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Hyundai Bayon vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Bayon or VinFast VF 8?

Hyundai Bayon vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Hyundai Bayon

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly more power
  • considerably 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

Bayon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Bayon is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,505 £.

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 VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 318 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.9 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers considerably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 448 Nm more.

Bayon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Bayon is significantly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Bayon offers marginally more boot space – 411 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries moderately more – 515 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is decisively ahead 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
Hyundai Bayon
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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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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Hyundai Bayon
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,100 - 25,800 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
450 - 460 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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