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Kia EV9 vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or VinFast VF 8?

Kia EV9 vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • somewhat more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,029 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV9 is slightly more efficient: consuming 19.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 2.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 92 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

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 Kia EV9 offers somewhat more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers slightly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV9 is marginally lighter – 2,392 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers moderately more boot space – 376 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries slightly more – 615 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 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.

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EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VinFast
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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