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Hyundai Tucson vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VinFast VF 8?

Hyundai Tucson vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • markedly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly 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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Tucson is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,285 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 401 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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 markedly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 241 Nm more.

Tucson

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, Hyundai Tucson is significantly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 913 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more boot space – 620 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 244 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries only slightly more – 545 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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
Hyundai Tucson
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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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 Tucson
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
VinFast
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