - 526 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 390 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 480 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 287 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
VinFast
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