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Lotus Emira vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (406 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (83,600 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lotus Emira or VinFast VF 8?

Lotus Emira vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Lotus Emira

  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Emira

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 Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,009 £.

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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 VinFast VF 8 offers barely more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 406 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers visibly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 480 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Emira

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is considerably lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 934 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more boot space – 376 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 225 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries significantly more – 515 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 285 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
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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
83,600 - 106,000 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
208 - 245 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
151 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
213 - 230 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lotus
Brand
VinFast
What drivetrain options does the Lotus Emira have?

The Lotus Emira is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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