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Hyundai Kona vs VinFast VF 8 comparison
Compare performance (218 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or VinFast VF 8?
Hyundai Kona vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Kona
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,505 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is considerably more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 7.3 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers marginally more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 43 km more than the VinFast VF 8.
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 significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 190 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 Hyundai Kona takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers substantially more torque with 620 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm more.
Kona
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, Hyundai Kona is significantly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,085 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VinFast VF 8 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,373 L, about 73 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VinFast VF 8 sits just 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
VinFast VF 8
Hyundai Kona
VinFast VF 8
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Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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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 Kona
VinFast VF 8
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
1,580 mm
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VinFast
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