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Lexus RC vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or VinFast VF 8?

Lexus RC vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • somewhat more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VinFast VF 8 is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,766 £.

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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 Lexus RC offers somewhat more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is noticeably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the VinFast VF 8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers moderately more torque with 620 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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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: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is clearly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers very slightly more boot space – 376 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries very slightly more – 535 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VinFast
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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