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Lexus RX vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or VinFast VF 8?

Lexus RX vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • noticeably lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • a bit 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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VinFast VF 8 is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,738 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 404 km more than the Lexus RX.

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 only slightly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers moderately more torque with 620 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 69 Nm more.

RX

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, Lexus RX is noticeably lighter – 2,040 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers moderately more boot space – 461 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries a bit more – 620 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 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 RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

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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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VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
VinFast
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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