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Ford Ranger vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or VinFast VF 8?

Ford Ranger vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • only slightly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VinFast VF 8 is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,877 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 429 km more than the Ford Ranger.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 offers visibly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 127 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers somewhat more torque with 697 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 77 Nm more.

Ranger

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, Ford Ranger is only slightly lighter – 2,405 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 474 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
Ford Ranger
VinFast VF 8

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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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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Ford Ranger
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, 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
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VinFast
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