Compare performance (288 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or VinFast VF 8?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Tucson is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,665 £.
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.
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.
Looking at top speed, the Hyundai Tucson is only slightly faster – reaching 204 km/h, while the VinFast VF 8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
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.
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.
For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,799 L, about 426 L more than the VinFast VF 8.
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.
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.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe 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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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
4,525 - 4,535 mm
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
1,650 mm
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,795 - 1,799 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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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
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
VinFast
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